Management
8 courses · Coastline College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
MGMT C100 Principles of Management
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- First-time and returning students are advised to consider taking this course in the 16-week format.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Principles of Management provides a comprehensive review of the role of management in the modern business environment. This course is for new and/or potential supervisors and managers. You will be introduced to the terminology, theories, and principles that make up the core of business management: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. You will explore the workplace impact of various social and cultural experiences and perspectives related to gender, age, ethnicity, and disability, as customer-focused leadership requires diverse teams and the inclusion of a broad spectrum of voices.
MGMT C111 Human Resource Management
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides an introduction to the human resources function and related elements and activities while focusing on the crucial role of effective human resource management in achieving organizational success. It emphasizes the ways human resource management can provide a competitive edge and support corporate strategies. It examines the diversity of today's workforce and the economic, social, legislative, and attitudinal changes affecting human resources as well as key functions such as recruitment, equal opportunity, selection, development, appraisal, retention, compensation, and labor relations. Students will be exposed to the view of HRM from the perception of both management and subordinate employees.
MGMT C115 Human Relations in Business
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course takes you on a journey to discover how to leverage your individuality to be an asset to global organizations. This journey includes exploring the influence of individual differences, interpersonal dynamics, and culture on human relations. The focus is on applying social science principles within an organizational framework to build and maintain relationships with diverse people in various situations. Special attention is given to diversity in the workplace while highlighting the business benefits of intentional inclusion. You will learn to utilize problem-solving, critical thinking, and human relations skills to become an influential leader in today’s business environment.
MGMT C144 Introduction to Leadership
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is an introductory participative course designed for individuals wanting to improve their current leadership and management skills. Interpersonal skills topics include defining leadership, assessing one’s own personality and leadership style in the workplace. Team topics include building effective teams, influence and adaptive leadership, situational power, developing followers and goal setting, fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the team environment, motivation, and decision-making. Supervisory and management topics include leadership ethics, running effective projects and meetings, motivating and coaching team members, gaining power and influence, managing conflict, leading through change, and developing future leaders.
MGMT C160 Operational Leadership in Healthcare
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Formerly: Foodservice Management. This course focuses on the practical skills needed to oversee people, budgets, and processes in a healthcare setting. Students explore staffing and scheduling, employee training, workplace communication, and policy development to ensure efficient daily operations. The course also examines financial management, including budgeting, purchasing, facility design, and cost control, with emphasis on strategies that promote organizational efficiency, accountability, and high-quality service delivery across diverse healthcare environments. Enrollment Limitation: HLTH C160; students who complete MGMT C160 may not enroll in or receive credit for HLTH C160.
MGMT C161 Introduction to Health Care Management
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to healthcare management by exploring the history, policies, and structure of the U.S. healthcare system. Students examine core management functions, including leadership, communication, finance, human resources, and strategic planning, while also addressing ethics, quality, and health informatics. Enrollment Limitation: HLTH C121; students who complete MGMT C161 may not enroll in or receive credit for HLTH C121.
MGMT C171 Supply Chain Management Fundamentals
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course introduces students to the many functions and roles within supply chain management. It provides an overview of the basics of supply chain management's role within organizations. Key elements of this course include the definition of supply chain and the various flows within the supply chain (i.e., customer service, manufacturing and service operations, order management, procurement, and supply management, demand planning, inventory management, warehousing operations, and transportation operations). It also includes an explanation of how the supply chain supports organizations' strategic and financial goals. This course prepares students to successfully pass the Supply Chain Management Principles certification examination. Some of the content for this course was developed by the Leveraging, Integrating, Networking, Coordinating Supplies (LINCS) in Supply Chain Management Consortium. Credentials are awarded by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP).
MGMT C172 Warehousing Operations
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course introduces warehousing operations, including the processes, procedures, tools, and equipment within a warehouse facility. Effective and strategic warehousing operations enable an efficient, effective, and comprehensive supply chain. Key elements of this course include an overview of warehousing, the role of warehousing in the supply chain, facility configuration, storage and handling techniques, performance metrics, customer service considerations, and safety concerns across various types of distribution facilities, including Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) guidelines. This course will explore the requirements for warehousing operations ranging from a simple, single storage facility to a total distribution or fulfillment network. Course content reflects widely accepted professional standards and best practices in warehousing and distribution, and incorporates applied industry examples representative of large-scale logistics and fulfillment operations. Students may choose to pursue external professional certifications aligned with these knowledge areas; certification attainment is not required for successful course completion.