Management/Supervisory Training
Associate in Arts School of Business and Economics · Merced College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The mission of the Merced College Management Program is to equip students with the skills necessary to advance in a management career. The Management Program prepares students for both the challenges and changes faced in the workplace today. Students can earn an A.A. Degree or Certificate of Completion or simply take classes for professional development growth.
The Associate in Arts Degree in Management/Supervisory Training is in preparation for entry level jobs in management/supervision as well as for advanced preparation for those employed in supervisory positions.
Students must meet the graduation requirements and complete the major requirements with the following courses.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
A. Explain the fundamental theories of management and leadership in the workplace.
B. Identify various management styles.
C. Develop managerial/supervisory skills.
Program Requirements
Program Core: (26-27 Units)
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACTG-04A | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| orACTG-51 | Applied Accounting | 4 |
| BUS-10 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUS-18A | Business Law | 4 |
| CPSC-01 | Introduction to Computer Information Systems | 4 |
| orAOM-30 | Introduction to Computer Applications | 3 |
| ECON-C2001 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| MGMT-31 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MGMT-32 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| MGMT-33 | Elements of Effective Leadership | 3 |
| Management 50 series (Select 3 units) | ||
| MGMT-50A | Challenges of Leadership | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50B | Values and Ethics | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50C | Time Management | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50D | Communication in the Workplace | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50F | Team Building | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50G | Decision Making and Problem Solving | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50H | Customer Service | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50I | Attitude in the Workplace | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50J | Thrive and Survive in the Workplace | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50K | Generational Diversity | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50L | Authentic Leadership | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50N | Employee Engagement | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50P | Emotional Intelligence | 0.5 |
| MGMT-50S | Leading with Your Strengths | 0.5 |
| MGMT-51C | Leadership Essentials | 0.5 |
| MGMT-51F | Conflict Resolution | 0.5 |
| MGMT-51G | Stress Management | 0.5 |
| MGMT-52C | Successful Business Speaking | 0.5 |
| MGMT-52D | Managing Organizational Change | 0.5 |
| MGMT-52H | The Science of Happiness | 0.5 |
| MGMT-52N | Fuel Your Body for Success | 0.5 |
| MGMT-52R | Building Resilience | 0.5 |
| MGMT-52W | Foundations of Well Being in the Workplace | 0.5 |
| Major Total | 29-30 | |
Completion of MCCD-GE Breadth: (24 units)
Elective (as needed to reach 60 units) Units: (6-7 Units)
Total Degree Units: (60 Units)