- Level Foundation
- Duration 7 hours
- Course by University of California, Irvine
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About
Are you about to enter the workforce? Are you an emerging professional? Are you new to your role in the organization? All prospective new employees benefit from understanding management principles, roles and responsibilities, regardless of position. Now you can acquire an in-depth understanding of the basic concepts and theories of management while exploring the manager's operational role in all types of organizations. Gain insight into the manager's responsibility in planning, organizing, leading, staffing and controlling within the workplace. It’s never too soon to plan your professional path by learning how the best managers manage for success! Upon completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Describe the difference between managers and leaders 2. Explore the focus of a manager’s job 3. Cite the required skills for a new manager’s success 4. Describe the five functions of management 5. Explain the new model management operating philosophy 6. Describe the hierarchy of planning 7. Use the SMART goal setting technique 8. Discuss the concept of evolution of leadership 9. Explain how customer satisfaction is linked to controlling 10. Discuss the power of building a networkModules
Course Overview
2
Readings
- About this Course
- Please Take this Survey
Managers vs Leaders
2
Videos
- 1.1 Managers and Leaders: What's the Difference?
- 1.2 The Manager's Role
2
Readings
- Lecture Slides
- Leadership Tool Box
Managing Organizational Change
7
Videos
- 1.3 Organizational Behavior
- 1.4 Lean
- 1.5 The Nine Wastes
- 1.6 Change and Transition
- 1.7 Behavior Change
- 1.8 Facilitating Change
- 1.9 Common Reactions to Change
1
Readings
- Lecture Slides
Review
1
Assignment
- Review
Skills for Today's Manager
3
Videos
- 2.1 Essential Skills for Today's Manager
- 2.2 Management Functions
- 2.3 The Fundamental Business Model
2
Readings
- Module 2 Lecture Slides
- Suggested Readings
Review
1
Assignment
- Review
Planning
4
Videos
- 3.1 Organizational Planning
- 3.2 Goal Setting
- 3.3 The Planning Process
- 3.4 Planning Tools
1
Readings
- Module 3 Lecture Slides
Review
1
Assignment
- Review
Management Styles and Networking
4
Videos
- 4.1 More Functions of Management
- 4.2 Leadership Styles
- 4.3 Control Process
- 4.4 Networking
1
Readings
- Module 4 Lecture Slides
Review
1
Assignment
- Review
2
Readings
- Course Wrap-Up
- End of Course Survey
Auto Summary
"Fundamentals of Management" is a foundational course designed for emerging professionals in the Business & Management domain. Taught by Coursera, it covers essential management principles, roles, and responsibilities, focusing on planning, organizing, leading, staffing, and controlling within organizations. Over 420 minutes, learners will gain insights into managerial skills, leadership evolution, and customer satisfaction. Ideal for new employees and those entering the workforce, the course offers a comprehensive understanding of successful management practices. Subscription options include a Starter level for easy access.

Dave Nagy