INF200 Supervision and Management (8)

Abstract

Students are introduced to the information agency management environment. Basic management theories and supervision competencies and skills are addressed as a foundation for their application in information agency-related activities. Emphasis is on effective human relations at the supervisory level.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 2
Distance	SPACE, University of Hong Kong
Distance	Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 3
Distance	SPACE, University of Hong Kong
Distance	Wagga Wagga Campus

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Subject information

Duration	Grading System	School:
One session	HD/FL	School of Information Studies

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to briefly describe and discuss management theories, and the importance of managing change;
- be able to outline types of decision making, explain the stages in the process and the problems to be considered;
- be able to develop and evaluate alternative solutions when problem solving and indicate creative and flexible approaches to solving problems;
- be able to describe the role of the supervisor, discuss the types of skills needed and explain the supervisor's areas of responsibility;
- be able to explain the types of communication, outline the barriers to communication and explore ways of overcoming them;
- be able to demonstrate that they understand how supervisors motivate and communicate with staff;
- be able to show that they understand the value of team work in the context of information agencies; and
- have attained skills in the building of teams and developing teamwork.

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
- What is management? - Change Management - Planning and goal achievement - Decision making and problem solving - Communication - Motivation and Morale - Team Development and Maintenance

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