Organizational Leadership and Supervision

Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership and Supervision

The baccalaureate program in organizational leadership and supervision was designed with the active assistance of business and industrial leaders. It is offered at the North Central campus and provides a practical, people-oriented approach to the practice of leadership. It was established to meet the educational needs of:

• Individuals currently employed who desire to develop leadership skills.

• Students majoring in fields which have limited job opportunities who desire to increase their employability by developing leadership as well as technical skills.

• Graduates from associate degree programs who desire to continue their studies toward a Bachelor’s degree.

The OLS curriculum prepares graduates for successful careers in business, education, retail, service, government, health care and industry/manufacturing. Depending upon how their coursework was structured, graduates may be working in positions such as management, human resources, training, accounting, customer service, field engineering, plant engineering, production or process control, purchasing, quality control, sales or technical writing.

Several degree options designed to meet a variety of interests are described in the section following the general plan of study. Specific plans of study can be obtained from advisors or clerical staff in the Business Department office. In addition, a variety of minors are available to meet specific needs. For further information, contact the academic advisors.

A 2.25 gradepoint average is required to transfer into this program.

Required Courses (30 credits)

3	OLS 252	Human Relations in Organizations
3	OLS 274	Applied Leadership
3	OLS 331*	Occupational Safety and Health
3	OLS 375	Training Methods
3	OLS 376	Human Resource Issues
3	OLS 378	Labor/Management Relations
3	OLS 487	Leadership Philosophy
3	OLS 494	Organizational Policy
3	OLS xxx*	Elective
3	OLS xxx*	Elective

Other Required Courses (45 credits)

3	COM 114	Fundamentals of Speech Communication
3	COM 315	Speech Communication of Technical Information or
	COM 415	Discussion of Technical Problems
9	C&IT 107	Computer Literacy or
	C&IT 180	Introduction to Systems Development or
	C&IT 127	Microcomputer Spreadsheet Applications or
	C&IT 128	Advanced Word Processing or
	C&IT 175	Visual Programming
3	ECON 210	Principles of Economics
3	ENGL 101	English Composition I
3	ENGL 102	English Composition II
3	ENGL 420	Business Writing
3	IET 104	Industrial Organization
3	IET 250	Fundamentals of Production Cost Analysis
3	IET 262*	Motion Study and Work Methods
3	IET 266*	Work Measurement and Incentives
3	MA 153	Algebra and Trigonometry I
3	MA 154	Algebra and Trigonometry II
3	MGMT 200	Introductory Accounting
3	GBG 260	Business Law
3	STAT 301	Elementary Statistical Methods

* Course may have an allowable substitution per each student’s Associate of Science degree. Contact the Business Department for a current plan of study for the degree.

Electives (49-50 credits)

6-8 Science Selectives+

21-24 Technical Electives++

15-18 Non-Technical Electives+++

GENERAL PLAN OF STUDY: ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND SUPERVISION

This generic plan is primarily for those who have completed the Associate of Science degree in OLS. Students with an associate degree other than OLS should contact the Engineering Technology Department office for a specific plan of study based on the degree earned.

Freshman Year

First Semester

3	OLS 252	Human Relations in Organizations
3	IET 104	Industrial Organization
3	ENGL 101	English Composition I
3	MA 153	Algebra and Trigonometry I
3	C&IT 107	Computer Literacy
15

Second Semester

3	OLS 274	Applied Leadership
3	COM 114	Fundamentals of Speech Communication
3	ENGL 102	English Composition II
3	MA 154	Algebra and Trigonometry II
3		Technical Elective++
3		Non-Technical Elective+++
18

Sophomore Year

Third Semester

3	OLS 376	Human Resource Issues
3	ECON 210	Principles of Economics
3	MGMT 200	Introductory Accounting
3		Science Selective+
3		Non-Technical Elective+++
15

Fourth Semester

3	OLS 331	Occupational Safety and Health
3	OLS 375	Training Methods
3		OLS Selective
3		C&IT Elective
3		Non-Technical Elective+++
15

Junior Year

Fifth Semester

3	OLS 378	Labor/Management Relations
3	ENGL 420	Business Writing
3	STAT 301	Elementary Statistical Methods
6		Technical Electives++
15

Sixth Semester

3	COM 315	Speech Communication of Technical Information or
	COM 415	Discussion of Technical Problems
3		OLS Selective
6		Technical Electives++
3		Non-Technical Elective+++
15

Senior Year

Seventh Semester

3	OLS 487	Leadership Philosophy
3	IET 250	Fundamentals of Production Cost Analysis or
	IET 451	Monetary Analysis for Industrial Decisions
3	CGT 110	Technical Graphics Communications or C&IT Selective
3		OLS Elective
3		Technical Elective++
3		Non-Technical Elective+++
18

Eighth Semester

3	OLS 494	Organizational Policy
3	IET 266	Work Measurement and Incentives
3		OLS Elective
3		Science Selective+
3		Non-Technical Elective+++
15

+ Science selectives from the following: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy or Earth and Atmospheric Sciences. ++ Technical electives must be part of an integrated plan with two- and three-course sequences, and must contain material of a more advanced nature than that presented in a required, approved substitute or a previously taken selective course. The student should always consult his or her advisor, because course sequencing may vary. Courses from the following schools are acceptable as approved by the student’s academic advisor: Business (GBA, GBG, GBH, GBM); Engineering; Management (ECON & MGMT); Math (MA, STAT); Technology (ART, BCM, CET, CGT, CIMT, C&IT, CPT, ECET, IET, MET).

+++Should contain material of a more advanced nature than that in a required or approved substitute course. Exceptions may be allowed for those who enter the B.S. OLS program with associate degrees from other recognized Purdue programs with consent of the department head.

Total credits required for baccalaureate degree: 126

Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership and Supervision: Computer and Information Technology Emphasis

This program offers a plan of study that prepares students for professional careers in computer information systems and other computer applications. The program emphasizes basic concepts associated with computer-based business systems.

The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates who:

• Understand a wide variety of computer applications and the complex relationships between applications.

• Can design, develop, and implement functional and adaptable software to solve business problems.

• Can help end-users with modern computer & information technology to retrieve and organize their own information.

• Understand business organizations and functions so they can communicate effectively with end users of computing services.

• Can work effectively in team situations.

• Can communicate effectively, both orally and written, with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Graduates are prepared for employment in a wide variety of business, industrial, and consulting environments. Representative entry-level positions include applications programmer, programmer/analyst, personal computing specialist, marketing representative, database analyst, and information analyst.

Students taking computer & information technology courses (C&IT) must earn a grade of C or better in any prerequisite C&IT course in order to enroll in a postrequisite C&IT course.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership and Supervision: Human Resource Management and Development Emphasis

This curriculum was designed with the cooperation and advice of area human resource executives and is continually updated to meet changing needs of today’s workplace. Students choosing this curriculum are preparing for new careers or are developing and updating skills for professional or managerial positions in the fields of personnel, training or organizational development. Graduates will be prepared to:

• Recruit, interview and hire job applicants.

• Administer compensation and benefits programs.

• Train and develop managers and employees.

• Build teams.

• Administer EEOC and Affirmative Action programs.

• Develop and restructure organizations.

The curriculum is designed to give students a deeper understanding of human behavior and performance - a quality vital for effectiveness in today’s human resource field. Following the suggestions of human resource professionals, courses incorporate current developments in areas such as:

Compensation and Benefits, Employee Relations, Staffing, Human Resource Information Systems, Business Management, Employee Training and Development, Organizational Development, and Human Resource Law.

The curriculum is planned to meet the needs of both full- and part-time students, with courses offered in the daytime and evening. It also is flexible enough to allow noncontinuous progress should the student be unable to take classes every semester.

For information on specific course requirements and a plan of study, contact an advisor or clerical staff member in the Purdue North Central Business Department office.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership and Supervision: Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Technology Emphasis

This major field of specialization is designed to develop technologists to support the problem-solving and decision-making functions in industrial and manufacturing management. Coursework includes planning and control, work method analysis, work measurements, robotics, CNC systems, quality assurance, and systems analysis. Practical applications of production-oriented operations, research techniques, data processing, and computer fundamentals are stressed.

The industrial engineering technologist is often initially employed in the industrial or manufacturing engineering time study, quality control, production control or plant layout department. With increased experience the student may advance within the department, directly assisting a professional industrial engineer, or may become a production supervisor. This broad technical background, together with the human relations background and proficiency in engineering methods and mathematics, enables the industrial engineering technologist to take advantage of opportunities for advancement in many directions.

An appropriate plan of study for this degree emphasis can be obtained from the Business Department office.

Associate of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership and Supervision

This program is designed to meet the needs of individuals who wish to improve their skills as leaders or to expand their general education. Leaders work in a variety of organizations and in many different functional areas. Therefore, the curriculum is designed to allow students to select courses within specified categories, which best prepare them for the functional area and/or organization of their choice. Graduates of the program are eligible to continue toward a Bachelor of Science degree in organizational leadership and supervision.

Technical Core (18 credits)

3	IET 104	Industrial Organization
3	OLS 252	Human Relations in Organizations
3	OLS 274	Applied Leadership
3	OLS 375	Training Methods
3	OLS 376	Human Resource Issues
3	MA 153	Algebra and Trigonometry I

Communications (6 credits)

3	ENGL 101	English Composition I
3	COM 114	Fundamentals of Speech Communication

Functional/Technical (18 credits)

Recognizing that leaders work in various functional areas, each student will be expected to select one or more groups of courses that are designed to increase technical effectiveness on the job. Examples of existing functional areas from which 18 credit hours are to be selected: OLS and IET. Other areas include: ART, BCM, CET, CIMT, CGT, C&IT, CPT, ECET, ENGR, GBA, GBG, GBH, GBM, IET, MA, MET, and STAT.

Supportive —Technical (21 credits)

Each student should have a balanced educational experience. Therefore, additional supportive courses are included in the program. With the approval of the academic advisor, the student may select from a wide variety of courses. Some of the more typical courses considered applicable are listed below.

Supportive— Nontechnical (9 credits)

3	SOC 100	Introductory Sociology
3	PSY 120	Elementary Psychology
3	ENGL 102	English Composition II or
	ENGL 420	Business Writing
3	COM 315	Speech Communication of Technical Information or
	COM 415	Discussion of Technical Problems

Supportive—Technical (12 credits)

3	C&IT 107	Computer Literacy
3	MA 154	Algebra and Trigonometry II
6		Electives

GENERAL PLAN OF STUDY: ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND SUPERVISION

Course requirements and sequencing may vary among individual students. Consult your advisor for guidance.

Freshman Year

First Semester

3	OLS 252	Human Relations in Organizations
3	IET 104	Industrial Organization
3	ENGL 101	English Composition I
3	MA 153	Algebra and Trigonometry I
3	C&IT 107	Computer Literacy
15

Second Semester

3	OLS 274	Applied Leadership
3	COM 114	Fundamentals of Speech Communications
3	ENGL 102	English Composition II
3	MA 154	Algebra and Trigonometry II
3		Technical Elective++
3		Non-technical Elective+++
18

Sophomore Year

Third Semester

3	OLS 376	Human Resource Issues
3	ECON 210	Principles of Economics
3	MGMT 200	Introductory Accounting
3		Technical Elective++
3		Non-technical Elective+++
15

Fourth Semester

3	OLS 331	Occupational Safety and Health
3	OLS 375	Training Methods
3		OLS Selective
3		C&IT Elective
3		Non-technical Elective+++
15

Total credits required for associate degree: 63

++ Technical electives must be part of an integrated plan with two- and three-course sequences, and should contain material of a more advanced nature than that presented in a required, or previously taken elective course. Courses from the following areas are acceptable as approved by your academic advisor: Organizational Leadership and Supervision (OLS); Business (GBA, GBG, GBH, GBM); Engineering (ENGR); Management (ECON and MGMT); Math (MA, STAT); Technology (ART, BCM, CET, CGT, CIMT, C&IT, CPT, ECET, IET, MET).

+++ Should contain material of a more advanced nature than that in a required or approved substitute course. Exceptions may be allowed for those who enter the B.S. OLS program with associate degrees from other recognized Purdue programs with consent of the department head.

Associate of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership and Supervision: Human Resource Management and Development Emphasis

This associate degree option offers a blend of professional and humanities courses leading to the broad-based education essential for today’s human resource professional. The degree requires the equivalent of two semesters of full-time study beyond the certificate program.

The curriculum is designed to give students a deeper understanding of human behavior and performance - a quality vital for effectiveness in today’s human resource field. Following the suggestions of human resource professionals, courses incorporate current developments in areas such as:

Compensation and Benefits, Employee Relations, Staffing, Human Resource Law, Business Management, Human Resource Information Systems, Employee Training & Development, and Organizational Development.

The curriculum is planned to meet the needs of both full- and part-time students, with courses in the daytime and evening. It also is flexible enough to allow non-continuous progress should the student be unable to take classes every semester.

Core Requirements (18 credits)

3	IET 104	Industrial Organization
3	OLS 252	Human Relations in Organizations
3	OLS 274	Applied Leadership
3	OLS 375	Training Methods
3	OLS 376	Human Resource Issues
3	MA 153	Algebra and Trigonometry I

Communications (9 credits)

3	COM 114	Fundamentals of Speech Communication
3	ENGL 101	English Composition I
3	ENGL 102	English Composition II

Functional/Technical (12 credits)

3	OLS 331	Occupational Safety and Health
3	OLS 372	Staffing and Performance Appraisal
3	OLS 378	Labor/Management Relations
3	OLS 484	Leadership Strategies for Quality and

Productivity

Supportive—Nontechnical (12 credits)