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Leadership Development

Instructor-Led Trainings

Below are resources focused on leadership development. Contact the Staff Development Center to learn more about programs and registration information.

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Principles of Supervision Framework

Principles of Supervision

Often times an individual is working in a supervisory role because they have demonstrated expert skills in their past positions. Now in the role of leading others, they are expected to use a new set of skills but may have not been given the opportunity to learn how to supervise effectively. Supervising in the modern workplace provides additional complexities, such as the challenge of meeting the needs of diverse teams in a remote work environment.

The Principles of Supervision workshop series focuses on developing supervisory skills with higher education in mind. Through learning, discussion, practice, and reflection, participants will gain a greater awareness of their own supervisory skills and learn strategies for more effectively leading others. 

  • Designed for managers and supervisors who are new to supervising others or just need a refresher.
  • This workshop-style course is offered via 7 interactive modules with asynchronous and synchronous components.
  • Topics cover fundamental skills such as directing and delegating work, performance management, providing feedback and team engagement.

To provide these crucial supervision skills, the Staff Development Center is excited to host Principles of Supervision cohorts at CSUSB, in partnership with Systemwide Learning & Development.

Cohort 15 (2025) - Schedule Coming Soon!

Principles of Supervision - Fall 2024, Cohort 14
Module Date Time Modality* Self-Paced Pre-Work
Module 1: Introduction to Supervision  Wednesday, October 2 9:00am-12:00pm In-Person ~20 minutes
Module 2: Managing Yourself  Thursday, October 10 1:00pm-4:00pm In-Person ~30 minutes
Module 3: Managing Performance  Friday, October 18 9:00am-12:00pm In-Person ~30 minutes
Module 4: Motivation & Engagement  Friday, October 25 1:00pm-4:00pm In-Person ~30 minutes
Module 5: Evaluation & Feedback  Wednesday, October 30 9:00am-12:00pm In-Person ~20 minutes
Module 6: Guiding & Organizing the Work  Thursday, November 7 1:00pm-4:00pm Virtual via Zoom ~30 minutes
Module 7: Team Culture & Relationships  Friday, November 15 9:00am-12:00pm In-Person ~20 minutes

*Room locations and Zoom information shared with confirmed registrants.

Administrator/Management Academy

Administrator/Management Academy (A/MA)

A/MA is being refreshed, during this time, the completion requirement is waived. Please utilize other resources on this page for your leadership development.


According to the California Code of Regulations, Title 5. Education, Division 5. Board of Trustees of the California State Universities, ยง42727, professional development, maintenance of currency in the field, and professional improvement are normal requirements for retention and advancement in a position in the Management Personnel Plan (MPP).

A/MA was developed in support of MPP professional development. The President and Cabinet determined that all newly hired MPPs will be required to attend A/MA in its entirety. New and current MPPs are welcome to attend.

Facilitated In Partnership With:

Division of Human Resources
  • Benefits
  • Classification & Compensation
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Employee & Labor Relations
  • Payroll Services
  • Staff Development Center
  • Student Employment & Talent Acquisition
Division of Finance, Technology, & Operations
  • Environmental Health & Safety
  • Risk Management
  • University Police

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