Minnesota State University, Mankato

Effective Supervision: From Manager to Leader Specialization

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Effective Supervision: From Manager to Leader Specialization

Lead Teams, Solve Problems, Drive Results.

Build presence, lead teams effectively, and make decisions that drive measurable impact.

Tammy Bohlke, Ed.D.

Instructor: Tammy Bohlke, Ed.D.

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Advanced level

Recommended experience

8 weeks to complete
at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Build leadership presence, communicate with clarity, and strengthen credibility to influence others and shape team culture.

  • Develop skills to listen effectively, give feedback, coach performance, and foster accountability and collaboration within teams.

  • Make confident, high-quality decisions and solve complex problems using practical frameworks to lead through ambiguity and drive impact.

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Taught in English
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April 2026

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Specialization - 3 course series

Leadership Presence and Credibility

Leadership Presence and Credibility

Course 1, 8 hours

What you'll learn

  • Build credibility and trust as a leader.

  • Influence and lead beyond formal authority.

  • Communicate with clarity, confidence, and presence.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Executive Presence
Category: Leadership
Category: Team Leadership
Category: Communication
Category: Trustworthiness
Category: Influencing
Category: Business Leadership
Category: Personal Development
Category: Culture
Category: Persuasive Communication
Category: Personal Integrity
Category: Resilience
Category: Self-Awareness
Category: Leadership Development
Category: Emotional Intelligence
Category: Interpersonal Communications
Category: Initiative and Leadership
Category: Strategic Communication
Category: Constructive Feedback
Leading People and Performance

Leading People and Performance

Course 2, 8 hours

What you'll learn

  • Communicate clearly and purposefully to lead conversations and drive results.

  • Deliver feedback that strengthens performance and supports development.

  • Use coaching techniques to guide growth and hold individuals accountable.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Professionalism
Category: Strategic Communication
Category: Communication
Category: Empowerment
Category: Trustworthiness
Category: Organizational Leadership
Category: Executive Presence
Category: Culture Transformation
Category: Team Performance Management
Category: Leadership
Category: Leadership Development
Category: Active Listening
Category: Business Communication
Category: Constructive Feedback
Category: Influencing
Category: Strategic Leadership
Category: Oral Expression
Category: Performance Management
Category: Team Leadership
Category: Business Leadership
Leading Decisions, Problems, and Impact

Leading Decisions, Problems, and Impact

Course 3, 8 hours

What you'll learn

  • Make high-quality decisions under uncertainty using data, judgment, and structured frameworks.

  • Solve complex problems by breaking them down and identifying root causes.

  • Lead teams through complexity with clear communication and impactful decisions.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Problem Solving
Category: Systems Thinking
Category: Prioritization
Category: Communication
Category: Risk Analysis
Category: Root Cause Analysis
Category: Problem Management
Category: Strategic Decision-Making
Category: Leadership
Category: Risk Management
Category: Critical Thinking
Category: Business Leadership
Category: Strategic Leadership
Category: Business Priorities
Category: Dealing With Ambiguity
Category: Strategic Thinking
Category: Decision Making
Category: Solution Design
Category: Leadership Development
Category: Influencing

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Instructor

Tammy Bohlke, Ed.D.
Minnesota State University, Mankato
3 Courses15 learners

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