Management is an essential function of every business. Accordingly, there are a substantial number and wide variety of management positions ranging from first-line supervisor and store manager to division manager and chief executive officer. Managers need to have technical knowledge as well as interpersonal, communication and conceptual skills. They spend much of their time making business planning and operational decisions as well as delegating specialized tasks and responsibilities to subordinates. This course provides the fundamental skills and knowledge required to obtain and successfully retain a management role at organizations in various industries and of various sizes.