California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, Garden Grove, Irvine, California, United States
http://www.csufextension.org/

Community Management

A day in the life of a community manager is never the same and is never dull. From problem-solving for the homeowners to managing contractors, community managers today need to be highly-skilled in a multitude of functions to serve the community well. Whether you want to explore a career option or seek advancement in the field, this class is a great opportunity to gain a broad understanding of t......
 

Mentoring is a reciprocal and collaborative learning relationship for the purpose of making progress toward clear and mutually defined goals. Expanding individual potential is the fundamental process, purpose and product of mentoring. Mentoring, in a public sector environment, offers a unique opportunity to develop leaders from within the organization, which in turn nurtures commitment, retenti......
 

Beyond developing creativity within, a successful leader fosters an environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged and risk taking is valued. Experience what it means to "think outside the box" instead of just referencing it. You will explore exercises that release the creativity from within. You will also examine the essential structures that allow the flow of creativity ......
 

A key function of management in the public sector includes communicating and presenting clear and accurate information to multiple constituent groups such as other government officials, employees, media, and the general public. The difference between having stakeholders’ buy-in, versus opposition, often depends on how effectively management presents an idea, shares information, and clarifi......
 

In public institutions, teamwork and collaboration are emphasized. Leaders at every level need to rely on influencing through knowledge and competence rather than position and status. You will learn to develop political savvy, build value with others, overcome resistance, and mitigate personal risk. Class discussions will also focus on influencing strategies to gain commitment from others and f......
 

In today’s litigious society, it is imperative that anyone working in the public sector gain a basic understanding of the ethical issues that affect public agencies and the constituents they serve. Through class discussions, you will examine the basic foundations and principles of business ethics associated with public entities at-large. You will also explore the ethical considerations and......
 

You don’t need to be a financial manager to understand the various components of basic finance in public institutions. In this class, you will gain an understanding of the financial aspects of public administration by exploring basic accounting principles and concepts that are critical to financial operations. You will also examine various tools used in support of the financial decision-ma......
 

Strategic thinking involves gathering information, formulating ideas, and planning actions. Individuals who employ strategic thinking in the formulation of vision and mission as well as in day-to-day decision making will find themselves more engaged and effective working in the public sector. This class will reinforce analytical, critical, and creative thinking processes by highlighting critica......
 

Chaotic, messy, tumultuous, and continuous are some of the words used to describe the changes experienced by organizations. Forces beyond the control of most organizations play a part in this frenetic process. Public agency employees and managers must learn to not only deal with this, but also use it to the advantage of an agency’s goals. This class will introduce you to the factors influe......
 

More than ever, public service sectors are in need of passionate and future-thinking individuals to step up and take the lead. This class is designed to assist leaders and emerging leaders in developing a better understanding of their strengths. Leaders who understand how their style impacts others have a definite advantage when it comes to motivating and inspiring. Class discussions will also ......
 

While many occupational skills are transferable from private to public sector, many of the laws, policies and procedures governing employment are unique to the public environment. In this class, you will focus on what it means to work in the public sector and examine how government agencies function and differ from the private sector in terms of structure and design. You will examine the politi......
 

In this online class, you will learn how to meet the challenge of maintaining compliance with Federal regulations and the FDA’s expectations. You will be introduced to Federal Regulation 21CFR211 and the Current Good Manufacturing Practices of Finished Pharmaceuticals with respect to drug manufacturing. Learn about the FDA perspective on regulations and guidance practices as well as curren......
 

Process validation has been a legal requirement in the pharmaceutical industry for over two decades. You will gain theoretical and practical information pertaining to validation of processes involved in the manufacturing of pharmaceutical products with focus on sterile manufacturing processes. The class objective is to present information conducive to a better understanding of this demanding pr......
 

Learn about the design, construction and management of pharmaceutical and biotech facilities. Examine the requirements for design and construction of the complete adaptable manufacturing facility. Develop requirements and gather data for a small-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing facility to illustrate how such facilities can be designed and maintained. Topics include water systems, critical ut......
 

Drug discovery research has shifted away from a chemistry-based product development cycle to a more biology-based approach. In the drug development process, it is crucial that engineers are aware of and adhere to basic principles contained in biological processes. Understanding the behavior of individual molecules in disease-causing organisms, learning how the body reacts to certain drugs, how ......
 

Process engineering processes materials through different manufacturing operating processes to convert them into products with desired specific attributes. The goal is to maintain and improve the efficiency, safety, cleanliness, and economy of the processes. Topics include manufacturing operations and plant processes, process control, instrumentation issues and materials engineering. ...
 

Detecting key safety signals during the clinical trial phase in product development is critical for pharmaceutical companies during pre-clinical programs. This class will examine integrating risk management and clinical development plans to align with the overall program objectives of product safety. You will gain an understanding of the methodologies used in identifying drug safety risks and t......
 

The FDA’s risk-based approach to cGMP represents a significant paradigm shift for the pharmaceutical industry, impacting the product development lifecycle. This class will examine the various elements of risk management in the product development lifecycle in identifying critical risk milestones. You will gain an understanding of the appropriateness in applying new risk management tools at......
 

Existing in a highly regulated industry, pharmaceutical companies more than ever need to adapt quickly in reassessing their risk management frameworks to keep pace with changing business models and industry risk profiles. This class will provide an overview of risk management principles, concepts, and basic terms used in risk analysis. Individuals will gain an understanding of the business aspe......
 

This class covers the process of identifying and monitoring grant sources in the public and private sectors. Class exercises will include project planning, program development, proposal writing, evaluation plans, assessing the match between the funding agency and you, and protocol for contacting employees of the funding agency. ...
 

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