Director Series
The Director Series consists of five half-day sessions covering issues relevant to the workplace, specifically to
the OSU campus.
Why a Director Series?
The Director Series was designed to keep executives current on human resources issues. The trends for
executives are ever changing with daily activities expanding due to new expectations. Giving executives
need-to-know information on legal issues and OSU System policies helps them to manage effectively and
minimize legal pitfalls. Topics are presented in small group environments for ease of discussion between peers.
Participants are encouraged to ask candid questions relevant to their needs. Upon completion of the
five classes, participants receive a certificate of achievement.
Who can enroll?
All director, assistant director, and associate director levels are invited to attend the sessions. Others in management
positions may attend with approval of their vice president.
How does the program work?
We will bring the program to you. We offer the five half-day sessions at your location at times convenient for your
executives. We ask that at least ten executives be present at each session.
In addition, before the series begins, Human Resources will invite the executives to identify specific needs they
would like addressed so that we can include special needs in the subject matter.
Each participant is asked to keep track of his/her attendance. After attending all five sessions, he/she submits
a completion form found on
http://hr.okstate.edu. After completion of the program participants are eligible to attend the
Advanced Leadership Program (ALP) Special Opportunity sessions without registering for ALP.
Upon completion of 30 additional hours of electives from the Leadership Development Program, you will be eligible for
full participation in ALP. For more information on ALP go to
http://hr.okstate.edu.
How long does it take to complete the program?
Some departments will request the series to be five consecutive half-day sessions so it can be completed in a week. Other
departments may want one half-day session per week for five weeks. Others may want one half-day session per month
for five months. Classes can be in the morning or afternoon. We will work out all the dates with speakers to make it most
convenient for the department.
How much does the program cost?
There is no cost to the department. Human Resources pays for this program.
How do I schedule the Program?
If your vice president or assistant vice president would like to schedule a series for all the executives in your area,
we ask that you contact OSU Human Resources/Training Services by calling (405) 744-5374, or e-mail
osu-trng@okstate.edu.
What are the required courses?
Recruitment and Compensation Topics
Human Resources will lead this session covering core concepts. Pay plans, job descriptions, recruitment,
and diversity are included in this session.
Management Strategies for Navigating Change
Cheryl Barth, a professional consultant, addresses key issues facing leaders, such as time-management, delegation,
and team-building.
Employment Law 101
Scott Fern, Associate General Counsel-Legal Counsel, presents the fundamentals of employment law. The consequences
of uniformed decisions can be detrimental to an organization.
OSU Policies and Procedures
Human Resources Staff addresses pertinent topics in the workplace
with respect to OSU’s operational guidelines, policies and procedures.
Supervisory Issues
Human Resources presents the 20/80 Rule, disciplinary topics, and communication issues. Motivating employees and
reducing turnover does not just occur through tangible means.
