Program revision effective August 31, 2026. Students
beginning the program in Fall 2026 or later will follow the updated curriculum.
Students who started the program prior to August 31, 2026, will complete the
previous program structure. See Other Information for
details on the previous curriculum.
Description
The Industrial Supervision certificate program prepares
current and aspiring supervisors to lead people, projects and operations in
industrial, manufacturing, construction and technical workplace environments.
Through courses in supervision and leadership, project
management, lean principles, occupational health and safety and workplace
communication, learners develop the practical skills needed to support team
performance, improve workplace effectiveness and contribute to organizational
success.
The program combines leadership development with operational
knowledge, preparing graduates to communicate effectively, promote safe work
practices, support continuous improvement initiatives and supervise teams in a
variety of industrial settings.
Regular Admission Requirements
Mature Student Admission Requirements
If you are 19 years of age or older and have been out of high school for a minimum of one year at time of application, and you do not meet the regular admission requirements, you may apply under the Mature Student admission requirements..
Successful completion of the courses listed in Regular Admission Requirement
In this course, you will focus on writing clear and effective business communication. Using a variety of report formats, you will learn the basic steps of report writing, including planning your approach, organizing information, writing the first draft, revising for clarity, and documenting sources. You also learn how to use supplementary visual aids to enhance your written report.
Study the field of supervision and foremanship in organizations and the methods of dividing activities into departments and relationships within them. Examine the use of committees and terms such as authority, responsibility, accountability and delegation. Terms and case studies will be discussed through group discussions.
Focus on the importance of record keeping, costs in operations, budgets, workplace safety, and work production. Learn to effectively address the concerns, needs, and desires of your workers. Improve your communication skills by realizing the importance of written and oral communication on the job. Through group discussion of case studies, examine topics such as interviews, job evaluation, quality control, merit rating, and union activities.
Study the fundamental aspects and principles of project management including life cycle, integration, planning, organization and communication. Learn about work breakdown structures, diagramming, cost management and resource allocation. Examine today’s issues affecting project management including risk management, quality, conflict, and team building.
Explore a basic introduction into the field of Occupational Safety & Health. The responsibilities of employers, employees and government in regards to occupational health and safety are addressed. Topics include job safety analysis, effective safety equipment and practices, occupational health and hygiene, safety programs, and safety instruction. Discover how to apply these standards in the work environment.
Online learning is a critical component of course delivery in all Red River College programs. To ensure each student has the tools they need to achieve their academic goals, all Red River College students require, at a minimum:
1. Off-campus access to a current computer with a webcam
2. A high-speed internet connection
• Recommended minimum speed: 10 mbps for download, 3 mbps for upload
• Slower internet connection speeds may result in audio and video issues. Please keep in mind that if others in your home are using the same internet connection at the same time as you are, you may also experience audio and video issues.
• Please refer to https://www.rrc.ca/future-students/computer-requirements/ for further information on Computer Requirements for Students.
Please note that any anticipated costs are not included in Books and Supplies estimates.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process which documents and compares an individual's prior learning gained from prior education, work and life experiences and personal study to the learning outcomes in College courses/programs. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/rpl.
You must complete your part-time program within four years from the start of the first course in the program, unless otherwise stated in the program outline.
A program GPA of 2.0 (60%) is required to graduate.
You will not be granted more than 75% of your credit requirements for graduation through transfer of credit.
When you have successfully completed all the required courses in this program, be sure to apply for your certificate. For complete details on applying to graduate and convocation, see rrc.ca/convocation.
Questions about graduation? Please call 204-694-1789 or 1-866-242-7073 for assistance.
Graduation with Honours
If you obtain a grade point average (GPA) of 3.8 or better for the program, you will graduate with honours. If you fail any course in the program, you will not be eligible for this honours designation.
Graduates may find opportunities in roles such as:
The program also provides a foundation for individuals
seeking to advance into management and leadership roles through additional
education and industry experience.