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Course Description
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Course Name
People and Institutions in Society
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Host University
Anglo-American University
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Location
Prague, Czech Republic
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Area of Study
Behavioral Science, Sociology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course Description
Effective understanding of people is one of the most crucial and critical activities in a complex society, as they are the key asset that any institution might have. In depth analysis of human behaviour and underlying causes of decisions and actions in an institutional setting is a fundamental necessity for all social scientists. The main objective of this course is to highlight vital denominators which impact human relations and govern social behaviour and expectations of individuals in society. This course covers the interplay and impact of institutions on humans, its distinct culture and structure, politics and power, diversity, motivation, team structure in decision-making and achieving both individual and institutional goals.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
– Describe relationship of individuals, institutions and the organizational structure;
– Understand the issues and approaches to the changes facing different institutions in societies;
– Demonstrate an understanding of motivational factors, group dynamics and work teams in institutions;
– Describe politics and power dynamics, and discuss how and why they are used in institutions;
– Understand the principles of intergroup relations, inclusion and importance of diversity in societies;
– Demonstrate an appropriate level of competence in written expression and in library research as demanded by the discipline.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Some courses may require additional fees.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits are converted to semester credits/quarter units differently among U.S. universities. Students should confirm the conversion scale used at their home university when determining credit transfer.