Organisational Behaviour

Course Content:

The module introduces students to core topics and concepts of the behaviour and
management of people in work situations and is organised into three main parts so that
there is a traditional progression from the individual, to the group and, finally, to the
organisational levels of analysis.

Based on theoretical understanding of individual and group behaviour in organisations
students are given the opportunity to reflect on and learn from their own and others?
experiences and behaviour in the group.

Topics covered include:

Autumn Semester:
? The history, development and importance of Organisational Behaviour

? The individual level:
o Individual differences and diversity
o Perceptions and communication
o Motivation

? The group level:
o Groups and teams
o The nature of leadership
o The role of management

Spring Semester:

? The organisational level:
o Organisational strategy and ethics
o Organisation structure and design
o Organisational control and power
o Organisational culture and change
? Change, leadership, decision-making, conflict, power and politics,.

Teaching: Lectures and tutorials

Assessment:
STUDY OPTION 1:
? Exam (60%)
? Coursework: Group report (40%)
STUDY OPTION 2:
group assignment & presentation in class.
STUDY OPTION 3: individual coursework

Study Option 1 = Whole Year
Study Option 2 = Autumn
Study Option 3 = Spring/summer