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Course Description
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Course Name
Organizational Theory (in English)-- Spring Semester Only
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Host University
Universidad Pablo de Olavide
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Location
Seville, Spain
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Area of Study
Business Administration, Management
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
A previous introductory course in business management is recommended.
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Contact Hours
45 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course DescriptionThis course will explore how to manage organizations effectively by understanding organizational theory and learn how to apply the principles of organizational design to change organizational structures. This course will enable students to develop the skills and techniques to help the firm to meet its desired goals and objectives.Course Goals and MethodologyThe main purpose of this course is to introduce students to the world of organizational theory,design and change.The methodology of the course will be based on readings, slides summarizing key concepts and practical case studies related to each chapter. At the conclusion of this course students will:1. Learn and understand organizational theory and why it is important.2. Understand the historical evolution of organizational theory and how these theories are applied today.3. Demonstrate knowledge and ability to identify different organizational structures.4. Identify characteristics of the various organizational theories and evaluate which could be the best fit for a firm.5. Learn how to diagnose organizational problems and propose adequate solutions.Lectures & Slides based off following textbooks:-Jones,GarethR., ¨OrganizationalTheory,Design,andChange,¨Pearson,2013,7th edition.-Daft, Richard L., ¨Organizational Theory and Design,¨ South-Western, 2013, 11thedition.-Mintzberg,Henry, ¨TheStructuringofOrganizations,¨McGillUniversity,PrenticeHall, 1979.-Shafritz,JayM.&Ott,StevenJ.,¨ClassicsofOrganizationalTheory,¨WadsworthPubCo., 1995, 4thEdition.COURSE CONTENT:Chapter 1. Introduction to Organizational TheoryWhat is an organization?Importance of organizationsHow does an organization create value?Dimensions of organization designChapter 2. Evolution of Organizational TheoryIntroductionClassical Theories1) Frederick Taylor: The Principles of the Scientific Method2)Max Weber: Bureaucracy3)Henry Fayol: General Principles of ManagementNeo-classical theory (Behavioral Theory)Modern Theories (Systems Theory, Contingency Theory)Chapter 3. Basic Challenges of Organizational DesignVertical vs. Horizontal DifferentiationBalancing Differentiation and IntegrationBalancing Centralization and DecentralizationBalancing Standardization and Mutual AdjustmentMechanistic and Organic Organizational StructuresChapter 4. Organizational Design and Strategy in a Changing Global EnvironmentStrategy and the EnvironmentFunctional Level StrategyBusiness Level StrategyCorporate Level StrategyImplementing Strategy across CountriesChapter 5. Designing Organizational StructureAuthority: How and why vertical differentiation occurs?Control: Factors affecting the shape of the hierarchyFunctional, Divisional, Product and Matrix StructuresChapter 6. Types and Forms of Organizational ChangeWhat is Organizational Change?Forces for and resistance to organizational changeEvolutionary and Revolutionary Change in OrganizationsManaging ChangeOrganizational DevelopmentChapter 7. Creating and Managing Organizational CultureWhat is organizational culture?How is an organizational culture transmitted to its members?Can organizational culture be managed?
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