Prerequisites for Module
None in addition to SCQF Level 8 entry requirements or equivalent.
Corequisite Modules
None
Precluded Modules
None
Aims of Module
The aim of this module is to provide a foundation in Organisational Behaviour to improve students' understanding and management of people at work.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Recognise and discuss the different perspectives on work organisations and culture.
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Interpret key concepts and theories with regard to individual differences and apply these appropriately to specific situations.
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Interpret the key concepts and theories with regard to group behaviour and apply these appropriately to specific situations.
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Explain how organisational performance can be improved through the effective management of human resources.
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Indicative Module Content
Study of individual differences covering such topics as the nature of perception; interpersonal communication; and work motivation. The nature of groups covering topics such as formal and informal groups; group decision making; cohesiveness; group norms; group roles; and group development. How managers can make the best use of human resources in organisations focusing on topics such as the structure of organisations; the nature of leadership; power in organisations; and the management of conflict.
| Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Lectures
| 24 | Tutorials
| 11 |
Directed Study
| | Learner centred activities
| 33 | Learner-centred directed reading
| 30 |
Private Study
| | Coursework Preparation
| 30 | Private Study
| 22 |
Mode of Delivery
This module is delivered in a lecture based mode supported by tutorials, directed self-study and private study.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,3,4
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Component 1 is a closed book examination.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | BRATTON, J., 2017. Work and organisation behaviour. 3rd ed. Basingstoke: Palgrave McMillan.
| | 2. | MULLINS, L.J., 2016. Management and organisational behaviour. 11th ed. Harlow: Prentice Hall.
| | 3. | NELSON, D.L. and QUICK, C., 2012. Organisational behaviour: science, the real world and you. 8th ed. London: Cengage Learning.
| | 4. | ROLLINSON, D., 2008. Organsiational behaviour and analysis: an integrated approach.4th ed. Essex: Prentice Hall
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