Prerequisites for Module
None, in addition to SCQF 10 entry requirements or equivalent.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To provide the student with an understanding of organisations and of the psychological aspects of functioning within an organisation, including management procedures and practices.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Critically discuss and relate the key theories in relation to organisational structure, culture and change.
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Critically evaluate the psychological aspects of work within organisations.
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Analyse the impact of management and organisations on individuals.
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Indicative Module Content
Organisational structures and cultures.
Organisational change.
Organisational communication.
Theories of management.
Competence models.
Work motivation.
Job Design, Ergonomics and Environmental Psychology.
Work groups and teams.
Leadership.
| Stress and burnout.
Appraising and monitoring performance.
Conflict management and negotiation.
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Lectures/Workshops
| 24 |
Directed Study
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| 66 |
Private Study
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| 60 |
Mode of Delivery
This course is based on lectures, seminars and skills workshops. It also requires students to undertake critical reading of relevant psychology books and journals.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,3
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Component 1 will be assessed by Examination.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | ARNOLD, J., 2006. Work psychology. 4th ed. Harlow: Prentice Hall
| | 2. | HUCZYNSKI, A., and BUCHANAN, D., 2004. Organisational behaviour: An introductory text. 5th ed. Harlow: Prentice Hall.
| | 3. | MCKENNA., E.F., 2006. Business psychology and organisational psychology. 4th ed. New York: Psychology Press.
| | 4. | MUCKINSKY, P.M., 2003. Psychology applied to work. Belmont: Wadsworth.
| | 5. | MULLINS, J., 2010. Management and Organisational Behaviour. 8th ed. Harlaw: Financial Times Prentice Hall.
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