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BUS322Management Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Organizational Behaviour

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and theories of organizational behaviour. It explores management perspectives, principles, and practices within organizations. Key topics include power and control, perception, personality, motivation, and communication. The course also examines the impact of change, conflict, and culture on organizational dynamics. Students will develop skills to understand and influence behaviour in organizational settings, enhancing both organizational effectiveness and individual well-being.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Organizational BehaviourManagementMotivationCommunicationLeadership

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Management Perspectives

2

Organizational Behaviour

3

Principles of Organization

4

Power and Control

5

Motivation

6

Communication

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Manager

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Supervisor

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Human Resources Officer

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Administrator

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Team Lead

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Business ManagementHuman ResourcesPublic AdministrationNon-Profit OrganizationsEducational Institutions

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: Management Perspectives

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Management Perspectives
  • •Define management and its functions
  • •Differentiate between management and administration
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment

Unit 2: The Stuff of Organizational Behaviour

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: The Stuff of Organizational Behaviour
  • •Define organizational behaviour
  • •Identify influences on behaviour in organizations
  • •Discuss cultural influences
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
2

Module 1:

4h

Unit 3: Principles and Practices in Organizations

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Principles and Practices in Organizations
  • •Define organization and its types
  • •Explain principles of organization by Fayol, Taylor, and Urwick
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment

Unit 4: Roles and Role Expectations

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Roles and Role Expectations
  • •Define role and differentiate between role conflicts and ambiguities
  • •Explain types of role conflict
  • •Discuss conflict management strategies
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
3

Module 1:

3h

Unit 5: Management of Change

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Management of Change
  • •Explain the nature of change
  • •State the forces that cause changes
  • •Discuss approaches to introducing change
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
4

Module 2:

4h

Unit 1: Power and Control

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Power and Control
  • •Define power and differentiate it from other concepts
  • •Discuss the bases of power
  • •Explain the blocs available in an organization
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment

Unit 2: The Concept of Status and Occupational Prestige

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: The Concept of Status and Occupational Prestige
  • •Explain the meaning of status
  • •State the different sources of status
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
5

Module 2:

3h

Unit 3: Perception

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Perception
  • •State the meaning of perception
  • •List and discuss the principles of perceptual selectivity
  • •Explain the issues influencing social perception
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 4: Personality Concept

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Personality Concept
  • •Explain the meaning of personality
  • •Highlight and discuss determinant factors of personality
  • •Comment on the theories of personality
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
7

Module 2:

3h

Unit 5: Work Groups

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Work Groups
  • •Explain the meaning of a work group
  • •Comment on the characteristics and types of work group
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
8

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1: Communication in Organizations

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Communication in Organizations
  • •Explain what communication means
  • •Describe communication process model
  • •List and explain factors that give rise to communication breakdown
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
9

Module 3:

3h

Unit 2: Motivation

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Motivation
  • •Define motivation and its characteristics
  • •Explain and differentiate content theories of motivation
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
10

Module 3:

3h

Unit 3: Motivational Processes

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Motivational Processes
  • •List and discuss typologies of process theory of motivation
  • •Explain job enrichment and job enlargement
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
11

Module 3:

3h

Unit 4: Money

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Money
  • •Comment on different views of the role of money
  • •Explain reasons people work
  • •Discuss how to motivate and improve employee performance
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
12

Module 3:

3h

Unit 5: Organizational Structure

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Organizational Structure
  • •Explain the meaning of organizational structure
  • •Identify and explain levels of organization structure
  • •Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment
Week
13

Module 1-3

3h

Final Revision

3 study hours
  • •Review all units
  • •Work on assignments and TMAs
  • •Prepare for final examination

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Module 2 units on power, status, and perception.

2

Practice applying motivational theories from Module 3 to real-world scenarios.

3

Review case studies in Units 3-5 to understand practical applications.

4

Focus on key definitions and models from Units 1-2 for theoretical questions.

5

Allocate study time evenly across all modules, with extra focus on challenging units identified.

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