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BUS330Management Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Management Theory

This course, Management Theory, is a two-credit unit compulsory course for Business Administration students. It explores the evolution of management theories, from classical to modern approaches. Key topics include scientific management, bureaucratic theory, human relations, and systems theory. Students will learn to apply these theories to organizational settings, understand organizational politics, and analyze decision-making processes. The course aims to equip students with the latest knowledge on administrative theories and principles for effective management.

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40h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Management TheoryClassical TheoriesNeo-Classical TheoriesOrganizational BehaviorDecision Making

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

Scientific Management

2

Classical Management

3

Bureaucratic Theory

4

Human Relations

5

Decision Making

6

Organizational Behavior

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 assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Business Manager

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Project Manager

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Human Resources Manager

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Management Consultant

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Administrator

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Public SectorPrivate SectorNon-Profit OrganizationsConsulting FirmsEducational Institutions

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: The Concepts of Administration, Management and Theory

3h

Unit 1: Concepts of Administration and Management

3 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to administration and management.
  • •Define administration and management.
  • •Understand the characteristics of administration.
Week
2

Module 1: The Concepts of Administration, Management and Theory

3h

Unit 2: Concept of Theory

3 study hours
  • •Define the concept of theory.
  • •Understand theory constructs.
  • •Explore the characteristics and importance of theories.
Week
3

Module 2: Scientific Management and Classical Management Theory

3h

Unit 1: Early Development of Administration and Management

3 study hours
  • •Explore the early development of administration and management.
  • •Understand the origins of public management.
  • •Appreciate the influence of Ancient Rome.
Week
4

Module 2: Scientific Management and Classical Management Theory

3h

Unit 2: The Scientific Management Theory

3 study hours
  • •Understand the Scientific Management Theory.
  • •Examine the fundamental principles of scientific management.
  • •Study the contributions of Frank Gilbreth.
Week
5

Module 2: Scientific Management and Classical Management Theory

3h

Unit 3: The Main Classical (Henry Fayol, Urwick, Luther Gulick)

3 study hours
  • •Study the main classical theories (Henry Fayol, Urwick, Luther Gulick).
  • •Understand Fayol's principles of management.
  • •Explore the contributions of Gulick and Urwick.
Week
6

Module 2: Scientific Management and Classical Management Theory

3h

Unit 4: Bureaucratic Theory

3 study hours
  • •Understand Bureaucratic Theory.
  • •Examine the characteristics of bureaucracy.
  • •Explore the merits and demerits of bureaucracy.
Week
7

Module 3: Neo-Classical or Human Relations Theory

3h

Unit 1: The Hawthorn Experiment and Other Contributors

3 study hours
  • •Study the Hawthorn Experiment and other contributors.
  • •Understand the impact of the Hawthorne studies.
  • •Explore the ideas of Mary Parker Follett and C.I. Barnard.
Week
8

Module 3: Neo-Classical or Human Relations Theory

3h

Unit 2: Administrative Leadership Theory

3 study hours
  • •Understand Administrative Leadership Theory.
  • •Examine different leadership styles.
  • •Apply leadership theories to organizational settings.
Week
9

Module 3: Neo-Classical or Human Relations Theory

3h

Unit 3: Decision Making Theory

3 study hours
  • •Study Decision Making Theory.
  • •Understand the decision-making process.
  • •Explore different decision-making models.
Week
10

Module 3: Neo-Classical or Human Relations Theory

3h

Unit 4: Communication in an Organization

3 study hours
  • •Understand Communication in an Organization.
  • •Examine different communication channels.
  • •Apply communication theories to improve organizational communication.
Week
11

Module 3: Neo-Classical or Human Relations Theory

3h

Unit 5: Organizational Conflict

3 study hours
  • •Study Organizational Conflict.
  • •Understand the causes of organizational conflict.
  • •Explore different conflict resolution strategies.
Week
12

Module 4: Modern Theories of Management

3h

Unit 1: Behaviourism and Motivation

3 study hours
  • •Explore Behaviourism and Motivation.
  • •Understand different motivational theories.
  • •Apply motivational theories to improve employee performance.
Week
13

Module 4: Modern Theories of Management

3h

Unit 3: Systems Theory, Contingency Theory and New Public Management

3 study hours
  • •Study Systems Theory, Contingency Theory and New Public Management.
  • •Understand the principles of systems theory.
  • •Explore the contingency approach to management.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking management theories to real-world examples.

2

Practice applying different leadership styles to case studies.

3

Review key terms and definitions from each module weekly.

4

Focus on understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each theory.

5

Prepare summaries of the main contributors and their ideas.

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