Managerial Psychology
- Education
- 800 level
- 2 credit units
- 166 pages
- 23 units
This course on Managerial Psychology explores the psychology of managing individuals within organizations. It covers organizational structures, personal behavior, motivation techniques, and management theories. Students will learn to apply motivational concepts, understand leadership styles, and manage stress effectively. The course also addresses conflict resolution and the importance of planning for organizational success, aiming to enhance managerial effectiveness in educational and other organizational settings.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EDA825, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT I: EFFECTIVENESS IN ORGAN IZATIONSPage 54
- UNIT 2: HUMAN MOTIVATION IN ORGANIZATIONPage 66
- UNIT 3 : MASLOW AND McGREGOR THEORIES OF HUMAN MOTIVATIONPage 77
- UNIT 4: APPROACHES TO MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGEPage 92
- UNIT 5: MANAGEMENT CONCEPTPage 103
- Unit 1Page 159
- Unit 2Page 160
- Unit 3Page 161
- Unit 4Page 162
- Unit 5Page 162
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EDA825 · UNIT I: UNDERSTANDING ORGANIZATIONS
In this study unit, we shall try to understand the concept of organization. The unit will also introduce us to the common and alternate views of organizations, the other content that you will learn in this unit is an explanation of the fact that the school is an organization; finally the objective as specified below will also be achieved.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the concept of Organizations
- Describe organizational structures
- Apply the concept of motivation in managing organizations.
- Explain the relationship between leadership and organizational management.
- Describe the concept of stress and how managers could identify, and manage stress among the subordinates.
What it prepares you for
- Educational Administrator
- Human Resources Manager
- Training and Development Officer
- Organizational Consultant
- School Principal
- Education
- Healthcare
- Government
- Non-profit
- Business Management
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- MODULE II: EFFECTIVENESS IN ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 3 : Maslow and McGREGOR THEORIES OF HUMAN MOTIVATION
Understanding the nuances of Maslow's hierarchy and its applicability in diverse organizational settings requires critical analysis and contextual awareness.
- MODULE III: LEADERSHIP IN ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 2 Leadership Styles
Applying situational leadership theories effectively requires accurate assessment of follower maturity and adaptability in leadership style.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1MODULE I: UNDERSTANDING ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 1: Understanding Organization · 2 hours
Define the concept of organization.. Identify the common characteristics of an organization.. Discuss the alternate views of organizations.. Explain why a school can be described as an organization..
- Week 2MODULE I: UNDERSTANDING ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 2: Organizational Structure · 2 hours
Distinguish between formal and informal organizations.. Explain the importance of organizational structures.. List and describe the various types of organizations..
- Week 3MODULE I: UNDERSTANDING ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 3: Organizational Attitude · 2 hours
Define the term attitude.. Explain the formation of attitudes.. Describe the changing attitude of personnel in organization.. Justify the relevance of attitude to organizational success..
- Week 4MODULE I: UNDERSTANDING ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 4: The essence of organizational planning · 2 hours
Define the concept of planning.. Explain the advantages and requirements for good planning.. Identify the obstacles to plans.. Describe the organizational Hierarchy..
- Week 5MODULE I: UNDERSTANDING ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 5: Organizational Conflict · 2 hours
Explain the meaning of conflict.. List the sources of Conflict.. Describe the strategies for managing conflict..
- Week 6MODULE II: EFFECTIVENESS IN ORGANIZATIONS
Unit I: Effectiveness in Organizations · 2 hours
Explain an important principle in psychology.. Describe what synergy is in an organization.. Define organizational culture.. Explain a number of key terms related to organizational culture..
- Week 7MODULE II: EFFECTIVENESS IN ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 2: Human Motivation in Organization · 2 hours
Explain why managers should motivate employees in organization.. Define a goal within the context of an organization.. List the factors that affect an individual s work behaviour.. Explain what is meant by organization behaviour..
- Week 8MODULE II: EFFECTIVENESS IN ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 3 : Maslow and McGREGOR THEORIES OF HUMAN MOTIVATION · 2 hours
Explain Maslow s theory. List the weaknesses of Maslow s theory. Describe McGregor s theory. State the similarities of Maslow s and McGregor s..
- Week 9MODULE II: EFFECTIVENESS IN ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 4: APPROACHES TO MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE · 2 hours
Define the concept of change within the context of organizations.. Distinguish between different categories of change.. Explain the humanistic management approach. Describe the systems approach. Explain the participative management approach..
- Week 10MODULE II: EFFECTIVENESS IN ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 5: MANAGEMENT CONCEPT · 2 hours
Define the concept of values within the context of an organization.. Describe the structure of an organization.. Explain planning in an organization.. Describe management leadership styles.. Explain remuneration systems.
- Week 11MODULE III: LEADERSHIP IN ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 1: LEADERSHIP IN ORGANIZATIONS · 2 hours
Explain the nature of leadership. List the functions of leadership. Explain the constraints of leadership. Describe the decision making behaviour.
- Week 12MODULE III: LEADERSHIP IN ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 2 Leadership Styles · 2 hours
Explain various leadership styles. Describe the ideal leadership style. Explain Hersery and Blanchard s life cycle theory.. Distinguish between Transformational and Transactional leadership..
- Week 13MODULE III: LEADERSHIP IN ORGANIZATIONS
Unit 3: STRESS IN ORGANIZATION · 2 hours
Explain that stress is a natural part of life. Define the concept of stress. Identify types and symptoms of stress. Describe the various sources of stress in organization..
Unit 4: MANAGING STRESS IN ORGANIZATION · 2 hours
Describe the various optimum stress levels in individuals.. Identify stress coping techniques. Explain ways of managing stress in others..
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking motivation theories (Units 7-9) to practical management scenarios.
- Practice applying different leadership styles (Units 11-12) to case studies involving school administration.
- Develop strategies for conflict resolution (Unit 5) based on real-world examples from educational settings.
- Review key terms from Units 1-5 weekly to build a strong foundation in organizational theory.
- Focus on understanding the application of stress management techniques (Units 13) in high-pressure educational environments.
Questions students ask about this course
What is EDA825 about?
This course on Managerial Psychology explores the psychology of managing individuals within organizations. It covers organizational structures, personal behavior, motivation techniques, and management theories. Students will learn to apply motivational concepts, understand leadership styles, and manage stress effectively. The course also addresses conflict resolution and the importance of planning for organizational success, aiming to enhance managerial effectiveness in educational and other organizational settings.
How many units does EDA825 have?
EDA825, Managerial Psychology, has 23 units across 3 modules, over 166 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is EDA825?
EDA825 carries 2 credit units, at 800 level in Education.
Is EDA825 hard?
EDA825 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does EDA825 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 23 units.
How is EDA825 assessed?
EDA825 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with EDA825?
Educational Administrator, Human Resources Manager, Training and Development Officer, Organizational Consultant and School Principal.