Management & Organization Behaviour
- Agricultural Sciences
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 168 pages
- 14 units
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of management and organizational behavior. It explores principles and practices within organizations, emphasizing the human element. Key topics include management perspectives, power dynamics, communication strategies, and motivational theories. Students will learn to analyze individual and group behaviors, manage change effectively, and understand the impact of organizational structure on performance. The course aims to equip students with the skills to navigate and lead in diverse organizational settings.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 45 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assignments
- Final written examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of HCM433, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
HCM433 · UNIT 2 THE STUFF OF ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR
You have been informed on the theoretical definition of management and the functions managers perform. You must have also learned about the conceptual difference between management and administration and the context in which each term is used.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the core principles of management and organizational behavior.
- Analyze the factors influencing individual and group behavior in organizations.
- Apply motivational theories to improve employee performance.
- Develop effective communication strategies for organizational settings.
- Understand the impact of organizational structure on performance.
- Manage change effectively within an organization.
What it prepares you for
- Human Resources Manager
- Organizational Development Consultant
- Management Analyst
- Project Manager
- Team Lead
- Business Management
- Human Resources
- Public Administration
- Non-Profit Management
- Consulting
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Management
Unit 5: Management of Changes
Understanding the dynamics of change and developing effective strategies requires critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Module 2:
Unit 3: Perception
Requires understanding of complex social dynamics and the ability to analyze subtle cues in interpersonal interactions.
- Module 3:
Unit 3: Motivational Processes
Applying motivational theories in real-world scenarios requires nuanced understanding of individual differences and organizational contexts.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 47 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Management
Unit 1: Management Perspectives · 2 hours
Read the introduction to management perspectives.. Define management and its various dimensions.. Distinguish between management and administration..
Unit 2: The Stuff of Organisational Behaviour · 2 hours
Define organizational behavior and its perspectives.. Identify influences on behavior in organizations.. Examine cultural influences on organizational behavior..
- Week 2Module 1: Management
Unit 3: Principles and Practices in Organisations · 2 hours
Understand the meaning of organization.. Identify the types of organizations.. Discuss the principles of organization by Fayol, Taylor, and Urwick..
Unit 4: Roles and Role Expectation · 2 hours
Define role as a concept.. Differentiate between role conflicts and role ambiguities.. Explain the different types of role conflict..
- Week 3Module 1: Management
Unit 5: Management of Changes · 3 hours
Explain the nature of change.. State the forces that cause changes to happen.. Explain various approaches to introducing change and the response to change..
- Week 4Module 2:
Unit 1: Power and Control · 3 hours
Define power and differentiate it from other concepts.. Discuss the bases of power.. Explain the blocs that are available in an organization..
- Week 5Module 2:
Unit 2: The Concept of Status and Occupational Prestige · 2 hours
Explain different perspectives as to the meaning of status.. State the different sources of status.. Discuss status comparison and reactions to comparison..
Unit 3: Perception · 2 hours
State the meaning of perceptual.. List and discuss the principles of perceptual selectivity.. Explain the issues influencing social perception..
- Week 6Module 2:
Unit 4: Personality Concept · 3 hours
Explain the meaning of the term personality.. Clearly highlight and discuss each determinant factor of personality.. Comment on the theories of personality..
- Week 7Module 2:
Unit 5: Work Groups · 3 hours
Explain the meaning of a work group.. Comment on the characteristics and types of work group.. Discuss the purpose of a group..
- Week 8Module 3:
Unit 1: Communication in Organisations · 3 hours
Explain what communication means.. Describe the communication process model.. List and explain factors that give rise to communication breakdown in an organization..
- Week 9Module 3:
Unit 2: Motivation · 2 hours
Define the term motivation to bring out its underlying characteristics.. Explain and differentiate clearly the variants of the content theories of motivation.. Discuss the Human Resources Model: Theory X and Y..
Unit 2: Motivation · 2 hours
Explain and differentiate clearly the variants of the content theories of motivation.. Discuss Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory.. Discuss Alderfers Modified Need Hierarchy Theory..
- Week 10Module 3:
Unit 2: Motivation · 3 hours
Explain and differentiate clearly the variants of the content theories of motivation.. Discuss Herzberg's two-Factor Theory.. Discuss Mclelland Needs Theory of Motivation..
- Week 11Module 3:
Unit 3: Motivational Processes · 3 hours
List and discuss the typologies of the process theory of motivation.. Explain the Expectancy Theory of Motivation.. Explain the Equity Theory of Motivation..
- Week 12Module 3:
Unit 3: Motivational Processes · 2 hours
List and discuss the typologies of the process theory of motivation.. Explain the Goals Setting Theory.. Explain the Reinforcement Theory..
Unit 3: Motivational Processes · 2 hours
Explain the related issues of Job enrichment and job enlargement.. Discuss Job Enrichment.. Discuss Job Enlargement..
- Week 13Module 3:
Unit 4: Money · 3 hours
Comment on the different views as to the role money can play and also its limitation.. Explain the reasons people work.. Discuss how to Motivate and Improve Employee Performance..
Unit 5: Organisational Structure · 3 hours
Explain the meaning of organisational structure.. Identify and explain levels of organisation structure.. Mention and discuss dimensions of people-organisation relationship..
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking Module 1 management principles to Module 3 motivational theories.
- Practice applying expectancy theory to different employee scenarios from Units 2 and 3.
- Review case studies in Units 3 and 5, focusing on communication breakdowns and structural issues.
- Summarize key points from each unit, focusing on real-world applications and examples.
- Practice essay questions on change management strategies from Unit 5, considering both internal and external factors.
- Focus on understanding the different types of power and influence discussed in Module 2, Unit 1.
- Review all key definitions and models, especially those related to motivation and organizational structure.
Questions students ask about this course
What is HCM433 about?
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of management and organizational behavior. It explores principles and practices within organizations, emphasizing the human element. Key topics include management perspectives, power dynamics, communication strategies, and motivational theories. Students will learn to analyze individual and group behaviors, manage change effectively, and understand the impact of organizational structure on performance. The course aims to equip students with the skills to navigate and lead in diverse organizational settings.
How many units does HCM433 have?
HCM433, Management & Organization Behaviour, has 14 units across 3 modules, over 168 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is HCM433?
HCM433 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Agricultural Sciences.
Is HCM433 hard?
HCM433 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does HCM433 take to study?
About 45 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.
How is HCM433 assessed?
HCM433 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final written examination.
What can I do with HCM433?
Human Resources Manager, Organizational Development Consultant, Management Analyst, Project Manager and Team Lead.