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MBA827Management Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Advanced Organizational Behaviour

This course introduces advanced concepts in organizational behaviour, focusing on individual and group dynamics within organizations. It explores topics such as individual behaviour, group dynamics, organizational structure and culture, leadership, and organizational change and development. Students will learn to analyze case studies, apply theoretical frameworks, and develop strategies for managing organizational behaviour effectively. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for managing individuals and groups in diverse organizational settings.

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200h

Study Time

13

Weeks

15h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Organizational BehaviourLeadershipGroup DynamicsOrganizational CultureChange Management

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Organizational Behaviour

2

Individual Behaviour

3

Group Dynamics

4

Leadership

5

Organizational Structure

6

Organizational Culture

7

Organizational Change

8

Motivation

9

Perception

10

Conflict Management

Total Topics10 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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Human Resources Manager

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Management Consultant

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Organizational Development Specialist

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Training and Development Manager

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Business Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

ConsultingHuman ResourcesManagementEducationHealthcare

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1:

23h

Unit 1: Overview Of Organisational Behaviour

8 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Understand the meaning of organizational behaviour.
•Identify influences on behaviour in organizations.
•Discuss contributory disciplines to organizational behaviour.
•Analyze orientations to work.

Unit 2: Individual Behaviour And Attitude

7 study hours

•Read Unit 2: Differentiate between attitudes and beliefs.
•Discuss how behaviour can be predicted.
•Explain how organizational culture influences attitudes.
•Discuss the process of attitudinal change.

Unit 3: Personality And Values

8 study hours

•Read Unit 3: Explain the meaning of personality.
•Discuss the main approaches to the study of personality.
•Identify and discuss the various theories of personality.

Week

2

Module 1:

15h

Unit 4: Learning

7 study hours

•Read Unit 4: Explain the meaning of learning.
•Discuss the nature of learning.
•Identify and discuss various theories of learning.
•Discuss the application of learning to study skill and workplace.

Unit 5: Perception

8 study hours

•Read Unit 5: Discuss the perception process.
•Identify and explain factors affecting perception.
•Explain organization and arrangement of stimuli.
•Discuss how individuals perceive other people.
•Discuss the attribution theory.
•Explain forms of distortions in perception.

Week

3

MODEL 2:

9h

Unit 1: Work Groups and Decision Making

9 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Explain the meaning of a work group.
•Identify and explain types of work group.
•Discuss reasons for formation of groups.
•Mention and explain factors affecting group cohesiveness.
•Discuss group behaviour in work setting.
•Analyze role relationships among workers in organization.
•Discuss the implication of overlapping group membership.

Week

4

MODEL 2:

9h

Unit 2: Group Dynamics

9 study hours

•Read Unit 2: Explain the group process in organizational setting.
•Discuss the use of training group in sensitivity training.
•Mention and discuss the factors that affect group effectiveness.
•Discuss group formation and group development.
•Discuss socio-technical system as it affects groups.
•Explain behaviour in groups.
•Identify and explain member roles in groups.

Week

5

MODEL 2:

9h

Unit 3: Content Theories Of Motivation

9 study hours

•Read Unit 3: Explain the meaning and nature of motivation.
•Discuss frustration-induced behaviour.
•Identify and explain approaches to motivation at work.
•Mention and discuss the content theories of motivation.

Week

6

MODEL 2:

9h

Unit 4: Process Theories Of Motivation

9 study hours

•Read Unit 4: Discuss the Nature of process theories of motivation.
•Explain the Expectancy theory of motivation.
•Analyze Vroom's expectancy theory.
•Discuss Porter and Lawler expectancy model.
•Explain the Lawler's revised Expectancy model.
•Discuss Equity theory of motivation.
•Analyze the Goal theory.
•Discuss the Attribution theory.

Week

7

MODEL 2:

9h

Unit 5: Leadership

9 study hours

•Read Unit 5: Explain the meaning and nature of leadership.
•Identify and explain the various types of leadership styles.
•Mention and discuss the classical theories of leadership.
•List and explain factors that influence leadership effectiveness.

Week

8

MODULE 3:

9h

Unit 1: Organisational Structure

9 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Explain the meaning of organizational structure.
•Identify and explain levels of organization structure.
•Mention and discuss dimensions of people-organization relationship.
•Identify and explain forms of relationship in organization.
•Mention and discuss types of organizational structure.
•Identify and explain common features of organizations.
•Discuss how technology impacts on organization.
•Identify and analyze problems inherent in work organization.

Week

9

MODULE 3:

9h

Unit 2:Organisational Culture

9 study hours

•Read Unit 2: Explain the meaning of organizational culture.
•Identify and discuss levels and types of organizational culture.
•Mention and discuss influences on organizational culture.
•Discuss the importance of organizational culture.
•Discuss bearing of culture on workplace behaviour.

Week

10

MODULE 3:

9h

Unit 3: Organizational Conflict & Conflict Management

9 study hours

•Read Unit 3: Explain the meaning and nature of organizational conflict.
•Identify and discuss the various types and levels of conflict.
•Identify and describe the causes of conflict.
•Identify and describe the variables aggravate conflict.
•Explain the meaning of conflict episode.
•Identity and explain the strategies for conflict management and resolution.
•Identity and explain the appropriate situations to use conflict-handling orientations.

Week

11

MODULE 3:

9h

Unit 4 Organisational Change And Development

9 study hours

•Read Unit 4: Explain the nature of organizational change.
•Identify and discuss approaches to planned organizational change.
•Mention and explain various forces that shape organizational change.
•Discuss resistance to change in organization.
•Discuss how problems of change can be minimized.
•Discuss management of organizational change and development.

Week

12

MODULE 3:

9h

Unit 5 Case Study

9 study hours

•Read Unit 5: Explain the concept of case study.
•Mention and discuss the objectives of case study.
•Identify and explain the necessary considerations in case analysis.
•List and analyse the principles of case analysis.

Week

13

MODULE 3:

9h

Final Revision

9 study hours

•Review all modules and units.
•Work on assignments.
•Prepare for final examination.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking key concepts from each module.

2

Focus on understanding the practical implications of each theory.

3

Review case studies and practice applying different theoretical frameworks.

4

Practice answering essay questions under timed conditions.

5

Prioritize key topics: leadership, motivation, organizational structure, and change management.

6

Form study groups to discuss and debate complex concepts.

7

Review all TMAs and feedback provided by your tutor.

8

Create flashcards for key terms and definitions.

9

Allocate specific time slots for each module during your revision period.

10

Practice analyzing organizational scenarios and proposing solutions.

11

Ensure you understand the different types of organizational structures and their implications.

12

Focus on understanding the different conflict management styles and when to apply them.

13

Practice applying the different motivation theories to real-world scenarios.

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