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MBA829Management Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Organizational Change And Development

This course explores organizational leadership and change management. It covers leadership theories, characteristics of successful leaders, and factors influencing organizational change. Topics include decision-making, communication, power dynamics, and transformational leadership. The course also examines organizational culture, employee empowerment, and strategies for managing change effectively, considering the human factor and gender differences in leadership styles.

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40h

Study Time

13

Weeks

3h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

LeadershipOrganizational ChangeEmpowermentOrganizational CultureTransformational Leadership

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

📚

Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Leadership Theories

2

Characteristics of Successful Leaders

3

Organizational Change Management

4

Employee Empowerment

5

Organizational Culture

6

Decision-Making and Communication

7

Power Dynamics

8

Transformational Leadership

9

Human Factors in Enterprises

10

Leadership Styles and Behaviors

11

Gender Differences in Leadership

Total Topics11 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic Management Principles

Organizational Behavior Concepts

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (4 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Self-Assessment Exercises

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Project Manager

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Team Lead

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Human Resources Manager

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Business Consultant

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Executive Director

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Change Management Specialist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Business ManagementHuman ResourcesConsultingNon-Profit OrganizationsGovernment AgenciesEducation

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Introduction to Leadership

3h

Unit 1: What is Leadership?

3 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Introduction to leadership, leader emergence and performance.
•Identify traits associated with leadership.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1.

Week

2

Module 2: Leadership Characteristics

3h

Unit 2: Characteristics Associated with Leadership Part 1

3 study hours

•Study personal characteristics associated with leadership.
•Differentiate between task and person-oriented leaders.
•Analyze leadership styles in different climates.

Week

3

Module 2: Leadership Characteristics

3h

Unit 3: Characteristics Associated with Leadership Part 2

3 study hours

•Examine subordinate ability and its impact on leadership.
•Understand the importance of relationships with subordinates.
•Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment.

Week

4

Module 3: Enhancing Leadership Effectiveness

3h

Unit 4: Factors that Lead to Successful Leadership

3 study hours

•Explore decision-making, contact, and power as factors in successful leadership.
•Analyze the different types of power: expert, legitimate, reward, coercive, and referent.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1.

Week

5

Module 3: Enhancing Leadership Effectiveness

3h

Unit 5: Leadership through Vision

3 study hours

•Study transformational leadership and its characteristics.
•Understand the role of persuasion in leadership.
•Analyze the elements of effective communication.

Week

6

Module 4: Managing Organizational Change

3h

Unit 6: Organizational Change

3 study hours

•Learn about managing organizational change.
•Examine the 'sacred cow hunts' and their types.
•Understand the stages employees go through during periods of change.

Week

7

Module 4: Managing Organizational Change

3h

Unit 7: Factors that Influence Acceptance of Change

3 study hours

•Examine factors influencing acceptance of change.
•Understand the roles of change agents, analysts, and resisters.
•Learn about creating an atmosphere for change.

Week

8

Module 5: Organizational Culture and Empowerment

3h

Unit 8: Leadership and Organizational Culture

3 study hours

•Study the importance of organizational culture in periods of change.
•Understand how to assess and change organizational culture.
•Learn about maintaining the new culture.

Week

9

Module 5: Organizational Culture and Empowerment

3h

Unit 9: Empowerment

3 study hours

•Explore the concept of employee empowerment.
•Examine factors in making the decision to empower.
•Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment.

Week

10

Module 6: The Human Factor

3h

Unit 10: The Human Factor in Enterprises Part 1

3 study hours

•Understand the human factor in enterprises.
•Examine different models of people.
•Differentiate between rational-economic and complex person views.

Week

11

Module 6: The Human Factor

3h

Unit 11: The Human Factor in Enterprises Part 2

3 study hours

•Study McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y assumptions.
•Understand the managerial implications of Theories X and Y.
•Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1.

Week

12

Module 6: The Human Factor

3h

Unit 12: The Human Factor in Enterprises Part 3

3 study hours

•Examine the behavioural models: autocratic, custodial, and supportive.
•Understand the eclectic view of behavioural models.
•Study perception in the enterprise environment.

Week

13

Module 7: Leadership Styles and Behaviors

6h

Unit 13: Leadership Behaviour and Style Part 1

3 study hours

•Explore different leadership styles.
•Study Likert's systems of management.
•Understand Argyris's immaturity-maturity continuum.

Unit 14: Leadership Behaviour and Style Part 2

3 study hours

•Examine leadership as a continuum.
•Understand the path-goal approach to leadership effectiveness.
•Study cultivated behaviours of leaders.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a detailed study schedule, allocating specific time slots for each unit.

2

Summarize key concepts and theories from each unit in your own words.

3

Practice applying leadership theories to real-world case studies.

4

Review Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and Self-Assessment Exercises (SAEs) to identify areas for improvement.

5

Focus on understanding the different leadership styles and their applications.

6

Create concept maps linking Units 10-12 human factor concepts.

7

Practice analyzing organizational scenarios and recommending appropriate change management strategies from Units 6-7.

8

Review all key terms and definitions from the course glossary.

9

Form a study group to discuss challenging concepts and share insights.

10

Take regular breaks during study sessions to maintain focus and prevent burnout.

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