ORBE06007 2022 Organisational Behaviour

General Details

Full Title
Organisational Behaviour
Transcript Title
Organisational Behaviour
Code
ORBE06007
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
ORBE - Organisational Behaviour
Department
BUS - Business
Level
06 - Level 6
Credit
10 - 10 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
Start Term
2022 - Full Academic Year 2022-23
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Jimmy Treacy, Mary Gilmartin, Susan Leonard, Kerry Dolan, Aileen Brennan, Caroline Casey
Programme Membership
SG_BBUSO_C06 202200 Higher Certificate in Business in Business Studies (Online) SG_BBISO_C06 202300 Higher Certificate in Business in Business Studies
Description

The subject aims to introduce students to the key theories, concepts and ideas underpinning individual behaviour and group and organisational processes in organisations. In addition, it aims to introduce students to how to apply this knowledge to organisational settings.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;

1.

Describe various personality dimensions that are responsible for individual differences in the workplace.

2.

Explain perception and perceptual factors and the role perception plays in organisational settings.

3.

Examine motivation theory and explore the application of motivation theory in the workplace.

4.

Describe  different leadership styles in organisations.

5.

Explain the dynamics of groups and teams in an organisational setting.

6.

Discuss conflict in business organisations.

7.

Discuss best practice in managing a healthy workforce.

8.

Explain the processes of organisational change.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Effective teaching and learning strategies will evolve as the module is delivered  However, it is expected that lectures (live, virtual, and/or recorded), practical skills workshops, videos, guest speakers, group work, problem-based learning, and peer review will be core to this module.  

Module Assessment Strategies

100% continuous assessment which may be any of the following:

  • group project,
  • individual project,
  • multiple choice quizzes,
  • presentations or other appropriate assessment. 

Repeat Assessments

Repeat assessments will be developed as appropriate to assess failed elements.

Indicative Syllabus

Personality:

  • What is personality'
  • Theories of personality
  • Sources of personality difference'
  • Personality difference and behaviour in the workplace'
  • Work outcomes and personality.

Perception:

  • What is perception,
  • How perception works,
  • Common perceptual distortions,
  • Attribution theory.

Motivation:

  • What is motivation,
  • Motivation process,
  • Theories of motivation,
  • How motivation theory is applied in organisations. 

Leadership:

  • What is leadership,
  • Difference between leadership and management,
  • Theories of leadership,
  • How effective leaders can be developed,
  • The role of emotions in leadership.

Groups and Teams:

  • Group formation and structure,
  • Group think,
  • Types of teams,
  • Team development.

Conflict:

  • Types of conflict,
  • Sources of conflict,
  • Managing conflict,
  • Frames of reference.

Change Management:

  • Change management strategies,
  • Change and the individual,
  • Resistance to change.

Healthy Workplace:

  • Stress Management,
  • Promoting and maintaining healthy workplaces.

Coursework & Assessment Breakdown

Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %

Coursework Assessment

Title Type Form Percent Week Learning Outcomes Assessed
1 Project Coursework Assessment Project 50 % End of Semester 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8
2 Moodle Quizzes Coursework Assessment Assessment 50 % OnGoing 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8
             

Online Learning Mode Workload


Type Location Description Hours Frequency Avg Workload
Lecture Not Specified Online Live lecture 2 Weekly 2.00
Independent Learning Not Specified Self study 5 Weekly 5.00
Total Online Learning Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.00 Hours

Required & Recommended Book List

Required Reading
2022 Organisational Behaviour Red Globe Press
ISBN 9781352012514 ISBN-13 1352012510
Recommended Reading
2018 Organizational Behavior Pearson
ISBN 0134729323 ISBN-13 9780134729329
Recommended Reading
2022 Introduction to Organisational Behaviour Cipd - Kogan Page
ISBN 1843982471 ISBN-13 9781843982470

Module Resources

Non ISBN Literary Resources

 

URL Resources

www.cipd.co.uk

www.all-about-psychology.com

www.scienceofpeople.com

www.discoveringpsychology.com

www.ted.com

Other Resources

Moodle Platform.

Library Resources.

Additional Information

Book, journal, website, and other resources may alter and extend as the programme progresses.