School of Management, Unit Catalogue 2007/08 |
MN10001 People and organisations 1 |
| Credits: 6 |
| Level: Certificate |
| Semester: 1 |
| Assessment: CW 50% EX 50% |
| Requisites: |
| After taking this unit you must take MN10005 |
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This unit is only available to students taking BSc (Hons) Business Administration. Aims: 1. The aim of this module is to provide an introduction to the study of organisational behaviour through classical and contemporary social science perspectives. The module highlights behaviours, structure and processes that are a part of organisational life. 2. Drawing on social science literature the module aims to develop students' awareness and understanding of the major theoretical models and concepts that are used to analyse organisations, occupational groups and individuals, whilst introducing students to critical debates that inform the study of organisational behaviour. 3. The module aims to develop a capacity for the critical analysis of behaviour in organisations. In doing so the module seeks to provide a foundation to MN10005 where an in-depth approach to the study of organisational behaviour will be developed. Learning Outcomes: On completion of this module, students should be able to: * Demonstrate a good understanding of the major theoretical constructs, models and debates that inform the study of organisational behaviour. * Evaluate alternative classical and contemporary social science theories/models used in practice. * Begin to critically analyse key organisational behaviour concepts and issues at an individual, group and organisational level. Skills: At the end of this module, students should gain the following skills: A. Knowledge and Understanding * Students will be able to understand a variety of theories and insights into organisational issues and collective behaviours. * Students will be able to explain and apply their knowledge and understanding of key organisational behaviour issues by reflecting on everyday life examples from their own experience. B. Cognitive Skills * The application of imagination, inventiveness and critical thinking. * Begin to develop critical reflexivity towards the module content and examples of practice. C. Transferable Skills * Written and verbal communication skills. * Analytical skills * Research skills * Team working skills. Content: Introduction to concepts used to analyse behaviour in organizations, including: * A brief history of schools of thought in management * Organisation structure and systems and its consequence in relation to organisational behaviour. * Organisational design * The role and conduct of management and leadership in organisations. * Organisational processes. * Organisational culture * Differences in organisational behaviour- individual, group and organisational level. * Motivation * Communication. * Careers. |