Organizational Theory and Behavior – BUS 5113: Learning Materials
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Learn Organizational Theory and Behavior
Course Overview
This course is designed to expose the student to the fundamental principles with which to understand human behavior inside public organizations. The course examines various theories developed in an attempt to explain and predict employee behavior in an organizational context. This course investigates individual and interpersonal behavior in organizations, including personality, decision-making, personal perceptions, teamwork, conflict, leadership, power, ethics and influence. In addition, this course seeks to analyze organizational-level factors affecting behavior, including change management, internal reward systems, culture, and organizational communication.
Preparation Resources
- Laegaard, J., & Bendslev, M. (2006). Organizational Theory. Retrieved from http://bookboon.com/en/organizational-theory-ebook
Organizational Theory and Behavior – BUS 5113 - Course Schedule and Topics:
Week 1: Unit 1– Introduction to Organizational Theory and Behavior
Week 2: Unit 2– The Role of Ethics in Organizational Behavior
Week 3: Unit 3– The Employee Component
Week 4: Unit 4– Communication and the Influence of Individual Perception
Week 5: Unit 5– Organizational Culture and Change
Week 6: Unit 6– The Art of Working with Teams
Week 7: Unit 7– Leadership and Power
Week 8: Unit 8- Organizational Conflict