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2010/2011  BA-HAI_2OB  Organizational Behaviour

English Title
Organizational Behaviour

Course Information

Language English
Point 7,5 ECTS (225 SAT)
Type Mandatory
Level Bachelor
Duration One Quarter
Course Period Autumn
Time Table Please see course schedule at e-Campus
Study Board
Study Board for BSc in International Business
Course Coordinator
  • Martin Kornberger - Department of Organization
Main Category of the Course
  • International Politics
  • Management
Last updated on 29 maj 2012
Learning Objectives
After taking this course, students should be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts, theories and models presented in the course.

Demonstrate an ability to analyze and explain OB-related situations and organizational practice in an organisation, using concepts and theoretical approaches that we address in the course.

Use the concepts, theories and models addressed in the course to formulate effective solutions to OB-related problems or situations in an organization.

Present written discussion, analysis and solutions in a well-structured style, targeted to a specific audience.
Examination
Organizational Behavior
Assessment Home Assignment
Marking Scale 7-step scale
Censorship External examiners
Exam Period December/January
Duration 48 Hours
In 48 hours individual case assignments all exam aids are permitted
Examination
Prerequisites for Attending the Exam
Course Content

The study of organizational behaviour is an inter-disciplinary field, drawing on insights from cognitive and social psychology, economics, sociology and anthropology. This course will provide students with a foundation in organizational behaviour, meaning the behaviour of individuals and groups within organizations. This foundation will be built through investigation and practical application of the most relevant classic and contemporary research on organizational behaviour.

We will examine how individual differences and abilities, group dynamics and processes, culture, leadership approaches, technology, and organizational structure affect behaviour. We will consider how motivation, stress, communication and conflict can also affect behaviour. Students will: 1) develop an ability to analyze, understand, and explain important aspects and determinants of behaviour in organizations, and 2) apply theories from the course in a practical way to competently and strategically solve problems, effect successful organizational change, and be more effective leaders and managers, especially in an international business or multi-cultural context.

Utilizing discussion and course materials, the concepts from the course will be applied to different types of companies and institutions. An awareness of the importance of culture and the “global village” aspect of many organizations will be emphasized.

Teaching Methods
Teaching methods will take the form of lectures, tutorials, case studies, class discussions and exercises, and small group work. Part of the class sessions are devoted to practical application of the course material. Students will achieve the most benefit in this course if all actively participate and contribute during class sessions.

Literature

The course will be structured around classic and contemporary issues and related research on organizational behaviour. Therefore, the readings will include some of the classics in organizational behaviour, contemporary books and articles that provide understanding of the issues in today’s global economy, and contemporary cases that allow for practical analysis and application of the theories covered.