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Course Description

Examines theories of individual behavior and leadership within local government organizations. In particular, the focus will be on management in the public sector, theories of leadership, council/staff roles and relationships, the structures and culture of local government organizations, notions of motivation in the public sector, the empowerment of staff, and organizational change.

Who Should Take This Course?

Aimed at individuals interested in moving into higher level responsibilities in the local government field; our student body includes municipal government employees in planning, corporate services, economic development, operations, finance, and more.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

  • Apply the theoretical foundations of Organization Behaviour to case studies and real-life situations in the workplace or voluntary organizations in a way that improves employee engagement, and team and organizational performance.
  • Use learned theory, and other course materials, to assess and improve the focus, supervision, and leadership of groups, teams, and individuals in organizations.
  • Determine the tools and systems of organizational behaviour which best apply to specific situations and desired outcomes.
  • Consider, assess, and apply organizational behaviour while attaining and sustaining the desired outcomes and objectives of the organization, team, group, or individuals.
  • Identify and address ineffective practices and techniques in the management of change and conflict.
  • Consider the relationships between leadership, managerial, and supervisory approaches, and how specific changes or activities may be improved by organizational behaviour.

Notes

Fully online asynchronous course, accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.

Participate in online discussions with peers from all over Canada and expand your professional network.

A textbook is required for this course.

Additional learning materials are provided through eClass.

This is one of five core courses required for the NACLAA Level I certificate.

Recommendations

Students intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.

Applies Towards the Following Programs

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Section Title
Organizational Behaviour and Leadership
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Asynchronous
Dates
Jan 13, 2025 to Apr 04, 2025
Delivery Options
Online - Asynchronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $795.00
Drop Request Deadline
Jan 13, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Jan 09, 2025
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jan 13, 2025 to Apr 04, 2025
Section Materials
  • Textbook (Mandatory) Organizational Behaviour: Concepts Controversies Applications by Langton; Robbins; Judge; Yap; & Perry Pearson 9th Can edition ISBN 9780137844494
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