EXMGT 5587 - Organizational Behaviour
1027023
Language of Delivery
English
Delivery Options
Online - Synchronous
and
Online - Asynchronous
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Course Description
Explores the theory and practice of the organization in three major parts: the organizational environment, the organizational structure, and the behaviour of groups and individuals within the organization. Topics include the social role of managers, organizational structure, individual perception, motivation, decision-making and leadership, communication, teamwork and stress in the work place.
Who Should Take This Course?
Aimed at beginning to mid-career individuals interested in acquiring new workplace skills, this course will also benefit prospective or aspiring managers ready to take the next step in their careers.
Learner Outcomes
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Understand how individual, group, and organizational behaviours interact and impact each other and how these three levels impact the organization and its success.
- Evaluate the various OB theories in the context of your organization and experience with supervisors, peers and staff.
- Interpret the theories explored and apply them in your workplace.
- Question and debate the theory to judge its application in certain situations and workplace environments.
- Understand how individual, group and organizational behaviours interact and impact each other.
- Understand how these three levels will impact the organization and its success through theory, examples, and class discussion.
- Understand various OB theories in their organization and experience with supervisors, peers and staff.
- Understand how to interpret the theories explored and apply them in their workplace.
- This course evolves from focusing on the individual to the group dynamic and finally on the organization.
Notes
- This 39-hour online course is accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- Learn through lectures and lively discussions as you broaden your network, apply the course content to the context of your work or organization, and explore its implications for your professional practice.
- This is a graded course; assessment activities may include exams, projects, presentations, journals, or research papers.
- A textbook is required for this course.
- Additional learning materials are provided through eClass at no additional cost.
Recommendations
Applicants intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.
Applies Towards the Following Programs
- Human Resources Management Certificate : Core Courses
- Management Development Certificate : Elective Courses
- Occupational Health And Safety Certificate : Core Courses
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