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Unit Overview

Description

This unit provides an understanding of individual and group behaviour in organisations, with an emphasis on similarities and differences in different cultures. Topics that deal with individuals in organisations include personality, perception, motivation, ability, satisfaction, decision making and stress. Topics relevant to group behaviour include interpersonal relations, group dynamics, group decision making, leadership, conflict, power, ethics, social justice and social responsibility. The application of theory and research findings to management practice in organisations is addressed in the coverage of these topics.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 1AlbanyFace to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 1 core unit in the Management; Human Resource Management major sequences
  • Level 1 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) explain organisational behaviour theories and concepts across cultures and nations; (2) describe the importance of an evidence-based approach to management and organisational behaviour; (3) interpret organisational problems in terms of individual, interpersonal and group processes; (4) analyse organisational problems using a number of established theoretical frameworks; (5) create solutions to managerial problems through the application of well-researched organisational behaviour principles; and (6) develop oral and written communication skills.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) participation; (2) assignments; and (3) examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr John Cordery (Semester 1) and Dr Ruolian Fang (Semester 2)
Unit rules
Incompatibility
MGMT2235 Organisational Behaviour
Contact hours
lectures/tutorials/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.