Description
This course introduces organizational behavior, the social-scientific study of individuals and groups in work organizations. Built on findings from psychology, social-psychology, sociology, and cultural anthropology, this course examines employee motivation and job satisfaction, factors influencing levels of job performance and psychological dimensions of the work environment.
The learning outcomes for the module are as follows:
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge and understanding of organizational behavior.
- Collaboratively and autonomously research, analyses and evaluate information from a wide variety of sources.
- Apply relevant contemporary theories, concepts and models in order to analyze organizational environments, cases and issues.
Key Topics
- Motivation and Rewards
- Intrinsic Motivation and Job Redesign
- Psychological Contracts
- Power and Politics in Organizations
- Culture in Organizations
- Leadership
Course Duration
22 – 28 hours with the ability to start/stop/return at any time.
Take this course to understand the theory behind their practice and increase their professional capacity when responding to a major emergency. This course is also aimed at personnel who form part of the Emergency Response organization.
Belhaven University PLA Credits Assessed: 1
*Note, there is a maximum number of PLA credits that may be applied toward a degree program. Refer to the Belhaven University website for the latest on PLA policies.
