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This course provides an introduction to the study of individual and group behaviour in organisations. The course is taught in two parts. In the first part we examine individual-level topics such as personality differences; perception and learning in organisations; workplace emotions, theories of motivation; and stress management. We then move on to discuss team and organisational-level processes, including decision-making; group dynamics and teamwork; communication; power and conflict management; organisational structure and design; organisational culture; and organisational change.
WorkloadThe estimated workload breakdown for MGMT206S1 is: Lectures and guided self-learning sessions 24Class Tests - preparation 60Assignment 30Lecture Preparation 36Total 150 hours
The objectives of the course are:Apply organisational behaviour principles, concepts and theories and the findings from organisational studies research to understand individual/group/organisational issues.Analyse and critically evaluate human behaviour in the context of an organisational setting.All pieces of assessment require you to understand and apply OB principles, concepts and theories.MGMT206 addresses the BCom learning goals in the following manner:Graduates can demonstrate advanced knowledge of Organisational Behaviour informed by the broader context of commerce.The assessments for this course provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate the application of advanced knowledge of organisational behaviour, in particular individual differences and perception, attitudes and values, motivation, stress management, communication, teamwork and group dynamics, conflict management, leadership, power, and organisational culture.Graduates are able to use analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to address specific problems.The exercises we do in class sessions require the use of analytical skills in interpreting your own and others’ behaviour. The simulations/exercises/case studies we work on in class time allow you to apply problem-solving skills to understand behavioural dynamics.Graduates can understand issues from a range of ethical, global, and multicultural perspectives.We do not specifically address multiculturalism in this course, although we do look at individual differences and perception which is the foundation for understanding diversity and ethical issues.Graduates are able to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.All assessment in this course is written. Verbal communication is not formally assessed in this course but will be necessary in class sessions.Learning Objectives, BComStudents have an in-depth understanding of their majoring subject and are able to critically evaluate and, where applicable, apply this knowledge to topics/issues within the discipline.Students have a broad understanding of the key domains of commerce.Students will develop key skills and attributes sought by employers which can be used in a range of applications. Students will be aware of and understand the nature of biculturalism in Aotearoa New Zealand, and its relevance to their area of study and/or their degree. Students will comprehend the influence of global conditions on their discipline and will be competent in engaging with global and multi-cultural contexts.For quality assurance purposes the School is required to hold on record a number of assessment pieces as examples of differing standards of work. If you have any objections to the school holding your assessment for this purpose then email the course coordinator to ensure your assignment is not used for this purpose.
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attributes specified below:
Critically competent in a core academic discipline of their award
Students know and can critically evaluate and, where applicable, apply this knowledge to topics/issues within their majoring subject.
Employable, innovative and enterprising
Students will develop key skills and attributes sought by employers that can be used in a range of applications.
(1) MGMT100; and (2) A further 45 points
MGMT201, MGMT216
MGMT216
Lectures for MGMT206S1 are recorded using the ECHO360 lecture recording system.
Sarah Wright
Colleen Mills
Assessment In Te Reo MāoriIn recognising that Te Reo Māori is an official language of New Zealand, the University provides for students who may wish to use the Te Reo Māori in their assessment. If you intend to submit your work in Te Reo Māori you are required to do the following: Read the Assessment in Te Reo Māori Policy and ensure that you meet the conditions set out in the policy. This includes, but is not limited to, informing the Course Coordinator 1) no later than 10 working days after the commencement of the course that you wish to use Te Reo Māori and 2) at least 15 working days before each assessment due date that you wish to use Te Reo Māori.
McShane, Steven Lattimore et al; Organisational behaviour :emerging knowledge, global insights ; 6e; McGraw-Hill Education Australia, 2019.
IMPORTANT: The primary sources of course content in MGMT206 are lectures, the guided self-learning materials and the textbook. The textbook supports the lectures and guided self-learning activities by providing explanations and illustrations of concepts and theories. Engagement with content in lectures and the content in self-learning guides is very important. This content will determine the topics addressed in the assessment items (i.e., assignments and tests). The textbook provides further information to assist your understanding and allow you to answer questions well. We strongly advise you to purchase a textbook as the online copies available through the library are always in high demand. Do not rely on being able to access a library copy.
LEARN Coversheets - Group and Individual
Class RepresentativeA class representative may be asked to volunteer in the first few weeks of class. Any problems with the course can be raised with the class rep. Their email can be found at UCSA. The class representative will take up any issues raised by class members with the lecturer concerned as they occur.Departmental Academic PoliciesA summary of Departmental academic policies on course grading, special considerations, etc. is available under: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/business/departments/. The Department assumes that you have read this document. You should also read the following:• UC Business School Student Handbook on the UC Business School Students Learn page https://learn.canterbury.ac.nz/course/view.php?id=7744• General Course and Examination Regulations http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations/general/general_regs_enrolment_courses.shtmlDishonest PracticeThe University of Canterbury considers cheating and plagiarism to be serious acts of dishonesty. All assessed work must be your own individual work unless specifically stated otherwise in the assessment guidelines. Material quoted from any other source must be clearly acknowledged. You must not copy the work of another person (student or published work) in any assessment including examinations, tests and assignments. Any person, who is found to have copied someone else's work, or to have allowed their work to be copied, will receive a fail grade for that piece of assessment and may face disciplinary action which may lead to a fine, community service or exclusion from the university.IMPORTANT: Where there are concerns regarding the authorship of written course work, a student can be required to provide a formal, oral explanation of the content of their work.Citations and referencing
Domestic fee $845.00
International fee $3,975.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
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