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Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management HR173 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 20 CATS None Level 7

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Period of time over which it is delivered and mode of delivery

20 credit year through module This module is aimed at introducing students to the concepts, principles and theories of organisational behaviour and human resources management. The module is aimed at providing a grounding for students in appreciating the relationship between methods of organising and managing people. Sue Will (module leader), Jenny Knight, Keith Mattacks, Colin Harris, Penny Simpson, Stephanos Avaikian 1 through 2 Moulsecoomb

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Module team/ author/ coordinator(s) Semester 1 or 2 Site/ campus where delivered Field(s) for which module is appropriate and status in that field Field Status (mandatory/ compulsory/ optional)

Course(s) for which module is appropriate and status on that course Course Status (mandatory/ compulsory/ optional) Compulsory BSc(Hons) Business Management BSc(Hons) Business Management with Economics/Finance/Marketing/HRM BSc(Hons) Business BSc(Hons) Business with Economics/ Finance Marketing/HRM BSc(Hons) International Business BSc(Hons) International Business (with French/German/Spanish) Compulsory Compulsory Compulsory Compulsory Compulsory

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MODULE AIMS, ASSESSMENT AND SUPPORT Aims This module aims to introduce students to the fundamental principles of organisational behaviour and human resource management. The students are offered an understanding of the relationship between organisations and the internal and external environment and moreover, the role that employees play in the design and realisation of corporate goals. On completion of the module students should be able to: Subject specific Demonstrate understanding about the main structures and processes which comprise the function of organisations Appreciate the importance of evaluating trends within the external and internal environment Understand the application of Organizational Behaviour and the principal topics that comprise its study (e.g. communication, culture, teamwork, learning, change management, etc) Understand the fundamental principles of Human Resource Management and its role in organisational performance (e.g. recruitment, selection, training, development, talent management)

Learning outcomes/ objectives

Cognitive Demonstrate analytical and critical thinking in comparing and evaluating theories Present arguments in a logical and constructive way and by using ICT tools (e.g. online library, virtual learning environment, etc) Show ability to make judgements and apply knowledge to case examples and demonstrate competency for critique and analysis.

Content

Organisations and their environment The external environment of organisations The internal environment of organisations Organisations and Human Behaviour The Nature of Organisations, Structures and Globalisation Approaches to Organisations & Management Motivation Personality Communication Perception Culture, Change and Technology Groups and Teams Leadership Power

HRM Trends and Trajectories Approaches to HRM Talent Management (Recruitment and Selection) Organisational Learning and Knowledge Management (Training &
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Development) Performance Management Rewards Engagement at Work Grievances and Discipline Employee Relations Teaching and learning strategy
Allocation of study hours to activities (including pre-module activities, contact time, private study time and assessment)

The module will use a mix of teaching and learning processes including those detailed below. Students are expected to plan their own study time Lectures: Seminars: Workshops: 20 20 0 Open Learning: Self Study: Total: 20 140 200

Learning support
Including indicative reading, computer packages, field trips etc.

Indicative Reading Latest editions of: Textbooks Buchanan, D. A. & Huczynski, A. A., Organizational Behaviour, Harlow: Pearson Education. Foot, M. & Hook, C. Introducing HRM. Harlow: FT Prentice Hall Additional Resources Armstrong, M. A Handbook of Human Resource Management Practice, London: Kogan Cornelius, N., Human Resource Management A Managerial Perspective. London: Thomson Business Press. Deetz, S. A., Tracy, S. J. and Simpson, J. L. Leading Organizations Through Transition: Communication and Cultural Change. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Handy, C., Understanding Organizations. London: Penguin. Kew, J. & Stedwick, J. Human Resources Management in a Business Context, London: CIPD Krietner, R., Kinicki, A., Buelens, M., Organisational Behaviour. McGraw-Hill. Martin, M. & Whiting, F. & Jackson, T. Human Resource Practice. London: CIPD Mullins, L. J., Management & Organizational Behaviour . Pearson, FT: London.

Journals Academy of Management Review Journal of Management Studies Organisation Studies People Management Personnel Review

Websites

www.cipd.com www.managers.org.com
Assessment tasks
Including weighting of individual tasks

Assessment Individual Assignment on an Organisational Behaviour topic that requires analysis of academic theory (1000 words) (40%)

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A two hour part-seen Exam (60%) This will take the form of a Case Study seen in advance by the students but with unseen questions given in the examination.

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June, 2012 6

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