Module Details
| Module Code: |
BEHV C4G01 |
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Module Title:
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Organisational Behaviour
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Title:
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Organisational Behaviour
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| Module Level:: |
8 |
| Module Coordinator: |
Eoin Homan
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| Module Author:: |
Christopher OByrne
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| Module Description: |
1) To develop an understanding of how individuals and groups work in organisations
2) To develop and improve the skills required to work with people and projects in work organisations.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Describe various personality and perceptual dimensions that are responsible for individual differences in the workplace. |
| LO2 |
Describe the dynamics of negotiations and prepare for and partake effectively in simple negotiations |
| LO3 |
Describe the characteristics of assertive behaviour and apply standard assertive behaviour techniques. |
| LO4 |
Describe and apply standard decision making and problem solving methods. |
| LO5 |
Describe relevant theories of motivation and identify ways in which managers can motivate individuals in the workplace. |
| LO6 |
Explain the dynamics of groups and teams in an organisational setting and how they can be helped to function effectively in the workplace. |
| LO7 |
Describe the roles of leadership and the different leadership styles in organisations and describe and discuss the role of power and politics in organisations |
| LO8 |
Discuss the principles of ethics in the construction industry and apply appropriate ethical frameworks to help resolve ethical dilemmas. |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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| No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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| Indicative Content |
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Organisation Behaviour
Nature of Managerial work,
Functions of management
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Diversity and individual differences (4 hours)
Aptitude and Ability,
Personality,
Values and Attitudes,
Perception and Attribution,
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Conflict & Negotiation (8 hours)
Negotiations -
Preparation,
The Relationship,
Your mandate,
Assumptions & Expectations,
Reality Check,
Assessment of Neg Power / BATNA,
Zone of Possible Agreement,
Importance of understanding your variables,
Negotiating Styles,
Choosing the right style,
Principles in win-win negotiations,
Principles in Independent Advantage negotiations;
Structure of a Negotiation & Tactics -
Key Negotiation Skills;
Negotiation Games / Role Playing;
Conflict -
Substantive and Emotional Conflict,
Interpersonal, Intergroup & Interorganisational Conflict,
Constructive & Destructive Conflict,
Managing Conflict,
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Assertiveness ( 8 hours)
Definition – Submissive, Assertive, Aggressive,
Understanding our Behaviour,
Right to be listened to,
Assertiveness Key Principles,
Honesty,
Sticking to the bottom line,
Negotiating as an equal,
Key Techniques,
Controlling your feelings,
Standing your ground,
Confronting an issue,
Body Language,
Criticising Assertively,
Controlling your Feelings,
Sticking to the Bottom Line,
Handling Aggression,
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Decision Making & Problem Solving Approaches (8 hours)
Decision making and Problem solving techniques,
Pitfalls in decision making and problem solving
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Motivation (6 hours)
Content Theories;
Process Theories;
Job Satisfaction & Motivation;
Job Design;
Goal Setting;
Reward Systems;
Alternative Work Arrangements
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Groups and Teams ( 4 hours)
Team Development;
Norms, Trust, Cohesiveness;
Social Loafing;
Team Roles – Belbin et al;
Team Decision making;
Meetings;
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Power and Politics in Organisations ( 2 hours)
Position Power vs Personal Power-
Limits of legitimate Power,
Authority and Obedience / Milgram experiments,
Acquiring and using power and influence;
Organisational Politics -
Definitions,
Machiavelli vs Necessary Function view,
Self Protection,
The art of managing up,
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Leadership ( 4 hours)
Definition;
Different forms;
Management vs Leadership;
Role of Followers;
Theories of Leadership - Trait, Behavioural Approach, Situational / Contingency approach, Charismatic Approaches, Transactional and Transformational
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Ethics ( 4 hours)
Moral Standards, Value Judgement, Ethical Principles; CIOB code of Ethics; Resolving Ethical Dilemmas – Paradigm cases
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Project | 50.00% |
| End of Module Formal Examination | 50.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
| End of Module Formal Examination |
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| Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
6.00 |
6 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
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Module Resources
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| This module does not have any book resources |
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| This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| This module does not have any other resources |
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