Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SAYA-0034
Organization's ID:
BUS209
Organization:
Saylor Academy
Location:
Online
Length:
Self-Paced (60 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 organizational behavior
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to cover five major organizational behavior areas including managing individuals, managing groups, power and politics, conflict management, and organizational change. Before delving into more rigorous materials, it is important to understand what an organization is and the history of organizational behavior as a discipline. In taking this into consideration, this course will begin with a look at the basics of an organization.

Learning Outcomes:

  • define organizational behavior at three levels within organizations
  • the individual, the group, and the organization as a whole
  • define basic organizational behavior principles
  • identify how diversity and globalization affect behavior in the workplace
  • explain how environments, attitudes, and perception influence behavior in organizations
  • identify effects of motivation as a means for improving work performance and organizational effectiveness
  • recognize elements of group behavior including identity, group dynamics, and communication, and how these affect workplace productivity
  • demonstrate an understanding of the dynamics of teams and their impact on organizational success
  • recognize various leadership approaches and the impact of power and politics in organizations
  • explain how to effectively manage conflict and to resolve conflict with others
  • identify characteristics of organizational structure and the impact of different structures on workplace behavior
  • explain how organizational culture builds a meaningful work environment

General Topics:

  • Organizations in business
  • Managing individuals
  • Managing groups
  • Leveraging power
  • Conflict management and negotiations
  • Managing change
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Computer Based Training
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • proctored final exam

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials