Objectives and competences

In this course students: 1. Gain the ability to apply their theoretical knowledge in practice in the field of organizational behaviour. 2. Acquire approach to analysis of organizational behaviour. 3. Acquire advanced knowledge of basic theoretical approaches in the field of organizational behaviour.

Content (Syllabus outline)

• The foundations of organizational behavior • The influence of culture on OB • Organizational culture • Motivation in the work settings • Styles of leadership • Work teams • Verbal and nonverbal communication • Approaches to negotiation • Conflict resolution • Stress management • Diversity of employees

Learning and teaching methods

• lectures • role playing • case studies • workshops • team building • videos and films

Intended learning outcomes - knowledge and understanding

Development of knowledge and understanding: Students: 1. Acquire specific knowledge in the field of organizational behaviour. 2. Develop the skills to interpret the gained results in the field of organizational behaviour. 3. Learn how to analyse and synthesise different approaches in the field of organizational behaviour. 4. Are qualified to control and supervise the organizational behaviour. 5. Can demonstrate awareness of wider social and environmental ethical issues in areas of organizational behaviour. Cognitive/Intellectual skills: Students: 1. Understand and apply critical analysis and theory development and their usability in solving real professional problems, with minimum guidance. 2. Can select appropriate techniques for problem solving and are able to evaluate the importance and significance of data. 3. Can identify key aspects of problem from different view points.

Intended learning outcomes - transferable/key skills and other attributes

Key/Transferable skills Students: 1. Further develop skills and expertise in the use of knowledge in a specific working area. 2. Upgrade the ability to apply information technology. 3. Upgrade the ability to work in pairs and groups. 4. Further develop their communication skills in an effective manner to effectively and professionally communicate. Practical skills: Students: 1. Get practical experience in the field of organizational behaviour. 2. Are able to act autonomously with defined guidelines and certain level of supervision.

Readings

Obvezna študijska literatura (Compulsory textbooks): Treven S. (2001) Mednarodno organizacijsko vedenje. Gospodarski vestnik, Ljubljana. Robbins, Judge, Campbell. (2017) Organizational Behaviour, Pearson. ( določena poglavja)

Prerequisits