BUS221 ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR AND SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
| Course Code: | 3530221 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 6.0 |
| Department: | Business Administration |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Lecturer Dr. BURÇAK ÖZOĞLU |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Goal: Demonstrate competency in and across business disciplines.
Objective: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of organizational behavior.
Objective: Demonstrate proficiency in linking theories of organizational behavior with a full range of managerial implications.
Goal: Be challenged to make managerial decisions and develop appreciation for potential outcomes of those decisions.
Objective: Create a fictional business and then guide the development of that business through a series of managerial decision points. Possess effective communication skills.
Goal: Possess effective communication skills
Objective: Write business documents clearly, concisely, and analytically.
Objective: Be comfortable speaking to large and small groups.
Course Content
The human element is a fundamental component of management. This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and research in social psychology and human behavior. Particular attention is given to human behavior in large and complex organizations and the impact of organizations on human interrelationships. The course thus focuses on how social factors influence individual behavior. Topics include basic research methods, causes and effects of biases, attribution, happiness, depression, individualism, collectivism, conformity, gender, corruption, communitarianism, persuasion, groups and productivity, diversity and prejudice, conflict. Skills and strategies in organizational development and change, such as leadership, influence and control systems, group dynamics, and personal/organizational goals. The implications for managers in these areas are a major focus for this course.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students completing this course will be able to:
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Develop a clear understanding of organizational behavior concepts
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Recognise the behavioural aspects of the individual within the work organizations
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Identify and discuss the way to create and maintain work motivation
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Distinguish the essence of leaders and leadership in work organisations
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Appraise effective communication within the organisations
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Differentiate between individual, group and team behaviours within the organisations.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | They attain advanced level of knowledge in the functional areas of business administration such as strategic management, marketing, accounting, finance, organization management, human resources, and operations management. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | They are capable of identifying and analyzing legal, environmental and social factors, which influence the basic functional areas of the business administration. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | They understand and implement rational, systematic and scientific approaches effectively in problem solving and decision-making processes. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | They are capable of applying, analyzing, synthesizing and evaluating the knowledge they have in diverse fields efficiently. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | They are capable of transferring information by using efficient verbal and written communication techniques. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | They are capable of performing professional communication effectively also in English. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | They know the methods of performing efficient teamwork. | ✔ | |||
| 8 | They are capable of following the contemporary techniques, scientific and technological developments in their fields and are able to conduct research and studies in order to develop their business administration related knowledge, skills, and competences. | ✔ | |||
| 9 | They are knowledgeable in the areas of professional ethics and responsibility. | ✔ | |||
| 10 | They are capable of utilizing their knowledge and skills efficiently in global and multicultural contexts. | ✔ | |||
| 11 | They are knowledgeable in the issues of environment, social responsibility, social justice, quality and cultural values. | ✔ | |||
| 12 | They have a creative, innovative and critical perspective. | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution