MGMT641 Organisational Behaviour and Dynamics

 On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to: 1. critically evaluate organisational theory, design, and structure from local and international perspectives; (GA 4, 5, 6) 2. analyse and model individual and group behaviours in organisational contexts, demonstrating an understanding of current theories in organisational dynamics from local and international perspectives; (GA 1, 4, 5, 6) 3. analyse organisational dynamics with regard to corporate culture, decision making, communication, conflict management and organisational change; (GA 4, 5, 6) 4. demonstrate an understanding of the association between contemporary organisational theories, change practices, change management and respect for the dignity of each individual and for human diversity; (GA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6) 5. evaluate and explain the ethical and social justice implications of organisational dynamic processes on individual and group behaviour, and the implications for the environment and society. (GA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6) GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES Each unit in your course contributes in some way to the development of the ACU Graduate Attributes which you should demonstrate by the time you complete your course. You can view the ACU Graduate Attributes for all courses at http://www.acu.edu.au/204356. All Australian universities have their expected Graduate Attributes – ACU’s Graduate Attributes have a greater emphasis on ethical behaviour and community responsibility than those of many other universities. All of your units will enable you to develop some attributes. On successful completion of this unit, you should have developed your ability to:  GA1 demonstrate respect for the dignity of each individual and for human diversity  GA2 recognise your responsibility to the common good, the environment and society  GA3 apply ethical perspectives in informed decision making  GA4 think critically and reflectively  GA5 demonstrate values, knowledge, skills and attitudes appropriate to the discipline and/or profession  GA6 solve problems in a variety of settings taking local and international perspectives into account CONTENT  Topics will include: • Evolution of organisational theory and behaviour • Individual and group behaviours: the diversity and dignity of individuals • Organisational philosophy and corporate culture • Designing Organisational Structure: Authority and Control; Specialisation and Coordination. • Ethical decision making: understanding our responsibility to individuals, society and the organisation • Power and politics • Organisational communication • Conflict management • Theories of organisational dynamics • Managing change in organisations within the global context • Innovation, Intra-preneurship and creativity Managerial ethics, diversity, and organisational change • Emerging issues in organisational dynamics and behaviour QUALITY ASSURANCE AND STUDENT FEEDBACK This unit has been evaluated through the ‘Student Evaluation of Learning and Teaching’ (SELT) online surveys. Students have evaluated the unit highly and so no change has been made since the last delivery. SELT surveys are usually conducted at the end of the teaching period. Your practical and constructive feedback is valuable to improve the quality of the unit. Please ensure you complete the SELT survey for the unit. You can also provide feedback at other times to the unit lecturers, course coordinators and/or through student representatives