Unit Content
Outcomes
- Critically analyse contemporary theories and evidence concerning individual, group, and organisational behaviour.
- Evaluate the influence of individual differences, perception, motivation and workplace experiences on employee behaviour, wellbeing and performance.
- Appraise group and organisational dynamics, including teams, culture, power, conflict and psychological safety, with consideration of Christian perspectives on human dignity, relationships and responsibility.
- Analyse and synthesise organisational evidence to diagnose people-related challenges and their implications for individuals, teams and organisations.
- Formulate and justify evidence-informed and ethically responsible recommendations that promote employee wellbeing, human dignity and sustainable organisational effectiveness.
Subject Content
- Christian Perspectives on Work, Human Dignity and Organisational Life
- Organisational Behaviour: Foundations and Contemporary Perspectives
- Evidence-Based Management and the Psychology of Work
- Individual Differences, Personality and Values at Work
- Perception, Cognition, Emotions and Workplace Decision-Making
- Motivation, Engagement and Meaningful Work
- Workplace Wellbeing, Stress, Burnout and Resilience
- Psychological Safety, Trust and Employee Voice
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- Managing Work Psychology across the Employee Lifecycle
- Interpersonal Relationships and Workplace Dynamics
- Conflict, Conflict Resolution and Difficult Conversations
- Negotiation, Mediation and Constructive Problem-Solving
- Power, Influence and Organisational Politics
- Workplace Behaviour, Bullying and Counterproductive Behaviour
- Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Workplace Identity
- Contemporary Issues in Organisational Behaviour: Technology, AI, Hybrid Work and the Changing Psychology of Work
- Positive Organisational Behaviour and Human Flourishing
This course may be offered in the following formats
- Face to face on site
- E-learning (online)
- Intensive (provide details)
Please check the timetable to see when this subject will next be offered at Alphacrucis University College.
Assessment Methods
- Workplace Behaviour Analysis (1,500 words) (25%)
- People and Teams Case Analysis (2,000 words) (35%)
- Organisational Behaviour Consultancy Report + Viva Voce (2,000 words + 10-minute viva) (40%)
Prescribed Text
Buchanan, D. A., & Huczynski, A. A. (2024). Organizational behaviour (11th ed.). Pearson
Check with the instructor each semester before purchasing any prescribed texts or representative references
