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Managers and Organisations - CB302
| Location | Term | Level | Credits (ECTS) | Convenor | 2013-14 | 2014-15 | 2015-16 |
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| Canterbury | Autumn |
Certificate
Certificate level module usually taken in the first stage of a degree
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15 (7.5) | Ali Ms F |
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The information below applies to the 2013-14 session
Synopsis
This module introduces students to theories of management, beginning with classical management systems through to contemporary management concepts. It will illustrate the continuities and transformations in management thinking and practice throughout the 20th and 21st century. Lecture topics will include the following: Scientific Management; Human Relations School; Bureaucracy; Bureaucratic Organizations; Contingency Approach; Group and teams; Motivation; Power and authority; and Managing diversity.
Details
This module appears in:
Restrictions
CANNOT BE TAKEN WITH CB312
Contact hours
11 lectures, 10 seminars
Method of assessment
60% Exam, 40% Coursework
Preliminary reading
- Clegg, S. Kornberger, M. and Pitsis, T. 2011: Managing and Organizations: An Introduction to Theory and Practice. (3rd Edition) London: Sage - CORE TEXTBOOK
- Kramer, R. & Syed, J. (Eds) (2012). Human Resource Management in a Global Context: a critical approach. Basingstoke: Palgrave MacMillan
- LJ Mullins (2007) Management and Organisational Behaviour, (8th ed.) Financial Times, Prentice-Hall
Learning outcomes
- Understand the key concepts and theories of organisational behaviour and management, including their historical development
- Understand the key elements and operation of organisations and the process of management
- Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of various organisational theories
- Apply these theories to practical issues associated with the management of people and organisations
- Discuss ideas relating to management and organisational behaviour, both orally and in writing.
Pre-requisites
No pre-requisites