Lectures; problem-solving exercises - student will work as part of a team and will work together to resolve various business psychology scenarios.
Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which will develop their analytical and communication skills.
E-Learning - This module will be supported with on-line learning materials.
Self-Directed Independent Learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim:
The aim of this module is to expand students knowledge to the area of psychology as it is applied to a business context.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Analyse the nature and function of groups and describe how group conformity and power can occur the workplace
LO2
Evaluate organisational behavior and the role diversity and culture play in an organisational setting
LO3
Assess the impact both domestic and global societies have in the business environment
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
1. Introduction to Groups
Definition; reasons for joining a group; categorising groups; group structure; stages of group development; group conformity; group influence on members. -
2. Organisational Behaviour
Definition of organisational behaviour; identify business culture, diversity in the workplace, management v leadership .
3. Business Environment
Business and the environment, role of business in society, society's influence on business, globalisation
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation
Students will be asked to work in groups and make a presentation assessing groups, and the role of group power
1
50.00
Week 6
Written Report
Students will be asked to write report on the topic of OB and the business environment
2,3
50.00
Sem 1 End
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment