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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Psychology in Organisations
Module Code	HR101
School	DCUBS
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Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Yseult Freeney Semester 2: Yseult Freeney
Module Teacher	Janine Bosak
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The purpose of this module is to provide students with a firm basic understanding of human behaviour in organisations. In this module students will develop knowledge about (i) individual behavior in the work setting, (ii) group processes and (iii) how these may impact on organisational effectiveness. The module enables students to analyse human behaviour in organisations and to identify solutions to organisational problems. Students are expected to attend lectures/tutorials, prepare for and contribute to class discussions.

Learning Outcomes

1. Explain the importance of an understanding of organisational behaviour
2. Discuss the various organisational behaviour models, theories and approaches
3. Discuss the social psychological influences on employees and work settings
4. Apply organisational behaviour theories, concepts and methods in various contexts

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	22	Weekly Lecture
Tutorial	3	Tutorial with Teaching Assistant
Independent learning	60	Reading
Examination	40	Preparation for assignments and the final exam.
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Introduction to Organisational Behaviour.
This section introduces the students to the field of organisational behaviour. It outlines the history of the field, gives an overview of the relevant topics in the field, and explains the importance of an understanding of human behavior in the workplace..

Individual Behaviour in Organisations.
This section looks at important topics in relation to individual behaviour in work settings. Theories and empirical findings on motivation, individual differences, learning, and perception will be covered. Exercises in the lectures and tutorials will place the students in the position of decision-making and problem-solving manager, inviting the students to apply the theories in the field..

Group Dynamics in Organisations.
Group formation, group structure and individual behaviour in groups will be explained to the students and its relevance with respect to organisational performance outlined..

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	30%	Examination Weight	70%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
In Class Test	The continuous assessment element of this module comprises of an in class test. The test will include a combination of thirty short answer and multiple choice questions. This assessment will require an understanding of the basic principles of organisational psychology and knowledge of the various theories and models explored in the first half of the course.	30%	Week 8

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List