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

Module Title	Organisational Theory
Module Code	MT5115
School	DCUBS
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Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: terry obrien Semester 2: terry obrien Autumn: terry obrien
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

This module will explore and evaluate common theories and frameworks used to help understand the complexities of the structure and functions of modern organisations. In particular, the course will explore key tensions at three different levels: Macro Perspectives explores strategy, external and internal analysis, as well as the values and purpose of organisations, Micro Perspectives explores culture and change, leadership, people management and the structuring of organisations and Critical Perspectives: explores strategy as a discourse and the ideology of management

Learning Outcomes

1. Achieve a broad understanding of key theories and concepts in organisation theory
2. Evaluate the strengths and limitations of the various theoretical frameworks and models
3. Develop an appreciation of the relationship between the theory and practice of organisations
4. Develop a critical perspective on management and organisations

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	24	No Description
Independent learning time	36	Lecture preparation
Group work	40	Project research and analysis
Group work	25	Preparing for presentation
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 AND OVERVIEW: THEORISING ORGANISATIONS AND ORGANISING THEORY.
ANALYSING THE EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT: IN CONTROL, UNDER CONTROL, OUT OF CONTROL?.

CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES ON STRATEGY: WHY AND FOR WHOM?.
MANAGERIAL IDEOLOGY: THE DEEPER UNDERCURRENT?.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Group assignment	Analysis of organization applying key frameworks and tools	75%	Sem 2 End
Presentation	Group presentation of company analysis	25%	Sem 2 End

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

Daft, R: 2010, Understanding the Theory and Design of Organisations, Cengage Learning,
Cunningham, J and Harney, B.: 2012, Strategy and Strategists, Oxford University Press,

Other Resources

None

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Programme or List of Programmes

MSP

MSc in Strategic Procurement

PBSSA

PG Exchange(Business School)

PBSSAO

PG Study Abroad(Business School)

Timetable this semester: Timetable for MT5115

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