Leadership and Organizational Behav

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The course examines leadership and human behavior within organizations through the perspective of the individuals, through formal and informal groups, and through organization-wide processes. Theories developed by Maslow, McGregor, Herzberg, McClelland and others will be explored along with how they can be applied in the current business environment. Topics such as leadership, intergroup behavior, perception, communication, decision making, and the influence of the environment will be examined in the course. Case studies and experiential exercises are utilized extensively throughout the course. Prerequisites: PSY 160