Organizational Behavior. 3 credits, 3 contact hours

Catalog description

Restrictions: Junior or Senior standing. Organizational behavior (OB) is about how individuals and groups act within organizations and how these actions impact organizational performance. The main objective is to enhance organizational effectiveness. Topics covered include individual characteristics, motivation, reactions to the work experience, group and team dynamics, organizational structure, organizational culture, organizational power and politics, leadership and organizational change. Throughout, where relevant, reference is made to OB in the context of trends and evolving practices in business particularly in relation to technology-based innovation.