SOCS2100

Organisational Management and Social Behaviour

Faculty of Education and Arts School of Humanities and Social Science

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2013

Callaghan Campus	Semester 1
Ourimbah	Semester 1

Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006

This course is a prescribed course for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Science. It is also open to other students as an elective.

This course draws on the field of organisational sociology for students to develop the managerial and administrative knowledge and values needed to effectively coordinate programs in government, private sector, non-government organisations (NGOs), and community organisations. The course also examines social behaviour in the workplace through the study of leadership styles, teamwork and group processes, work organisation and management practices.

Objectives

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the range of debates and theories relevant to the study of organisational management and social behaviour.
2. Critically appraise and discuss the relevant literature.
3. Communicate understanding of organisational theories and debates in written and oral forms.
4.Demonstrate understanding of leadership styles, teamwork and group processes in an organisational context.

Content

Course content will be drawn from a selection of the following topics: managerial theories and organisational structures; strategic planning and performance management; negotiation, consultation, networking and ethical practice; leadership styles and managing change; organisational culture; formal and informal power relations in organisations; employee relations; EEO, OHS and environmental policies; developing and managing teams.

Replacing Course(s)

Not applicable.

Transition

Not applicable.

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

40 units of study at 1000 level.

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Lecture
Tutorial

Assessment Items

Essays / Written Assignments	Major Essay; 1500 words; 30%; (course objectives 1, 2 & 3)
Examination: Formal	Equivalent to 1500 words; 30%. (course objective 1)
Group/tutorial participation and contribution	15%. Oral response to five of the weekly tutorial questions. (course objectives 2 & 3)
Reports	Career Report: 500 words, 10% (course objectives 1, 3 & 4)
Reports	Organisation Report: 10 minute class presentation plus 750 word report; 15%. (course objectives 1, 3 & 4)

Contact Hours

Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Timetables