MGMT71-104: Managing People

Description

The Managing People subject provides an introduction to the field of organisational behaviour. The subject emphasises understanding, predicting, and influencing behaviour in organisations using insights gained from theory, empirical research, and sharing of practical experience. The facet that differentiates this subject from traditional organisational behaviour modules is the focus on self-assessment, self-insight, self-management and leadership. Topics discussed include: Work group dynamics and team decision making;  Individual differences; Understanding how perceptions and attitudes affect behaviour at work; Motivation; Current models of motivation and job design; Conflict management and resolution; Leadership effectiveness; Organisational and national culture effects on individual and organisational behaviour. Methods used throughout the semester include lecture and readings, experiential exercises, self-assessment instruments, written and verbal assignments, video critiques, case discussions, and group discourse.

Subject details

Type: Postgraduate Subject
Code: MGMT71-104
EFTSL: 0.125
Faculty: Bond Business School
Semesters offered:
  • January 2022 [Non-Standard Offering]
  • May 2022 [Standard Offering]
  • September 2022 [Non-Standard Offering]
  • January 2023 [Non-Standard Offering]
Credit: 10
Study areas:
  • Business, Commerce, and Entrepreneurship
Subject fees:
  • Commencing in 2021: $5,250.00
  • Commencing in 2022: $5,310.00
  • Commencing in 2023: $5,450.00
  • Commencing in 2021: $5,710.00
  • Commencing in 2022: $5,710.00
  • Commencing in 2023: $5,860.00

Learning objectives

1. Demonstrate knowledge of individual differences (e.g., values, personality, attitudes & perceptions) to anticipate, recognise and resolve interpersonal issues. 2. Apply knowledge of perception, decision-making and conflict models to implement ethical and effective approaches for individual and group decisions. 3. Apply theories of motivation to analyse situations and implement actions to maximize individual and collective outcomes. 4. Apply knowledge of leadership principles and group processes to analyse and evaluate group dynamics to improve individual and collective performance. 5. Apply the social, structural and other cultural and contextual factors of organisations to understand and anticipate the behaviour of organisational members. 6. Demonstrate the ability to critically reflect on and learn from personal experience to enable continued development.

Enrolment requirements

Requisites:

Nil
Assumed knowledge:

Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.

Restrictions: This subject is not available to
  • Study Abroad Students

Subject outlines

Subject dates

  • Non-Standard Offering
    Enrolment opens: 14/11/2021
    Semester start: 17/01/2022
    Subject start: 07/02/2022
    Cancellation 1: 18/02/2022
    Cancellation 2: 20/02/2022
    Last enrolment: 16/02/2022
    Withdraw - Financial: 28/02/2022
    Withdraw - Academic: 13/03/2022
    Teaching census: 27/02/2022
  • Standard Offering
    Enrolment opens: 22/03/2022
    Semester start: 16/05/2022
    Subject start: 16/05/2022
    Cancellation 1: 30/05/2022
    Cancellation 2: 06/06/2022
    Last enrolment: 29/05/2022
    Withdraw - Financial: 11/06/2022
    Withdraw - Academic: 02/07/2022
    Teaching census: 10/06/2022
  • Non-Standard Offering
    Enrolment opens: 17/07/2022
    Semester start: 03/10/2022
    Subject start: 03/10/2022
    Cancellation 1: 15/10/2022
    Cancellation 2: 18/10/2022
    Last enrolment: 13/10/2022
    Withdraw - Financial: 26/10/2022
    Withdraw - Academic: 10/11/2022
    Teaching census: 25/10/2022
  • Non-Standard Offering
    Enrolment opens: 13/11/2022
    Semester start: 06/02/2023
    Subject start: 06/02/2023
    Cancellation 1: 18/02/2023
    Cancellation 2: 21/02/2023
    Last enrolment: 16/02/2023
    Withdraw - Financial: 01/03/2023
    Withdraw - Academic: 16/03/2023
    Teaching census: 28/02/2023
Non-Standard Offering
Enrolment opens: 14/11/2021
Semester start: 17/01/2022
Subject start: 07/02/2022
Cancellation 1: 18/02/2022
Cancellation 2: 20/02/2022
Last enrolment: 16/02/2022
Withdraw - Financial: 28/02/2022
Withdraw - Academic: 13/03/2022
Teaching census: 27/02/2022