Advance Program in Management and Organisational behaviour

based on the study plan you’ve provided, here’s a structured approach to understanding Organizational Behavior (OB) and its relevance to management within an organizational context. This plan is designed to guide you through the key concepts, theories, and practical applications of OB.

Part 1: The Foundations of Organizational Behavior

1. Introduction to Organizational Behavior
   • Get to know your instructor and the course structure.
   • Understand what OB is and its importance in organizations.
2. The Organizational Settings
   • 1.1-1.7: Study the interrelated influences on behavior, realities of OB, external influences, work ethics, psychological contract, globalization, and the international context.
3. Cultural Dimensions
   • 2.1-2.7: Explore Hofstede’s contributions to understanding cultural dimensions and the impact of culture on behavior in organizations.
4. Cultural Diversity
   • 3.1-3.7: Understand Trompenaars’ work on cultural diversity and its significance in management.
5. Approaches to Organization and Management
   • 4.1-4.10: Analyze the evolution of management theories, from scientific management to action theory, including evaluating bureaucracy and understanding the contingency approach and decision-making processes.
6. The Organizational Environment
   • 5.1-5.7: Classify organizations, understand the differences between private and public sectors, analyze work organization, its subsystems, conflicts, and the future of work.
7. The Individual in Organization
   • 6.1-6.9: Recognize individuality, study personality theories, emotional intelligence, attitudes, diversity, and its business implications.
8. Learning and Development
   • 7.1-7.9: Learn about different learning styles, the role of knowledge management, talent management, creativity, mentoring, and coaching within organizations.
9. Perception and Communication
   • 8.1-8.2: Understand perception, its importance in OB, and the perceptual process.
10. Work Motivation and Job Satisfaction
    • 10.1-10.13: Explore motivation theories including Maslow, Alderfer, Nohria, Herzberg, McCelland, Vroom, equity theory, goal theory, and their implications for managers.
11. Motivation and Job Satisfaction (Continued)
    • 11.4-11.15: Study group behavior, leadership, and motivation, including the impact on job satisfaction and individual behaviors.
12. Leadership in Organization
    • 12.1-12.3: Analyze different leadership strategies and styles, and their effectiveness within organizations.
13. Understanding Management
    • 13.1-13.5: Examine management at corporate and business levels, structure, strategy, decision-making processes, technology’s role, and its impact on OB.

Part 2: Application and Integration

Throughout the study of these areas, it’s crucial to integrate knowledge by applying concepts to real-world scenarios, reflecting on personal experiences, and discussing with peers and colleagues. Additionally, engaging with case studies, simulations, and projects can deepen understanding and practical application of OB principles in management.

Part 3: Assignments

To consolidate your learning, complete assignments that require critical thinking, analysis, and the application of concepts covered in each section. These assignments could include:

• Case studies analysis
• Group projects
• Reflective journals on personal experiences with organizational behavior
• Presentations on leadership styles and their effectiveness
• Research papers on specific OB topics or current trends in management

By following this structured approach, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of Organizational Behavior and its application within management, preparing you to analyze and influence organizational dynamics effectively.