BA 285 Organizational Behavior
An analysis of the behavior of humans as actors in a variety or organizational contexts and cultures, including group, inter-group and individual behavior. A cross cultural perspective of organizational behavior is also examined, including the concepts of time-management, work ethic, teamwork, and verbal and non-verbal communication.
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AAS Human Relations,
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Describe why managers and entrepreneurs require a knowledge of organizational behavior. Describe characteristics of culture and resulting behavioral tendencies (especially as related to communication, teamwork and leadership, and conflict resolution). Explain the foundations of individual behavior in diverse organizational and cultural settings. Explain the foundations of group behavior in diverse organizational and cultural settings. Discuss inter-group behavior. Identify the rules of organizational design. Describe organizational culture.