This unit (APP2024) of study extends students' theoretical understanding and skill development in areas relevant to working within an organisational setting. Students will have the opportunity to critically examine theory relating to group dynamics and processes and reflect on the applicability of these theoretical concepts when completing group activities and assignments. Other topics that will be examined in this unit include cooperation and conflict, implementing change, power dynamics, and the organisational contextualisation of decision-making processes.
Unit details
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Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
APP2024
Prerequisites
APP1015 - Organisational Skills 1
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Reflect on intra and inter-group processes including communication, decision-making, conflict and co-operation and the use and abuse of power; | ||
| 2. | Review the process of organisational change, resistance to change and effective organisational development interventions; | ||
| 3. | Work collaboratively in demonstrating group project skills and critically reflect on group member performance; and | ||
| 4. | Critique the real world applicability of group process and organisational behaviour research. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Group presentation on volunteering at an organisation (20 minutes) and A4 flyer | 30% |
| Journal | Reflective journal on group presentation and seminars (Two parts, 800 words in total) | 20% |
| Report | Report on organisational skills topic that includes gaining an employee's perspective on the topic. (Two parts,1800 words in total) | 50% |
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