Organizational Behaviour
EX 1111 is offered this spring:
Explores the theory and practice of the organization in three major parts: the organizational environment, the organizational structure, and the behaviour of groups and individuals within the organization. Topics include the social role of managers, organizational structure, individual perception, motivation, decision-making and leadership, communication, teamwork and stress in the work place.
Course at a glance
- Fully online course, accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- Learn through lectures and lively discussions, as you broaden your network and apply the course content to the context of your own work or organization and explore its implications for your professional practice.
- Aimed at beginning to mid-career individuals interested in acquiring new workplace skills, this course will also benefit prospective or aspiring managers ready to take the next step in their careers.
What you will learn
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Understand how individual, group and organization behaviours interact and impact each other; and how these three levels impact the organization and its success.
- Evaluate the various OB theories in the context of your own organization and experience with supervisors, peers and staff.
- Interpret the theories explored and apply them in your workplace.
- Question and debate the theory to judge its application in certain situations and workplace environments.
Offered:
Take note:
- This is a graded course; assessment activities may include exams, projects, presentations, journals, or research papers.
- Refer to the course syllabus for details on activities and assignments.
- A textbook is required for this course; further information will be provided in the course syllabus.
- Additional learning materials are provided through eClass at no additional cost.
Apr 2, 2024Jun 9, 2024
Asynchronous online learning, eClass
39 hours of instruction
In asynchronous online courses, students are expected to move through the course material at the same pace as their peers, but there are no real-time virtual classroom sessions to attend. All components of this type of course are accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool. format details
Your Instructor
Patrick HartlingID: patrick-hartling
Patrick Hartling (LL.B, B.Comm, M.PA) has over 30 years of experience as a leader in HR, Organizational Leadership, and adult education. Currently at the helm of SPL (Strategy, People and Leadership) Development Services Incorporated, he has led HR departments and services in the public, health, and service sectors, developing strategic and aligned HR services, systems, and practices. Patrick has both chaired and presented at HR conferences in Ottawa and in the Maritimes and has been invited on several occasions to the International Thoughts Leaders Conference.
Textbook
Required
LANGTON
Organizational Behaviour Etext
9th edition
ISBN 9780137844494
Class info
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This is an asynchronous online class.
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39 course hours in total
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Cost assistance: may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, the Canada Training Benefit, and the Skilled Immigrant Micro-Loan.
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Please be advised that some of our courses fill quickly, early registration is encouraged to secure your spot. See our refunds, withdrawals & transfers policies for detailed information.
This course has no prerequisites
Students from all educational backgrounds welcome. You can register for this course without applying and enrolling in a program.
Take note:
- This is a graded course; assessment activities may include exams, projects, presentations, journals, or research papers.
- Refer to the course syllabus for details on activities and assignments.
- A textbook is required for this course; further information will be provided in the course syllabus.
- Additional learning materials are provided through eClass at no additional cost.
Currently counts towards:
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└ core course
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└ core course
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└ core course
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└39-hour elective course
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└ elective course
Applicants intending to enrol in a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements since they are prone to change.
*If you are already enroled in this program, please refer to your specific program requirements as outlined at the time of your admission: Bear Tracks > Academic Advisement.
Looking for different course dates?
New course schedules are released each June and November.