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Leadership and Organizational Behavior – BUS 520 Student Course Guide Prerequisite: None Strayer Technical Support 1-877-642-2999

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL - Required Hellriegel, D., & Slocum, J. W., Jr. (2011). Organizational behavior: 2011 custom edition (13th ed.). Mason, OH: South-Western Cengage Learning. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL - Supporting The following resources provide additional background and supporting information for this course. There is no need to purchase these items for the course. Brenner, M. (2009). Group dynamics can enhance leadership development. HRMagazine, 52(12), 22. HRMagazine (2008). Effective organization communication: A competitive advantage. HRMagazine, 53(12), p. 1-9. Mirza, B. (2009). Rethinking strategies during the recession. HRMagazine, 54(12), 12.

COURSE DESCRIPTION Analyzes the interaction of individual, group, and organizational dynamics that influence human behavior in organizations and determines appropriate management approaches to foster a productive work environment. Examines a variety of theories, models, and strategies used to understand motivation and individual behavior, decision making, the dynamics of groups, work teams, communication, leadership, power and politics, conflict resolution, work design, organizational structure and culture, and managing change. Provides a conceptual base for managers to interpret, assess, and influence human behavior in an organization. COURSE OUTCOMES Upon the successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Analyze the relationship between the basic organizational behavior model of individual, group, and organizational processes and the effectiveness (productivity) of an organization. 2. Examine the process by which ethical decisions are made within organizations. 3. Analyze individual differences, personality traits, and perspectives and how each impacts the effectiveness (productivity) of an organization. 4. Analyze the key factors that contribute to... [continues]

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