Available in 2012
| Newcastle City Precinct | Trimester 3 |
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Previously offered in 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004
This course introduces various perspectives relating to organisational effectiveness. It examines the sociological aspects of organisation theory, ranging from classicist to post-modern theory, and applies these theories to the workplace. In particular, the course investigates the impact of size, structure, environment, strategy, technology and culture on organisational effectiveness
Objectives1. Demonstrate familiarity with the concepts and issues in organisational theory and design; 2. Appreciate the practical relevance of the theoretical paradigms of organisation design; 3. Discuss and debate contemporary issues in organisation theory and design; 4. Recognise the range of determinants of organisational effectiveness 5. Apply knowledge of organisational effectiveness and design concepts to organisational case studies 6. Analyse organisations in terms of theories, concepts, design factors and other appropriate considerations | |||
ContentConcepts of organisational effectiveness. Elements of organisational design and structures of design. The impact of organisational size, structure, technology, environment, strategy, culture and history. Contemporary debates and issues in relation to organisational theory. | |||
Replacing Course(s)NA | |||
TransitionNA | |||
Industrial Experience0 | |||
Assumed KnowledgeGSBS6020 Organisational Behaviour or equivalent | |||
Modes of DeliveryExternal Mode Internal Mode | |||
Teaching MethodsCase Study Problem Based Learning Lecture Experience Based Learning | |||
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Contact HoursLecture: for 3 hour(s) per Week for Full Term | |||
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