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Organisations and Behaviour

Aim

The aim of this unit is to give learners an understanding of individual and group behaviour in organisations and to examine current theories and their application in managing behaviour in the workplace.

Learning outcomes and assessment

LO1 Understand the relationship between organisational structure and culture

1.1 compare and contrast different organisational structures and culture

1.2 explain how the relationship between an organisation’s structure and culture can impact on the performance of the business

1.3 discuss the factors which influence individual behaviour at work

LO2 Understand different approaches to management and leadership

2.1 compare the effectiveness of different leadership styles in different organisations

2.2 explain how organisational theory underpins the practice of management

2.3 evaluate the different approaches to management used by different organisations

LO3 Understand ways of using motivational theories in organisations

3.1 discuss the impact that different leadership styles may have on motivation in organisations in periods of change

3.2 compare the application of different motivational theories within the workplace

3.3 evaluate the usefulness of a motivation theory for managers

LO4 Understand mechanisms for developing effective teamwork in organisations

4.1 explain the nature of groups and group behaviour within organisations

4.2 discuss factors that may promote or inhibit the development of effective teamwork in organisations

4.3 evaluate the impact of technology on team functioning within a given organisation.