People and Organisations

Description

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to: Critically analyse key theoretical approaches to the management of change with reference to structure, culture, conflict and managing self Critically examine organisational behaviour in a variety of contexts and develop discussion based on complex scenarios and the changing external environment -Develop, explore and critique human resource management approaches in these contexts with reference to contemporary theory and an understanding of current practice -A conceptual understanding of the core theories in understanding people and their role in organisations

Program

Cardiff Met.

Objectives

• To allow students to develop a critical insight into the factors that influence the behaviour of people within organisations and how such behaviour contributes to organisational effectiveness. To provide a critical appreciation of the diversity of HRM issues and the primary role and key functions of HR with reference to relevant theoretical models and concepts of HRM. To pay particular attention to organisation structure, culture, conflict and the management of change and will engage in an exploration the role of the human resource manager and their associated tasks in this broad organisational context. To examine the relationships beyond the organisation and wider environmental and economic factors that can affect the development of an enterprise. To provide students with the opportunity to develop effective planning, analytical and problem solving skills.