Study the interaction between individuals and groups in organizations; how to predict and understand events; the influence of values, attitudes, personality, and emotion on individual behaviour; and the implications of specific behaviours on the organization. Topics include communication and motivation, team dynamics, leadership, the role of politics and power, conflict and negotiation, organizational culture, and change management.
MGMT115
Organizational Behaviour
Schedule clarification: Online courses begin on the first date listed and end six days after the last date listed. The interim dates/times are not your actual online class times.
What will I learn?
After completing this course, you should be able to do the following:
- Better predict and understand events that occur within an organization
- Challenge and refine personal "theories of reality”
- Have a more positive and dramatic effect on an organization
- Demonstrate an understanding of the effects of organizational culture and change
- Assess problems in the context of people in business, and present summaries of symptoms, probable causes, and recommendations
- Explain the foundations of employee motivation
How will I learn?
You may take this course in the classroom or online. Classes may consist of a combination of lectures, discussions, workshops, case studies, examinations, projects, papers, assignments and/or group presentations.
Whether you're studying in class or online, prepare to spend six to ten hours per week on coursework. You can expect reading and other assignments on a weekly basis.
Online students: You do not have to be online at specific times, other than for examinations, but you will need to be online regularly. You should plan to access the course at least once every few days to keep up with your work and group assignments.
How will I be evaluated?
If you're taking a classroom course:
- Assignments (individual and group)
- Examinations
- Participation/Attendance
If you're taking an online course:
- Assignments (individual and group)
- Participation in online discussions
- Weekly quizzes and exercises
- Examinations
Textbooks and learning materials
Course fees do not include textbooks or other materials, which you may purchase from the SFU Bookstore. We recommend you purchase your textbooks as soon as you've registered. The quantities are limited at the bookstore.
If you're taking a classroom course:
McShane, S.L., Steen, S.L., & Tasa, K. Canadian Organizational Behaviour (10th ed.). McGraw-Hill Ryerson Limited (2018). ISBN: 9781260193787.
If you're taking an online course:
McShane, S.L., Steen, S.L., & Tasa, K. Canadian Organizational Behaviour (10th ed.). McGraw-Hill Ryerson Limited (2018). ISBN: 9781260193787.
You will access other course materials using SFU's online course management system, Canvas. You will receive course details and Canvas access instructions on the first day of the course. You can check if your browser is compatible with Canvas here.
New to online learning? See Online Programs and Courses for helpful videos and additional information.
Professional development credits
This course may meet the requirements for the following designation(s):
- Qualified Administrative Assistant (QAA)
- Certified in Management (CIM)
- Certified Payroll Manager Program - Certified Payroll Manager Certification (CPM)
- General Business Studies Program (GSP) Fellow of the Credit Union Institute of Canada (FCUIC)
- Management Studies Program (MSP) Associate of the Credit Union Institute of Canada (ACUIC)
- Associate of the Institute of Canadian Bankers (AICB)
- Supply Chain Management Professional
- Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR)
English language requirements
To succeed in our programs and courses, you will need an advanced level of written and spoken English. If you are unsure whether your English language skills are sufficient, we recommend you complete the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum overall band score of 6.5 (unless otherwise noted). If you have questions or concerns about your English language proficiency, we encourage you to contact your local IELTS Test Centre.
