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: This course begins on the first date listed and ends six days after the last date listed. Between those times, you work at your own pace within the timelines set by the instructor.
What will I learn?
After completing this course, you should be able to do the following:
- Develop an understanding of organizational behaviour issues within an organization
- Appraise organizational behaviour at the individual and group level within the context of Canadian business
- Evaluate team dynamics and communication strategies within an organization
- Assess mitigation approaches toward organizational conflict
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. We recommend you purchase your textbook as soon as you've registered:
McShane, S.L., Steen, S.L., & Tasa, K. Canadian Organizational Behaviour (10th ed.). McGraw-Hill Ryerson Limited (2018). ISBN: 9781260193787. An ebook is available through the publisher, McGraw-Hill.
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 About Online Learning 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)
