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Managing People

Connecting Motivation and Performance

Martin Bicknell, Yemisi Bolade-Ogunfodun, Natalya Radko, Anna de Amicis, Sahar Barghouthi, and Olivia K Banya

Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is for entry level managers with no formal management education. You don’t need any knowledge of management theory.

Topics Covered

An introduction to the course
The psychological contract and how these are managed
Job satisfaction
Causes and impacts of stress
Stress management within organisations
Introduction to motivation
Defining motivation
Content theories of motivation
Process theories of motivation
Encouraging motivation in the workplace

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Essential management foundations for new leaders

According to students, this course is a largely positive and solid introduction to people management, especially for entry-level managers. Learners appreciate its clear explanations and well-structured content, which covers key areas like motivation theories, psychological contracts, and stress management. While many found the practical application strong and the instructor's examples relatable, some more experienced learners felt it could offer deeper, more actionable strategies.

Offers practical insights, though some desire deeper strategies.

"I learned how to use practical tools and strategies that I could apply immediately to my work."

"While the theory is covered, I didn't feel it translated well into actionable advice. It was a bit dry at times..."

"The content on motivation was useful, but I felt the course could delve deeper into actual strategies for implementation."

Covers key topics like motivation and stress effectively.

"The course is well-structured and easy to follow. Quizzes reinforced the learning and solidified my understanding."

"The modules on job satisfaction and stress management were particularly insightful and helped me reframe how I approach team dynamics."

"It covers the basics well, especially the different motivation theories, giving a comprehensive overview for beginners."

Instructor delivers complex topics with clarity and relatable examples.

"The instructor's explanations were clear and engaging. I feel much more equipped to manage my team effectively."

"The instructor's examples were very relatable and helped me understand the concepts better."

"I appreciate how the instructor made complex topics accessible for a beginner like me, simplifying them without losing substance."

Provides essential management concepts for new managers.

"This course truly connected the dots between motivation theories and practical application. As a new team lead, I found the concepts... incredibly valuable."

"A solid introduction to managing people... overall, it provided a good foundation for someone without prior management education."

"Absolutely fantastic for anyone new to management. The concepts are broken down into digestible chunks, making complex ideas easy to grasp."

Some found the visual presentation slightly dated.

"Some of the videos felt a bit dated visually, even if the information was still relevant and valuable."

"A good course overall, but I noticed the production quality isn't always top-notch in terms of visual appeal."

"While the content is solid, the presentation style could be modernized to keep learners more engaged."

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Learners who complete Managing People: Connecting Motivation and Performance will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

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We've selected 50 books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Managing People: Connecting Motivation and Performance.

Self-Determination Theory

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Authored by the pioneers of Self-Determination Theory, this book offers a deep dive into the theoretical underpinnings of intrinsic motivation and the satisfaction of basic psychological needs (autonomy, competence, relatedness). It's a crucial resource for graduate students and professionals seeking a comprehensive understanding of this influential theory. It serves as a key reference for researchers in the field.

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