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An Introduction to Organisational Behaviour

How to Understand Your People

Stella XU, Martyn Clayden, and Michele C

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 would suit professionals at all levels in an organisation, across all disciplines. It may be of particular interest to those in leadership or managerial roles - looking to improve business processes by managing organisational behaviour.

Topics Covered

Key approaches and issues in organisational behaviour
Goals of organisational behaviour
Fundamental roles and skills of managers in the 21st century
Manifestations of organisational misbehaviour
Roles of managers in addressing organisational misbehaviour

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Foundational ob for professionals

According to students, this course provides a good overview of organizational behaviour, serving as an excellent introduction. Learners report that the lectures are quite structured, with the lecturer explaining concepts and theories really well. This course is highly recommended for individuals interested in Organizational Behaviour or management, offering practical insights into understanding people within an organizational context.

Recommended for those interested in OB, especially in management roles.

"I highly recommend to people who are interested in OB, or management."

"This course is perfect for anyone seeking to understand organizational dynamics for their career."

"A valuable resource for improving business processes through understanding human behavior."

Provides a strong foundational understanding of organizational behavior.

"This course gives good overview about the organisational behaviour..."

"I found it to be a solid introduction to the core principles of OB."

"It laid a strong groundwork for understanding how people interact within organizations."

Lectures are well-organized and concepts are clearly explained by the instructor.

"...the lectures are quite structured, the lecturer also explains the concepts and theories really well."

"The way the content was presented made complex ideas easy to grasp."

"The instructional approach ensured a clear understanding of the theories discussed."

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Presents a step-by-step framework for leading organizational change. Kotter argues that change process that must be carefully planned and executed, and he provides practical advice on how to overcome the challenges of change. This book classic in the field of organizational change and is essential reading for anyone involved in leading change.

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Organizational Culture and Leadership

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Is considered a foundational text in the field of organizational culture, offering a comprehensive model for understanding and diagnosing culture. It is highly valuable for gaining a broad understanding and is often used as a textbook in academic programs. The latest edition includes updated research and perspectives.

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