Program Overview

Introduction to Management and Organisation

Course Overview

The Introduction to Management and Organisation course explores key concepts around motivating and organising employees within the workplace, considering the importance of the external business environment. The impact of internal and external factors on organisations is examined from both practical and theoretical perspectives.

Learning and Teaching

The course is taught through a mix of lectures, small group work, and case study work in class. The lecture programme includes:

• Week 1: Key management concepts
• Week 2: Motivation within the workplace
• Week 3: Flexible firms
• Week 4: Micro and Macro analysis
• Week 5: Business Environments (1)
• Week 6: Business Environments (2)
• Saturday School: Assessment workshop and study skills

Coursework and Assessment

The assessment for this course comprises a Problem Scenario Written Assignment. To award credits, evidence of the knowledge and skills gained or improved is required. This may include class tests, assignments, a course journal, or a portfolio. The assessments are designed to be flexible and enjoyable, suitable for adults with busy lives.

Reading Suggestions

Recommended texts include:

• Buchanan, D. and Huczynski, A. (2017) Organizational Behaviour Prentice Hall (Ninth edition)
• Mullins, L. (2016) Management and Organizational Behaviour Harlow: Prentice Hall (Eleventh edition)
• Wetherley, P. and Otter, D. (2014) The business environment themes and issues in a globalizing world (Third edition)

Library and Computing Facilities

Students on this course are entitled to join and use the University's library and computing facilities.

Accessibility

The University aims to provide a confidential advice and support service for any student with a long-term medical condition, disability, or specific learning difficulty. Support includes one-to-one advice, pre-enrolment visits, liaison with tutors, material in alternative formats, and arrangements for accessible courses.

Part-time Courses for Adults

The University offers a range of part-time courses in humanities, languages, business, computing, politics and law, science and environment, and social studies.