Module ASB-2104:
Princ.of Organisation & Mgmt

Module Facts

Run by Bangor Business School

10 Credits or 5 ECTS Credits

Semester 1

Organiser: Dr Azhdar Karami

Overall aims and purpose

Encourage critical thinking to heighten understanding of the complex contextual factors associated with managing in contemporary organisations in reality. Provide a basis for understanding the complex and interrelated factors associated with organizing and managing in contemporary organizations.

Course content

Introduction to management and organisations; The 'big picture' external environmental context, PESTLE framework; Organisational structure; Influence of technology and work systems; Management strategy; Organisational culture; Employee motivation and work orientations; Conflict: rival frames of reference, conflict resolution, power.

Assessment Criteria

threshold

Can explain the evolution and contexts of management. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the range of management theories and issues, such as the changing nature of work.

good

As above, combined with the ability to analyse how and why different management theories have emerged, and analyse the advantages and disadvantages of different approaches to organising and managing.

excellent

As above, combined with the ability to analyse how and why different management theories have emerged, and analyse the advantages and disadvantages of different approaches to organising and managing.

Learning outcomes

  1. Display critical thinking on the dynamic contexts of organisations and management.

  2. Challenge orthodox assumptions about the reality of organisations and management.

  3. Analyse factors influencing the structure of organisations and work, and the implications for management strategy and employee behaviour.

  4. Critically evaluate the changing role of management.

  5. Understand the concepts of conflict and power.

  6. Recognize the ‘big picture’ external context shaping organisations.

Assessment Methods

Type Name Description Weight
Coursework 40
Exam S1 2hrs 60

Teaching and Learning Strategy

Hours
 

One 2-hour lecture per week.

  

Resources

Pre- and Co-requisite Modules

Courses including this module

Compulsory in courses:

Optional in courses: