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ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR

No. of sessions : 20 sessionsCategory : Core CourseInstructor : Christo F.V. Fernandes ([email protected])

Cell No: 9823088484 (only sms if urgent)

COURSE OBJECTIVEThe emerging complexities in the workplace have led organization andenterprises to rethink their strategy to effective business practices.Organizational Behavior is the central theme reflected in the current scenariosand this is evident due to cross culture, diversity at workplace and the largenumber of mergers and acquisition. Individual process study helps to maximizethe individual as well as the organizational effectiveness. OB involves theapplication of principles to acquiring, retention, developing, motivation andsupporting individuals to achieve individual & organizational output.

The objective of this course is:

1. To provide an overview of individual processes in organizations. Thisincludes understanding the personalities, perceptions, attitudes,values, motivations, and interpersonal traits of individual managers.

2. To develop ones ability to understand the theoretical underpinnings ofOB-I, and apply them to work situations.

3. To develop an active understanding of individual processes throughexperiential learning.

The structure of the course is largely case driven with lectures and groupdiscussion and experiential learning.

COURSE CONTENT & SESSIONWISE PLAN

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1 Introduction to Organizational Behavior

Introudution to Methodology of the Course Structure and

Design Readings: Chapter 1- Introduction to OB- Fred Luthans

1.1 Study Questions

1.2 Critical thinking ex.

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2 Case Analysis

Group Book Review Presentation- 2 Slides on a basic understanding of the

book and the action plan for reading and learning of the group members beexplained to the entire class. All group should take serious note of the

learnings and the content of all group book review content.
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2.1 Research Evidence Ex. , 2.3 Case Handout in ClassroomAssignment: two page hand written reflection as to how Organizational Behaviourstudy will enable you to be an effective manager. Your analysis should contain anIntroduction, Literature Review, Personal Finding based on Review, Action Planand Conclusion and References. Print the template(*) and submit youassignment to you CR before this class.

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3 Organizational Culture

Assignment Questions:

Q: The Birla group has a pioneered industry in India. From thewritten reports available, analyse its cultural features. Towhat extent do these reflect the characteristics of IndianCulture? (Group Presentation: Each group to prepare a shortpresentation on culture and its major learning with a focus on theBirla group. 4 slides only.

Each Individual to submit a 2 page handwritten submission on the abovequestion and submit to CR before class. Use the Template for yourassignment

3.1 Indian Culture Ex.

3.2 Critical Thinking-SpyingMovie analysis Cultural Clash

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4 Case Analysis:

4.1 The Mumbai Case Study

4.2 Process of Socialization

Individual Assignment: Draw a working plan based literature review as to how

you influence the creation of a positive Organizational culture andmindfulness in your classroom learning. Use template for handwritten

submission and submit before class to your CR.

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5 Foundation of Individual Behavior-Attitude & Job Satisfaction

Assignment Question. (Submission on Friday 11 AM before this

session) Q: Critique the teaching of OB in your class. Which learning cycle is your OB

instructors following while helping you learn OB? Connect the learning fromChapter 1,2,3 of Search Inside yourself and the literature on Attitude andbehavior and submit your reflection on page two of the template. Individualhandwritten assignment. Use one template only to submit both assignment

and submit to CR before class.

Group Presentation: Each group to prepare 5-8 slides

presentation on the above topic. Groups will be picked bylots.

5.1 Question Ex:

5.2 Rise in IQ Score

GP 6. Case Analysis;

6.1 Apple Innovation(to be completed before classIndividually)*

6.2 Case Study: Exposing the Reward Punishment

6.3 Learning, reinforcement and problem solving.

Group Activity: Role Play on Employee Attitude. Duration 2mins. Use of Props are encourages to drive a point. Attention:Role play has to capture the learning on employees attitudes


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Date Sessi Topic

and perception. It is advisable to read the text before youdesign your act.

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7 Role and Role Effectiveness/ Book Review on Individual

Processes. Reading: student resources.

Book Review Group Presentation: 4-8 slides on each group. All Groups

will present. Each group will be given 4 min to make an impactpresentation. There will be 2 min given for open viva on the bookreview. Question will relate with reference to the syllabi of the OBtext with special reference to the 1-9 chapters of Fred Luthans.Marks will be awarded for group preparedness as well as collective

and individual responses during discussion. 7.1 Job Feel Factor and Role

7.2 Experiential Exercise

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8 Coping with Frustration Stress and Burnout. Individual Assignment: What is bothering you the most and what techniques

are you exploring to rise above the personal issue. Your assignment shoulduse chapter 2,3, and 5 of Search Inside yourself by Ched Meng Tan

Group Presentation: 5-8 slides any one coping strategy. Grouppresenting will be picked by lot. Groups are encouraged to make useto innovative exercises to drive a point.

8.1 Overworked culture

8.2 Case Study

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9 Personality and Values

Assignment Question. (2 page assignment)

Q: 35 years ago the young employees we hired were

ambitious, conscientious, hardworking and honest. Todaysyoung workers dont have the same values Support your

position with sufficient research and explore your viewsthrough the lens of chapter 8 and 9 of search inside yourselfby Ched Meng Tan.

Group Presentation: 5-8 slides on the above topic.Incorporate learning from search inside yourself by ChedMeng Tan Group presenting will be picked by lots)

9.1 Ethnonocentrism.

9.2 Critical Thinking Ex: Body works

10 10.1 Case Study: Class Activity

10.2 Jungs Typology

11 Perception Individual Decision Making Group Presentation: 4-5 slides on the above topic. No

submission required. Group presenting will be picked by lots) 11.1 Accuracy of decision

11.2 Critical thinking note*Firing

12 Leadership Styles

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12.2

13 Basis Concepts in Motivation

Reading: Robbins Chapter 5

13.1: Question about Motivation 13.3: Case Study Work V.s Play (Group Presentation-Groups will

act this play in classroom)14 MOVIE- Case Analysis

14.1 Class Activity

15 Motivation: From Concepts to Application

Reading: Robbins Chapter 6

Assignment Question. (Submission on Friday 11 AM before thissession)

Q? (There vast difference between the average workersincome and those of senior executives. In 1980 the averageCEO made 42 times the average blue collar workers pay. In

1990, it was 85 times. In 2000, it had risen to 531 times.What is the implication of this trend for motivation inorganizations? What happens to compensation afterretirement? (For individual reflection and preparation)

Group Presentation: 4-5 slides on the above topic. Nosubmission required. Group presenting will be picked by lots)

15.1: Critical Thinking Ex:

15.2: Thanks for nothing

15.3 : Case: Innovative Excellence at IERT(UD)

16 Emotions and Moods

Group Presentation: 4-5 slides on the above topic. Nosubmission required. Group presenting will be picked by lots)

16.1: Experiential Exercise 16.2:Case Study: Anger Management

17 17.1 Case study questions

17.2 Critical Note and reflection

18 Group Presentation.( Based on the cases written by eachgroup)

Case Analysis

19 Group Presentation(.( Based on the cases written by eachgroup)

Case Analysis

20 Course Overview

Case analysis and reflection based on some key concepts of

the course Clarification of doubts or contribution to learning from all

groups

PedagogyThe course will be primarily case-driven with lectures experiential exercises inbetween.Evaluation


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End Term Exam : 30%Project/Term Paper : 20%Case analysis & Surprise Quiz& Individual Asg : 30%Class Participation : 20%

TOTAL : 100%Your performance would be evaluated to some part through the participationand involvement in group as well as the engagement projected in classroom.Methodology:Learning will be through discussion of cases and exercises would be interactive.The focus would be depending on the students pre-class reading and study. It isexpected that a large part of the learning is self-driven and you should gobeyond the minimum reading, discussion and instructions. Moreover the case-project would be a clear documentation of integrated learning and experience.Attendance RulesAttendance is compulsory in all sessions. No attendance will be given for late

arrivals to the class.


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Compulsory Books1) An Evidence Based Approach- Organizational Behavior Fred Luthans

2) Search Inside Yourself Chade- Meng TanLocal Bookstore Contact Mr. Kalil Ahmed - 9822488564


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Project work- Academic Case Writing Capturing Evidence BasedApproach

You are required to submit a 10 page case capturing any topics ofOrganizational Behavior studied. The case should academic rigor in concept,

articulation and real life situation. The case should be accompanied by acase clearance certificate. A template of the certificate is place in theworkbook for your reference.

The case will be divided into two parts:1) The case as its stands based on the situation.

2) Learning Note: Analysis of the case integrating theory and the case.(This

would involve citation of certain articles, books, frameworks, or models)

Checklist before submitting your case:1) Check for conceptualization of real facts that capture the case to

demonstrate a situation that lead the reader to make a decision based on the

facts offered.

2) Check for theoretical integration within the case. However this should be

implied that explicit through the case writing structure.

3) Language, spelling, and sentence construction.

4) Read the case at least 3 times before submitting and ask for a proof read.

5) The Examiner however should not be the first person to read the case.


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GOA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT - INDIVIDUAL PROCESS 2013

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