MSB 6322: Organizational Behavior

The purpose of this course is to provide the student with an in-depth study of concepts relevant to understanding and predicting human behavior in organizations. Topics include personality, motivation, leadership, group processes, decision making, and conflict resolution. Research findings in psychology, sociology, human resources and management are synthesized as they contribute to the understanding of individual and group productivity. Teamwork, leadership and problem solving are emphasized through experiential learning and/or case method. Assignments include written reports and oral presentations.