Contemporary Organizational Behaviour & Theory
Timeline
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January 20, 2025Experience start
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April 5, 2025Experience end
Experience scope
Categories
Leadership Organizational structure Training & development Workplace culture OperationsSkills
group dynamics business strategies organizational behavior strategic thinking team performance management innovation researchStudents are equipped with a robust understanding of contemporary organizational behavior and theory. They are adept at evaluating contrasting perspectives on organizations and applying these theories to explain human behavior within a business context. Through this course, students gain valuable insights into the dynamics of group behavior and the importance of diversity, which are crucial for enhancing team performance and business outcomes. They are trained to analyze key organizational behavior processes necessary for implementing effective business strategies. Additionally, students develop a deeper self-awareness and appreciation for the role of individual and group dynamics in organizational success. These capabilities make them well-prepared to contribute meaningfully to your business through innovative solutions and strategic thinking in a work-integrated learning project.
Students
Students will prepare a detailed report with research, analysis, insights and recommendations on the proposed challenge or issues facing the nonprofit organization. Students will also develop and present a 10-15 minute presentation summarizing their final report.
Project timeline
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January 20, 2025Experience start
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April 5, 2025Experience end
Project Examples
Requirements
The emphasis of these projects is for students to experience how organizational behaviour theories and models are applied within workplace settings and/or addressing industry challenges. As a guide to consider what projects your organization would be interested in submitting, below are some examples of potential projects:
Project 1: Organizational Analysis and Report
Objective: Evaluate contrasting perspectives on organizations and apply contemporary organizational behaviour theories.
Tasks:
- Select two organizations with different structures (e.g., hierarchical vs. flat).
- Conduct research on their management styles, culture, and performance.
- Interview employees or managers to gain insights into their organizational behaviour.
- Prepare a comparative report analyzing the effectiveness of each organization’s structure and management style.
Project 2: Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives.
Objective: Appreciate the value of diversity and its consequences for group and business performance.
Tasks:
- Assess current diversity and inclusion practices.
- Conduct surveys and focus groups with employees to gather data on workplace diversity.
- Analyze the data to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Develop a comprehensive diversity and inclusion plan, including training programs and policy recommendations.
- Create an implementation plan with timelines and recommendations for measuring and evaluating the impact.
Additional company criteria
Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:
Will a mentor be able to commit to regularly meeting with student(s) and providing input and feedback for the duration of the project?
You agree to provide your team with mid-project and end-of-project feedback.
You agree to attend, in-person or virtually, a final presentation from students at the end of term.
Timeline
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January 20, 2025Experience start
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April 5, 2025Experience end