People, Organisation and Management
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In Bude
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People, Organisation and Management Course There has been a fundamental shift in the boundaries that shape organisations and work over the last two decades. Rapidly changing social and economic conditions have forced employers to change both their focus and their approach to work and the organisation, in order to survive and prosper in what are generally regarded as turbulent times. Similarly, employees have different expectations of work; overall, they are better educated, possess higher skill levels and have greater aspirations than previous generations. The changing dynamics and experiences within the workplace have led to a questioning of the nature of work and the employment relationship. In this course, we will consider a number of contemporary issues in terms of their impact on People, Organisation and Management. However, before looking at the individual factors which are shaping the workplace of the 21st century, it is important to set the scene in terms of the external environment in which the modern organisation exists. Against this backdrop, the way in which people are managed in the workplace has had to adapt and evolve. Gone is the ‘one best way’ approach to managing people, to be replaced by a range of different techniques, depending on the circumstances and the people involved. Management thinking and practice has moved on in order to cope with the increasingly diverse workplace of the 21st century. On completion of this course the student will be able to: Employ a variety of social science and management concepts in the analysis of work organisation. Reflect on and evaluate the different forms work organisation can take and its key dimensions and recognise conflict and commitment as key outcomes of work and the different ways in which they can both be managed. Identify and evaluate managerial and employee goals...
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- IT
- IT Management
- Management
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Syllabus
Setting the Scene
- Globalisation
- Technology and E-Commerce
- Demographic Trends
The Nature of Organisations
- Different Forms Work Organisations Can Take
- Theoretical Models of Management
- Changing Organisations
People in Organisations
- The Employment Relationship: Conflict and Cooperation
- Compliance and Commitment
- Managing Conflict – The Use and Abuse of Power
Groups and Teamworking
- What is a Group?
- How Are Groups Formed?
People in Organisations
- Introduction
- Employer Branding
- Employer of Choice
- Mindset Flexibility
HRM – The Link Between People and Management
- HR as a Strategic Partner
- HR Checklist
- Status and the Influence of HR
Management in Organisations
- Classical Organisation Theory
- The War for Talent
- Knowledge Management
- The Future of Knowledge Management
- High Commitment Practices (HCPs)
Specific People
- Stress
- Unemployment
Study Hours
This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.
The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 120 hrs.
People, Organisation and Management