BUS 504 - Foundations of Organizational Behavior

Unit(s): 2-3

BUS 504 is an accelerated version of BUS 344 that is intended to prepare students for M.B.A. level coursework. The course examines the roles of individuals and of groups in organizations. Attention is directed to individual level characteristics such as learning and personality; to processes that affect attitudes, perceptions, and judgment; to applied theories of motivation; and to emotions and stress. At the group level, topics include group formation, development, structure, leadership, and dynamics, as well as the processes of communication, decision-making, power, and conflict. Organizational level characteristics such as structure, culture, and change management are also addressed.

Grading: GRD
Prerequisite(s): a B.A. or B.S. degree.