Business transactions commonly take place among people. Understanding the factors that determine people's actions and interactions is therefore a critical prerequisite for being successful in the work environment. This course is about managing people - oneself and others.
Using a combination of lectures, discussions and group activities, the course offers an introduction to theory and research in the behavioral sciences. Its primary goal is to develop conceptual frameworks that help students to understand and manage effectively their own work settings.
The course is organized into two main themes: (1) the individual, and (2) the organization. The individual part of the course is concerned with issues related to individual behavior, such as how people's attitudes influence their behavior, how people form impressions of others, and how the choices people make are affected by characteristics of the decision maker and the decision-making process. The organization part of the course focuses on people's behavior within the context of an organization. It addresses how organizations can successfully coordinate the actions of their members. Topics of this section include effective group decision-making, persuading and motivating others, and the use of formal and informal power in interpersonal relations.
None. Cannot enroll in BUSN 38001 if BUSN 20701 taken previously.
Based on several written assignments, a final exam and class participation. Cannot be taken pass/fail. No auditors.
- Allow Provisional Grades (For joint degree and non-Booth students only)
- Early Final Grades (For joint degree and non-Booth students only)
- No pass/fail grades
- No auditors
Description and/or course criteria last updated: February 07 2024
