Bowling Green State University College of Business Administration

Management 360: Organizational Theory and Behavior

Spring 2002

Course Syllabus

Instructor: Prof. Kristine Hoover

E-Mail: Hoover@cba.bgsu.edu

Phone: 419-372-8450

Fax: 419-372-6057

Web site: http://www.cba.bgsu.edu/mgmt/facstaff/hoover/

Office: BAA 3013

Office Hours: MW 11:30 – 12:30,

TH 11:00 – 12:00

and by appointment

Text: Robbins, Stephen P. (2001) Organizational Behavior (9th edition). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Prentice Hall.

CD: Self-Assessment CD required.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students are expected to:

· Identify and differentiate theoretical frameworks (Exams);

· Apply theory and research to practical situations that occur within organizations (Group presentation);

· Integrate theories in order to understand relationships among key organizational behavior variables (Assignments & Exams); and

· Use critical thinking to communicate in classroom discussions and group work (Class preparation & Group presentation).

Course Requirements & Grading Scale

120 3 scheduled exams (Revised to 105)

50 Cumulative final exam

30 Group presentation

30 Assignments & Projects (Revised to 45)

20 Class preparation

I. Exams 1, 2, & 3 & Final exam: The purpose of the exams is to assess individuals’ knowledge of class information in the discipline. Exams may be multiple choice, matching, fill in, and essay. Questions will be asked based on reading material assigned and material discussed in class. If a student feels an exam question may have been incorrectly graded, s/he may discuss the specifics with the instructor during office hours. A cumulative final exam will be offered during the time as indicated in the BGSU schedule during the week of May 6. (Exam 3 revised to 25 points.)

“Point” Opening Statement	8 minutes
“Counter-Point” Opening Statement	8 minutes
“Point” Cross-examination	3 minutes
“Counter-Point” Cross-examination	3 minutes
“Point” & “Counter-Point” Preparation for rebuttal	5 minutes
“Counter-Point” Rebuttal & Closing	4 minutes
“Point” Rebuttal & Closing	4 minutes

II. Group Presentation: (Individuals’ final points will be determined by group evaluations. The instructor will determine the final score if necessary.) Students will self-select into groups. Each group will research a current management issue to be debated with another student group. Presentation should directly apply material from the course and current business practices. Prior to beginning the presentation, students should submit a cover sheet (with name and date of presentation), an outline of the presentation, list of sources, and a printout of visual aids and handouts to the instructor. Students should pay attention to verbal & non-verbal communication. Business casual dress is expected. All group members must actively participate.

III. Assignments & Projects: There are two projects. Projects are a compilation of assignments during a specific time period. Work will be assigned through out the course. Students should complete work when assigned. The instructor will indicate the specific date that a project will be collected. The purpose of project one is to develop a better understanding of yourself and individuals. The purpose of project two is to develop a better understanding of groups. (Project two revised to 30 points.)

IV Class preparation: This refers to your attendance and the quality of your participation in class activities (e.g., integration and application of reading assignments, constructiveness of contribution, active participation in small group work, completion of exercises and attendance) and to the demonstration of behaviors likely to enhance our class as a learning community (e.g., the core values of BGSU – respect for one another, cooperation, intellectual and spiritual growth, creative imaginings, and pride in a job well done). Inappropriate behavior, as defined by the professor, and frequent absences will be reflected in a student’s grade. To receive full credit, you are expected to actively participate in class and submit assignments on time.

Prerequisite:

For CBA Students - Stats 211

(Effective Fall 2002: Stats 211 equivalents for non-business students: Math 115, Math 247, Psyc 290, Soc 369, Stat 200)

First day Attendance Policy. This class has a first day attendance policy. The goal of this policy is to make as many seats as possible in classes available to students and to process any refunds in a consistent manner. A student not attending the first session of this class will have the class dropped from his/her schedule automatically. Please see the Management Department administrators in BA 3018 if you have additional questions.

Late Assignments & Make up Exams. NO late assignments will be accepted unless prior permission has been obtained or an emergency occurs. There will be no make up exams without medical or official school documentation.

Academic Honesty

The Bowling Green State University policy on academic honesty will be strictly enforced.

Special Circumstances. All Bowling Green State University resources to support special circumstances will be made available as appropriate (http://www.bgsu.edu/offices/student_affairs/disability).

Note: The syllabus is subject to change based on class progress and the discretion of the instructor.

The class number

Class days and time

LAST name, First name (Nickname)

Email address

Local phone

4 Digit reporting code*

Please complete the following information on a note card and return to the instructor prior to the end of class. *Note: The 4 digit reporting code will be used to provide you feedback throughout the course. You may use alpha and numeric characters. Please make sure you remember this code!

Bowling Green State University College of Business Administration

Management 360: Organizational Theory and Behavior

Instructor: Kristine Hoover, Spring 2002

Course Outline

Jan14 Introduction to class

Chapter 1 What is Organizational Behavior? p.1-9, 19-28

Appendix A: The Historical Evolution of Organizational Behavior, p.582-592

INDIVIDUALS

Jan 21 Chapter 2 Foundations of Individual Behavior, p.32-33, 36-56

(Martin Luther King Day, NO class Monday, Jan 21)

Jan 28 Chapter 3 Values, Attitudes, and Job Satisfaction, p.60-62, 68-86 (Monday)

Chapter 4 Personality and Emotions, p. 90-100, 112-115 (Friday)

Feb 4 Chapter 5 Perception and Individual Decision Making, p.120-141, 148-152

Feb 11 Chapter 6 Basic Motivation Concepts, p. 154-183

Chapter 7 Motivation: From Concept to Applications, p. 189–204, 208-212

Project 1 DUE, Friday

Feb 18 EXAM 1: Individual Behavior (Ch 2 – 7), Wednesday, Feb 20

GROUPS

Feb 25 Chapter 8 Foundations of Group Behavior, p. 216-221, 223, 226-232, 234-51

Mar 4 Chapter 9 Understanding Work Teams, p. 256-271, 273-279

Group Presentation, Friday

Mar 11 (Spring Break, NO class Monday – Friday, Mar 11-15)

Mar 18 Chapter 11 Leadership and Trust, p. 312-329, 340-345

Group Presentation, Friday

Mar 25 Chapter 13 Conflict, p. 382-408

Project 2 DUE, Friday

Group Presentation, Friday

April 1 EXAM 2: Group Behavior (Ch 8, 9, 11, 13), Wednesday, April 3

ORGANIZATIONS

April 8 Chapter 14 Foundations of Organization Structure, p. 413 -438

Group Presentation, Friday

April 15 Chapter 15 Work Design and Technology, p. 445-454, 462-467

Group Presentation, 9:30 class on Monday / 10:30 class on Wednesday

Friday: MOD Conference Building Community in Turbulent Times, 101 Olscamp Hall (9:00 – 10:15 or 10:30 – 11:45) Extra credit one page typed reaction paper due Monday, April 22 before class. Briefly summarize the presentation. Does it relate to class material(including ch 18)? State and support your opinion / reaction to the material. (2 points) www.cba.bgsu.edu/mod/ (Click on “Conference” towards the bottom of the page.)

April 22 Chapter 18 Organizational Change and Stress Management, p.539-573

Group Presentation, Friday

April 29 EXAM 3: Organization Systems and Dynamics (Ch 14, 15, 18), Monday, April 29

Evaluations & Course Review

May 6 Final Exam to be given as scheduled by BGSU.

MGMT 360 - MWF 9:30 Group Presentations
Chapter Point / Counter Point	Name	Name	Name	Name
9 Work Teams Point	Amanda B	Carly S	Mike R	Renee M
9 Work Teams Counterpoint	Amber K	Abby T	Tiffany P	Chad C
11 Leadership Point	Ryan L	Erin M	Michelle C	Shelley F
11 Leadership Counterpoint	Kristie S	Nick C	Keith R	Chad W
13 Conflict Point	Amanda R	Leigh Ann C	Amy K	Katie B
13 Conflict Counterpoint	Nick H	Jason G	Tony W
14 Structure Point	Betsy S	Mindy W	Gary W
14 Structure Counterpoint	Brandy E	Brian B	Dave T	Michael M
15 Work Design Point	Marny O	Danielle G	Keith W
15 Work Design Counterpoint	Garrett G	Stephanie E	Cyndi B	Bruce K
18 Change & Stress Point	Jeff K	Luke W	Andy B	Kim G
18 Change & Stress Counterpoint	LaKeshia W	Ricco O	Sherie M

MGMT 360 - MWF 10:30 Group Presentations
Chapter Point / Counter Point	Name	Name	Name	Name
9 Work Teams Point	Valerie S	Sandy B	Justin G	Phil K
9 Work Teams Counterpoint	Alex C	Ryan C	Andy L
11 Leadership Point	Leslie K	Nicki B	Adam B	Tyler K
11 Leadership Counterpoint	Jonathan B	DJ D	Terry H	Andre D
13 Conflict Point	Philip W	John N	Elodie E	Nick S
13 Conflict Counterpoint	Jen W	Grace S	Kelly G	Brad S
14 Structure Point	Jessie H	Cathy S	Christine A	Bob B
14 Structure Counterpoint	Kelly P	Robyn V	Mike O	Megan P
15 Work Design Point	Jen E	Mark L	Jill P	Jason R
15 Work Design Counterpoint	Michael T	Chris P	Megan A
18 Change & Stress Point	Kimberly M	Ben M	Jana L
18 Change & Stress Counterpoint	Andy C	Brian C	Richele S	Greg N