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Jane George-Falvy
MGMT 300
Seattle Campus
Focuses on how managers become effective leaders. Examines basic principles of managing people, making use of theories that transcend the workplace, including the psychology of individual and group behavior. Emphasizes leadership, strategic thinking, team building, and performance. Offered: AWSpS.
Class description
COURSE OBJECTIVES: 1) to expose you to the broad range of topics studied within the rubric of organizational behavior, 2) expand your knowledge of human behavior at the individual, group, and organizational levels, 3) begin creation of your personal �toolbox� of management techniques to try in various situations, 4) apply this knowledge to create business environments which operate efficiently and effectively, 5) develop some areas of self-awareness to help point you in the direction of further development, 6) apply OB concepts to develop your ability to effectively work with others.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
A combination of lectures, discussions, experiential activities, group work, and multi-media.
Recommended preparation
Do the readings, come to class, share your thoughts. Demonstrate a willingness to be open to new ideas and ways of thinking.
Class assignments and grading
Students are evaluated on 2 exams, written assignments, a group case analysis, and class participation.
Class is graded on a curve with the mean set between 3.1-3.2 (the standard for 300 level classes in the business school).
