Organisational behaviour: Know your people course Syllabus

Overview (80-120 words) describing structure and time commitment. This course provides a practical, people-focused introduction to organisational behaviour, designed for managers and leaders at any level. Over approximately 8–11 weeks of part-time study, learners will explore how individual and group dynamics influence workplace performance. Through real-world examples and structured frameworks, the course covers key topics including motivation, team dynamics, leadership, and organisational culture. Each module combines theory with practical reflection to help learners understand and improve workplace interactions. With lifetime access, learners can progress at their own pace, applying insights directly to their current or future roles.

Module 1: Introduction to Organisational Behaviour

Estimated time: 6 hours

• Defining organisational behaviour and its importance
• Understanding the relationship between people, structure, and performance
• Exploring real-world workplace behaviour challenges
• Introduction to key concepts and frameworks

Module 2: Individual Behaviour at Work

Estimated time: 10 hours

• Exploring motivation theories and employee performance drivers
• Understanding personality and attitudes in the workplace
• Examining perception and cognitive bias at work
• Analyzing decision-making under uncertainty

Module 3: Team Dynamics and Collaboration

Estimated time: 10 hours

• Understanding how teams form and develop
• Building effective communication and trust in teams
• Managing conflict and collaboration
• Identifying factors behind high-performing teams

Module 4: Leadership, Power, and Influence

Estimated time: 10 hours

• Exploring different leadership styles
• Assessing leadership impact on engagement and outcomes
• Understanding power, influence, and organisational politics

Module 5: Organisational Culture and Management Application

Estimated time: 10 hours

• Analyzing how organisational culture shapes behaviour
• Identifying cultural norms and their impact on performance
• Applying organisational behaviour insights to improve management effectiveness

Module 6: Final Project

Estimated time: 8 hours

• Diagnose a real or hypothetical workplace behaviour challenge
• Apply relevant organisational behaviour frameworks to the situation
• Develop a practical action plan to improve team or individual performance

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of workplace environments
• No prior management experience required
• Openness to self-reflection and practical application

What You'll Be Able to Do After

• Understand how individual behavior influences organisational performance
• Apply motivation and decision-making theories to real-world scenarios
• Analyse team dynamics and improve collaboration and conflict management
• Recognise effective leadership styles and their impact on engagement
• Use insights about culture, power, and influence to enhance team effectiveness