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1 Organizational Behavior MANA Fall 2010 Instructor: Mr. A. Moses, M.S. Office: Room 604, College of Business Administration Tel no: id: Home Page: Office hours: By appointment. Preferred mode of communication: . Official school (MavMail) is the only kind of accepted. Please use the that UTA provided to you. The best way to reach me is through . is the official form of communication at the University of Texas at Arlington. Class meetings: Time: Monday & Wednesday 7:00 PM to 8:20 PM Place: TCC NTAB 2222 Course Content This course introduces students to the concepts of organizational behavior and provides a basis for further study into the factors that influence individual and group behavior in organizations. The course emphasizes findings from the field of organizational behavior and topics covered include: at the individual level personality, perception, attribution, attitudes, values, motivation, learning, emotion, stress, and well being; at the interpersonal level and group level work teams, leadership, power and politics; and at the organizational level work design, structure, culture, and organizational change. Additionally, constructs such as diversity, social information processing, power and influence, and negotiation will also be addressed. Through discussion of class material, in-class exercises, and assignments students will establish a basic understanding of the dynamic of organizational behavior, enabling application of this knowledge to management skills in organizations. Student Learning Objectives: On completion of this course the student will be able to 1. Define basic organizational behavior terms accurately according to textbook definitions without any external assistance. 2. Better understand, evaluate, and manage your own thoughts, feelings, attitudes, and behaviors at work. 3. Describe the impact of individual personality, values, emotions, and attitudes in the workplace. 4. Identify and differentiate the major theories of work motivation. 5. Identify characteristics of group/team dynamics and their decision-making. 6. Describe the major theories of leadership and their core tenets. 7. Present topics in OB and solutions via slide show presentation or other acceptable media. 8. Apply the various concepts and theories of organization behavior learned in class to real life situations and business examples without any external assistance.

2 Required Materials: Text Book: Nelson, D. L., & Quick, J. C. (2011). ORGB Edition. Mason, OH: South-Western Cengage Learning. ISBN# You are expected to read assigned materials prior to the class and be prepared for discussions, exercises. It is to your advantage to stay current with readings and assignments. A variety of learning tools will be used to develop and enhance your understanding of the subject matter, including: experiential exercises, small group activities, videos, case analyses, current events, and class discussions. Please turn off cell phones and pagers before class. Please do not read newspapers or other non-course materials. Please do not text message or use your computer for ing, instant messaging, games, or other non-course activities. If you are observed in these activities you will be asked to leave the class. Grading Policy: Grade composition Weight Exams 40% Quizzes 20% Group project 25% Chapter presentation 10% Participation (attendance, class discussion, etc***) 5% Total 100% Grade: Percentage A B C D F 0-59 Participation Policy I normally do not take attendance, you are adults and I expect you will be there unless there is an emergency. However, on the days we do presentations, attendance is mandatory and your participation grade will be severely affected by not being in attendance on those days. You are expected to participate in class. Please be courteous and show respect to the instructor and your peers. Disrespectful language will NOT be tolerated. You may disagree with some views; however, you may NOT make personal remarks or attacks at anyone in the classroom, verbally or through . Course Assignments You will be given an opportunity to work on individual and group assignments in small and large groups, to enable better comprehension and application of the concepts taught in the classroom. Summaries or homework may be assigned based on these class projects. On occasion the instructor will assign homework from the book or other outside sources.

3 Chapter Quizzes: Quizzes are available on WebCT - You are required to access the quiz on WebCT and complete the quiz for each chapter. You are to print out the results and turn-in to instructor during class on the day it is due. They may not be ed; hardcopies must be turned in to me. Failure to turn in completed results on time will result in a 10% grade reduction each day it is late. Chapter presentation: You will be divided into groups. You must be prepared to present and discuss a topic from a chapter of your choosing (Ch 3-10, 12-14, or 16) from the text for minutes using a minimum of 3 discussion questions to encourage class participation. Creativity is encouraged (use of short videos, costumes, music, items that involve the class, etc.). Power point slides are optional. You will be asked to fill out an evaluation form on your other group members. ***The rubric used to grade your presentation is posted on WebCT. Final Group Project: Option A You will be divided into groups (size of group will vary based on class size). You and your assigned group will search for at least three newspaper and/or reputable magazine articles on a business that is undergoing or has undergone a major challenge. Your job will be to identify, describe, and present the possible business challenges as it relates to the material presented in class, and either 1) pose possible solutions for the business or 2) identify solutions that were implemented by the business using strategies you learned in class and from the text. A presentation of about minutes will be due along with one hard copy of your power point slides to be handed in the day of your presentation. Creativity is encouraged (e.g., the use of short videos, costumes, music, items that involve the class, etc.) and the power point presentation must also be ed to me at least 24 hours before the scheduled presentation for me to review. You will be asked to fill out an evaluation form on your other group members. Other information will be provided in class as needed. **** A project outline and the rubric used to grade your presentation are posted on WebCT. Option B Discover any workplace (it can also be your own) where you identify challenges that could benefit from the application of information, strategies, etc. presented in class. Your job will be to identify, describe, and present possible business challenges as it relates to the material learned in class, and pose possible solutions for the business using strategies you learned in class and from the text. A presentation of about minutes will be due along with one hard copy of your power point slides to be handed in the day of your presentation. Creativity is encouraged (e.g., the use of short videos, costumes, music, items that involve the class, etc.) and the power point presentation must also be ed to me at least 24 hours before the scheduled presentation for me to review. You will be asked to fill out an evaluation form on your other group members. Other information will be provided in class. **** A project outline and the rubric used to grade your presentation are posted on WebCT.

4 Examinations There will be three examinations to assess your comprehension of the course. Exams may consist of multiple-choice questions, true or false questions, and short answer or essay questions. While taking the examination, you will NOT be allowed to keep any backpacks, books, notes, cell phones, computers, ipods, or headphones or any other electronic devices of any description on your person or at your desk. If you bring these items to class then they may be left in the front with the instructor till you have completed your exam. The only thing allowed at your desk will be a scantron, exam, pencils and pen. You are responsible for providing your own scantron form and pencils. No restroom breaks are allowed during the exams so make sure that you use the restroom before you come to class. Further details will be provided before the exams. Make up exams are not permitted. You must be at the exam and complete it in the time allowed to receive credit for it. If you miss an exam due to a medical or other documented emergency and supply the written documentation to the professor then a make up exam will be given for that exam. Legitimate and valid reasons for missing class include temporary active duty for military personnel, severe illness, death in family, or transportation breakdown problems. My standard for documentation of these instances includes dated doctorʼs receipt, dated obituary from newspaper, or dated auto repair shop invoice. Other exceptions will have to be approved through the department chair. From the undergraduate catalog: University Authorized Absences: The Office of the Provost provides lists of students who have absences authorized by the University (e.g., participation in athletic events or scholastic activities that are officially sponsored University functions). The student must contact the instructor one week in advance of the excused absence and arrange with the instructor to make up missed work or missed examinations. Instructors will provide those students an opportunity to make up the work or otherwise adjust the grading to ensure that the student is not penalized for the absence. Failure to notify the instructor or failure to comply with the arrangements to make up the work will void the excused absence. Observance of Religious Holy Days: A student who misses an examination, work assignment or other project because of an observance of a religious holy day will be given the opportunity to complete the work missed within a reasonable time after the absence provided the student has properly notified each instructor. To meet the proper notification requirements, students must notify each instructor in writing of classes scheduled on the dates they will be absent in observance of a religious holy day. Notification must be made within the first 15 class days and either personally delivered, acknowledged and dated by the instructor, or sent certified mail, return receipt requested. The student may not be penalized for these excused absences, but the instructor may appropriately respond if the student fails to complete satisfactorily the missed assignment or examination within a reasonable amount of time after the excused absence. (A religious holy day means a holy day observed by a religion whose places of worship are exempt from property taxation under Section of the Tax Code.)

5 Date Class Schedule: Content Reading completed/ topics covered Mon 8/30 Introduction & Ch 1-Organizational Behavior and Opportunity Ch 1- Organizational Behavior and Opportunity Ch 2- Challenges Wed 9/1 for Managers Assignments due Ch 2 E-quiz Wed 9/8 Ch 3- Personality, perception, and attribution Ch 3 E-quiz Mon 9/13 Ch 3- Personality, perception, and attribution Wed 9/15 Ch 4- Attitudes, emotions, and ethics Ch 4 E-quiz Mon 9/20 Ch 4- Attitudes, emotions, and ethics Wed 9/22 Exam 1 (Chapters 1 4) Mon 9/27 Ch 5- Motivation Ch 5 E-quiz Wed 9/29 Ch 5- Motivation Mon 10/4 Ch 6- Learning and Performance management Ch 6 E-quiz Wed 10/6 Ch 6- Learning and Performance management Mon 10/11 Ch 7- Stress and well-being Ch 7 E-quiz Wed 10/13 Ch 7- Stress and well-being Mon 10/18 Ch 8- Communication Ch 8 E-quiz Group project outline draft Wed 10/20 Ch 8- Communication due Mon 10/25 Two Video s In class assignment Exam Review Wed 10/27 Exam 2 (Chapters 5-8) Mon 11/1 Ch 9- Work Teams and Groups Ch 9 E-quiz Wed 11/3 Ch 9- Work Teams and Groups Mon 11/8 Ch 10 - Decision Making Ch 10 E-quiz Wed 11/10 Ch 10 - Decision Making Mon 11/15 Ch 12- Leadership and followership Ch 12 E-quiz Wed 11/17 Ch 12- Leadership and followership Mon 11/22 Ch 13- Conflict and negotiation Ch 13 E-quiz Wed 11/24 Presentation research Library time Mon 11/29 Ch 14- Jobs and design of work Ch 14 E-quiz Wed 12/1 Ch 16- Organizational culture Ch 16 E-quiz Mon 12/6 Group presentation Wed 12/8 Group presentations and review Tue Final Exam?? (Chapters 9-10, 12-14, 16) date and time still to be determined Note: Class timings and schedules are subject to change at the Instructorʼs discretion Readings and homework will be assigned during the classes.

6 Americans With Disabilities Act The University of Texas at Arlington is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation; reference Public Law The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended. With the passage of new federal legislation entitled Americans With Disabilities Act - (ADA), pursuant to section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act, there is renewed focus on providing this population with the same opportunities enjoyed by all citizens. As faculty members, we are required by law to provide "reasonable accommodation" to students with disabilities, so as not to discriminate on the basis of that disability. Your responsibility primarily rests with informing faculty at the beginning of the semester and in providing authorized documentation through designated administrative channels. Academic Dishonesty It is the philosophy of The University of Texas at Arlington that academic dishonesty is a completely unacceptable mode of conduct and will not be tolerated in any form. All persons involved in academic dishonesty will be disciplined in accordance with University regulations and procedures. Discipline may include suspension or expulsion from the University. "Scholastic dishonesty includes but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, collusion, the submission for credit of any work or materials that are attributable in whole or in part to another person, taking an examination for another person, any act designed to give unfair advantage to a student or the attempt to commit such acts." (Regentsʼ Rules and Regulations, Part One, Chapter VI, Section 3, Subsection 3.2, Subdivision 3.22) Student Support Services Available The University of Texas at Arlington supports a variety of student success programs to help you connect with the University and achieve academic success. These programs include learning assistance, developmental education, advising and mentoring, admission and transition, and federally funded programs. If you require assistance academically, personally, or socially should contact the Office of Student Success Programs at for more information and appropriate referrals.

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