BAD 317 ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR Spring 2019

Course Code: BAD 317

Course Title: Organizational Behavior
Number of NDU Credits: 3
Pre-Requisite(s) BAD 201

Faculty member responsible for the course:

Dr. Nada Saad-Saber
Senior Lecturer

Faculty of Business Administration and Economics (FBAE)

Department of Marketing & Management (DMM)
Office Location: AD204 - Administration building
Office hours: TTH 10:00-11:00 or upon Appointment
Class Location: HA209
Class time: TTH 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Class Section: B
E-mail: nsaad@ndu.edu.lb Tel. 09-208083

Course Objectives and Intended Learning Outcomes

Organizational Behavior as a Junior-level undergraduate course in the DMM program deals with
human behaviour in organizations focusing on three variables: the individual, the group, and the
organizational structure.
This course offers a thorough and systematic coverage of organizational behavior theory.
Moreover, it intends to develop in students an in-depth understanding of the prominent
approaches to organizational behavior in contemporary management
This course aims to improve one’s understanding of human behavior in organizations and one’s
ability to lead people to effectively increase organizational performance. Class sessions and
assignments are intended to help participants acquire the skills that managers need to improve
organizational relationships and performance.
Conceptual frameworks, case discussions, and skill-oriented activities are blended within each of
the three variables studied across the semester. Topics include communication, motivation,
group dynamics, leadership, power, and organizational design and development. Readings are
assigned to give the student a clear understanding of the specific material. Cases are assigned to
provide students the opportunity to apply the theory and put it into practice.
Students will be expected to explore and reflect on their own experiences as well as discuss ways
in which they might apply the material to their daily work.

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After completing this module students should be able to:

1- Understand fundamental concepts, theories, and findings in the field of organizational
behaviour.
2- Evaluate how organizational processes and methods can influence personality, attitude, and
work place performance.
3- Analyse how individuals, teams/groups or organisational aspects influence efficient, effective
ethical and socially responsible goal attainment.
4- Apply oral/written presentation skills as well as teamwork in research to reflect the command of
organizational behaviour knowledge.

COURSE INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOME PROGRAM ASSESSMENT METHOD

OUTCOMES

1. Understand fundamental concepts, theories, and 1.1 Classwork, Homework,

findings in the field of organizational behaviour. and/or Exams

2. Evaluate how organizational processes and 2.1; 3.1 Case Study and/or Exams
methods can influence personality, attitude, and
work place performance.

3. Analyse how individuals, teams/groups or 2.1; 3.1; Case Study and/or Exams
organisational aspects influence efficient, effective 4.1; 4.2
ethical and socially responsible goal attainment.

4. Apply oral/written presentation skills as well as 1.1; 2.1; Research Work and/or
teamwork in research to reflect the command of 3.1; 3.2; Oral Presentation
organizational behaviour knowledge 4.1; 4.2; 5.1

Learning strategies and contents of the course

Learning includes interactive lectures, simulations, role playing, student presentations, and case
studies. Lectures are used to introduce the key concepts and theories whereas other
methodologies are primarily activity based. These provide an opportunity to clarify and reinforce
students’ understanding of the subject. As such, hands-on practice in terms of classwork
activities, class discussion, pair work, debates, team-based research work, or online interactive
blogs work to motivate learning.
Duration: one semester.

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The course consists of several topics given over 45 hours of face-to-face lectures/practice. The
learning hours are subdivided as follows:

Contact hours (including phase-tests assessment) 45

Directed readings and preparation 30
Final case and further private study and exam preparation 105
Total 180 hrs

Outline of Course Material

Topic 01 What Is Organizational Behaviour? - Chapter 1

Topic 02 Diversity in Organizations – Chapter 2
Topic 03 Attitudes and Job Satisfaction – Chapter 3
Topic 04 Personality and Values – Chapter 5

Topic 05 Motivation Concepts/From Concept to Application-Chapter 8

Topic 06 Understanding Work Teams – Chapter 10
Topic 07 Communication – Chapter 11
Topic 08 Leadership – Chapter 12

Topic 09 Power and Politics – Chapter 13

Topic 10 Foundations of Organizational Structure – Chapter 15
Topic 11 Organizational Culture – Chapter 16
Topic 12 Organizational Change and Stress Management – Chapter 18

Course Learning Materials

Required textbook:
Stephen Robbins and Timothy Judge. Organizational Behavior: Global Edition. Pearson,

Suggested Readings:
Copies of all course related exercises are available to students on Blackboard.

Assessment criteria and grading scheme

The assessment calls upon students to demonstrate:

• Thorough understanding of the acquired knowledge.
• Critical thinking ability.
Assessments include three main items:
Tentative Dates
• Phase Test I – after Topic 05 Exam One Monday, February 18
• Phase Test II – after Topic 09 Exam Two Monday, March 18
• Phase Test III -- after Topic 13

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The cumulative weighting for these phase tests is 70% (20%, 20% & 30% respectively).
• Attendance is weighed 5%
• Class participation and evaluation are weighed 5 %.
• Oral presentation is weighed 5%.
• An end-of-semester group comprehensive project is weighed 15 %.
Assessments includes
• Conceptual MC and T&F
• Cases/Essays
• Oral Presentation Skills

Please note that if you miss one phase test, the percentage will then be spread equally over the
remaining phase tests and your final project. .
• Missing two phase-tests will result in a failing grade.
• Make-up tests will not be administered for missed phase-tests irrespective of the
circumstances. Make-ups are only allowed for students missing their final exams if
valid documented absences are provided within a limited time period not exceeding
two days after the exam date.
PS. The instructor reserves the right to change the frequency and dates of phase tests subject to
adequate notice period being given.

Grade Description Quality Point Percentage Equivalent

Value
A+ Outstanding 4.0 97-100
A Excellent 4.0 93 - 96
A- Very Good 3.7 89 - 92
B+ Good 3.3 85 - 88
B Good 3.0 80 - 84
B- Good 2.7 77 - 79
C+ Satisfactory 2.3 73 - 76
C Satisfactory 2.0 70 - 72
C- Passing 1.7 66 - 69
D+ Passing 1.3 63 - 65
D Lowest Passing 1.0 60 - 62
F Failure 0.0 0 - 59
UW Unofficial 0.0
Withdrawal The grade “UW” is assigned by the
instructor when a registered student has
never attended a class or has ceased
attending and has not submitted an official
course withdrawal request to the Office of
the Registrar. This grade is computed as an
F grade in the grade-point average.

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Corporate connections
The course draws on real corporate organisational behaviour issues and addresses skills and
techniques required to be a successful business leader able to optimally motivate human capital
cognisant of diverse needs of multiple cultures at home in the region or the international context.
Furthermore, the course incorporates renowned corporate practice to clarify the topics under
investigation and assess students’ understanding of the major concerns related to ethical
business practice.

International dimensions
- Coverage and analysis of American requirements.
Social aspects
- Emphasizes group work.
Contribution of research

- The required reading (text and outside journals) connects students to the latest updates.
- The final project requires the support of main theories in the field.
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Important class rules and academic misconduct

To do well in this course requires hard work: Keeping up with course material, regularly
attending class, doing all the assigned tasks, and reading the text/outside readings. The fact that
classes are scheduled is evidence that attendance is important. As per the University regulation,
the maximum number of absences for classes that meet on MWF is 6 and 4 for classes meeting
on TTH. For class administration purposes, students failing to attend regularly are warned
according to the following scheme:

- Missing 4 sessions (MWF) or 2 sessions (TTH)  Verbal Warning

- Missing 5 sessions (MWF) or 3 sessions (TTH)  Written Warning
- Missing above 6 sessions (MWF) or above 4 sessions (TTH)  automatically fail
the course unless you withdraw first.

Students in this section of the course may expect clear and effective presentation of the course,
prompt answers to questions, fair grading of work, and treatment with courtesy and respect. I
encourage you to participate in class. I use quality (as distinct from the quantity) of participation
in determining final grades. Students who perform best are usually those who are able to regard
the subject broadly and develop a good foundation in the conceptual framework.

CELL PHONE CALLS, SMS, CHATTING, LATE ARRIVALS and STEPPING OUT OF CLASS

These occurrences are inappropriate and lead to distraction. Do not use mobiles in class. Do not
arrive late for class; and do not step out of class while class is in session. Notre Dame University –
Louaize is committed to a policy of honesty in all its operations, especially those pertaining to

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academic matters. Academic and/or disciplinary penalties for misconduct in academic affairs are
implemented according to the policies and guidelines of NDU. It is the student's obligation to be
aware of his/her responsibilities. Students are expected and encouraged to be honest and to
maintain the highest standards of academic integrity in their academic work and assignments at
the University. They shall refrain from any academic dishonesty or misconduct including but not
limited to:

 Plagiarism; that is, the presentation of someone else‘s ideas, words or artistic, scientific,
or technical work as one‘s own creation. Also, paraphrasing, summarizing, as well as well
as direct quotations are considered as plagiarism, if the original source is not properly
cited.
 Cheating &/or Assisting in cheating
 Substituting a student in the taking of an examination
 Substituting examination booklets
 Submitting the same work for more than one course and the like
 Submitting papers written by others
 Receiving or providing unauthorized help or assistance in any academic work or
assignment
 Intentional violation of program and degree requirements and regulation as established
by the University
 Dishonest reporting of computational, statistical, experimental, research, results, or the
like

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