Introduction to management
Mr Rolf Bergman and Ms Loretta Inglis
6 points * One 2-hour lecture and one 1-hour tutorial * First, second semester * Caulfield, Peninsula
Objectives On completion of this subject students should: have an understanding and appreciation of the managerial role and the contribution managers make to organisational effectiveness; have an understanding of the major managerial functions; demonstrate an awareness of the major behavioural science theories and concepts relating to the behaviour, performance and productivity of individuals and groups in organisations; be capable of formulating and critically evaluating alternative courses of managerial action; be able to analyse organisational situations using the knowledge and frameworks gained during the course in order to better understand, predict and influence the behaviour of individuals and groups within organisations.
Synopsis A basic understanding of management functions and the process by which managers influence individual and work group performance. Functions and roles of management and the historical development of management theory, the influence of individual characteristics such as perception, personality, attitudes and values, motivation, characteristics of groups, decision-making and communication, leadership and interpersonal skills, managing conflict and change.
Assessment Participation in tutorials: 10% * Class test: 25% * Group case study (3000 words): 25% * Final examination (2 hours): 40%
Prescribed texts
Robbins S P Management 4th edn, Prentice-Hall, 1994