Introduction to Leadership and Organisational Behaviour: a Global Perspective

About

Every organisation (whether a startup, a multinational corporation, or a public institution) depends on people. Yet people are not always predictable. Why do some employees stay engaged while others quietly disengage? Why do teams either collaborate seamlessly or fall into dysfunction? And how do leaders influence these outcomes? Organisational Behaviour is the academic discipline that seeks to answer such questions. It draws on insights from psychology, sociology, and management to understand how individuals and groups act within organisations. Leadership, meanwhile, is the practice of influencing others to achieve shared goals. While not all leaders are managers, effective managers must develop leadership skills to navigate the informal dynamics that shape real organisational outcomes

Course leader

Emilia Bunea

Target group

This course is designed for senior bachelor’s and master’s students seeking an academically rigorous foundation in leadership and organisational behaviour. No prior coursework in organisational behaviour is required, but participants should be ready to engage actively and reflect critically

Course aim

Explain Key OB Concepts:
Demonstrate understanding of fundamental theories and concepts in organisational behaviour at the individual, group, and organisational levels (e.g. personality, motivation, team dynamics, organisational culture. This includes understanding major leadership theories and models and their applications in various contexts.

Apply Critical Thinking to OB Problems:
Analyse organisational scenarios using OB theories to diagnose issues and propose evidence-based solutions.
Students will practice critical thinking to address problems related to motivation, communication, leadership, etc., in diverse business situations

Demonstrate Leadership and Team Skills:
Practice effective communication, conflict resolution, and collaboration through group activities, role-plays, and a team project.
Apply interpersonal skills in team-based settings to enhance your leadership capacity in real-world organisational contexts.

Evaluate Leadership Across Cultures:
Analyse how cultural values and global contexts shape leadership behaviour and organisational dynamics.
Compare management practices across cultures to assess when and how leadership styles or motivational strategies should be adapted

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