Organizational Behaviour
BUS250
FALL 2015
MW 1:00-2:15 PM
WINNIPEG CAMPUS
ROOM: TBA
Prerequisite: BUS190
with a grade of C
“Organizational Behaviour (OB) is the study of what people
think, feel and do in and around organizations. It examines
how individuals and teams relate to each other.”
-McShane p.2
Course Description and Objectives
This course is designed to examine both fundamental theoretical and
practical aspects of human behaviour and management in the
workplace. In particular this course will look at the behavior and
processes of individuals, teams and the organization.
During this course, you will look at:
• How emotions guide employee
motivation, decisions and attitudes.
• The role of values in guiding
workplace behavior.
• How the self-concept influences
motivation, teams and leadership
• Examine other topics such as organizational structure, change and
culture.
Taking This Course
Ultimately, it’s not the grade that you “get” in BUS 250– it’s
your ability to apply and use what you have learned in this
course to enrich both your personal and professional life.
Students take this course for many reasons. Most often
“it’s required” for the Bachelor of Business Administration
degree here at Booth. Think about why your professors at
Booth have decided that learning this material is essential
to your career path. What does it mean to you as a future
business person? Leader? Entrepreneur? Manager?
Course Requirements
This course is a fast-paced one. Throughout
the semester, you will critically evaluate and
Syllabus Contents
Requirements ................ 1
Evaluation ..................... 2
Assignments…………………2
Key Dates & Schedule ... 3
Resources ...................... 3
Key Policies.................... 3
Text
Book
Required - Canadian
Organizational Behaviour 9th
Edition McGraw-Hill Ryerson.
By McShane S. L. and Steen S.
(2015).
Required - Leading with Soul:
An Uncommon Journey of
Spirit, by Lee Bolman &
Terrence Deal (any edition)
use current organizational theories, as well as
increase your knowledge of yourself, other
individuals, team and organizational workings.
You must have (or learn) basic library and
online research skills. Students are
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responsible for any course related
announcement made during class even if they
are not present. Remember learning is not a
spectator sport.
Your
Professor
Angela Davis, CA, CFE, MSc
Petersen Hall: 208-290 Vaughn St
angela.davis@boothuc.ca: 204.924.4851
Office hours: tba and by appointment
Other Course Policies
 Communication is very important.
It is your responsibility to ask for help. If you need help, have any questions, technical
difficulties, or problems with the course, please notify Angela Davis as soon as possible.
 Active participation requires keeping up with the schedule.
Expect to devote a minimum of 3-6 hours per week to this
course, which includes reading, face-to-face meetings, working on assignments etc.
 In order to reduce the distractions in the class - be sure to silence your cell phone before class and limit its use to educational
purposes plus refrain from texting your friends, sending emails, updating your Facebook status, doing homework for other
classes, or the like while in class.
 In the event of inclement weather, please check the “Announcements” section of MyBoothOnline to see if there has been
any adjustment to the class meeting schedule.
Evaluation
Percent
Two case study assignments.………………..……………………………….………………………..……………………………….30
Three surprise multiple choice quizzes (best two count) ……………………………………………………………..…10
Leading with Soul book review assignment…….…………………………………………………………………………………15
Midterm..………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….20
Final examination……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………….25
Additional
Assignment
Information
For this course you’ll find all of the
assignment specifications and other
information related to the midterm
and final exam on our
MyBoothOnline course site
http://www.boothuc.ca/currentstudents
Fine Print
 Assignments are to be submitted via email to angela_davis@boothuc.ca
 Late assignments will penalized at 20% per day and will NOT be accepted more than 5 business days late.
 Any questions about the assignments must be asked within one week of the date the assignments are due.
 Please familiarize yourself with the Academic Integrity Policy found in Booth University College’s calendar and reprinted at
the end of this document. Overall this requires that students do NOT cheat, forge, fabricate, plagiarize, or facilitate academic
dishonesty. These violations are taken seriously.
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Key Dates
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Mini assignment due dates: October 9th & November 6th
Midterm exam date October 19th
Voluntary withdrawal date November 4th
Leading with Soul Assignment due November 16th
Final exam week December 11th to 17th
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Class Schedule (tentative)
Help and Resources
1. Talk with Angela Davis
You are welcome to email, drop by
during office hours, or make an
appointment to meet at another time.
2. Visit the Academic Learning Centre
ALC Learning Commons,
http://www.boothuc.ca/campuslife/student-learning-centre
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Week of
Topic
Assigned
Reading
Sept 9
Introduction to
Organizational Behaviour
Individual Behaviour,
Personality & Values
Perceptions and Learning
Workplace Emotions,
Attitudes and Stress
Employee Motivation
Performance Practices
Creativity and Decision
Making
Team Dynamics
Communication – Teams &
Organizations
Power and Influence in the
Workplace
Workplace Conflict and
Negotiation
Organizational Leadership &
Structure
Organizational Culture &
Change
Chapter 1
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21
28
October 5
12
19
26
November
2
9
16
23
30
December
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Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
3. Get to know the library
John Fairbank Memorial Library,
http://www.boothuc.ca/library
 The library staff is eager to help you
-call, email, visit, or make an
appointment with a research
librarian.
4. Accommodations
If you are a student with a learning
disability and request
accommodation(s), please contact the
Karen Ng, 204.947-6701, ext 876
 Since accommodations may require
early planning, requests should be
made as early as possible.
Chapter 11
Chapter 12, 13
Chapter 14, 15
Key Academic Policies
Students are responsible for reviewing and abiding by all Booth UC academic policies in the
current Academic Calendar. Three policies of particular relevance are:
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Academic Integrity (insert policy or link/url)
http://www.boothuc.ca/sites/default/files/20142015_academic_calendar_june_11_2014.pdf (page 19)
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o
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Letter grades and grade points, including corresponding percentages if appropriate
(insert policy or link/url) http://www.boothuc.ca/sites/default/files/20142015_academic_calendar_june_11_2014.pdf (page 20)
Use of Personal Computers, Electronic Devices and Cell Phones in Booth UC Classrooms
(insert policy or link/url) http://www.boothuc.ca/sites/default/files/20142015_academic_calendar_june_11_2014.pdf (page 24)
Letter Grades
A+ (4.5) Exceptional performance with evidence of outstanding original thinking, superior organization, exceptional capacity to
analyze and synthesize; a superior grasp of the subject matter with sound critical evaluations; evidence of an extensive knowledge
base. A final grade of A+ may be awarded only with the approval of the Academic Dean.
A (4.0) Excellent performance with evidence of excellent original thinking, excellent organization, excellent ability to analyze and
synthesize; an excellent grasp of the subject matter with sound critical evaluations; evidence of an extensive knowledge base.
B+ (3.5) Very good performance with evidence of original thinking, very good organization, demonstrated ability to analyze and
synthesize; a very good grasp of the subject matter; evidence of good critical judgment, a very good understanding of the relevant
issues under examination; very good familiarity with the relevant literature.
B (3.0) Good performance with evidence of a good grasp of the subject matter; evidence of critical capacity, good analytical
ability, a good understanding of the relevant issues under examination; evidence of good familiarity with the relevant literature.
C+ (2.5) Satisfactory performance with evidence of a satisfactory grasp of the subject matter; evidence of critical capacity,
demonstrated analytical ability, an understanding of the relevant issues under examination; evidence of familiarity with the
relevant literature.
C (2.0) Adequate performance with evidence of an adequate grasp of the subject matter; some evidence of critical capacity, an
ability to develop solutions to simple problems found in the material; evidence of familiarity with some of the relevant literature.
D (1.0) Marginal performance with evidence of marginal familiarity with the subject matter and some evidence that critical and
analytical skills have been used.
F (0) Inadequate performance with little evidence of even a superficial understanding of the subject matter; serious weaknesses
in critical and analytical skills; limited or irrelevant use of the literature; failure to satisfy course requirements.
Syllabus format content and structure adapted with permission from: Dr. Mary-Jon Ludy, Bowling Green State University
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