Module Code: H8WRPSY
Long Title Workplace Psychology
Title Workplace Psychology
Module Level: LEVEL 8
EQF Level: 6
EHEA Level: First Cycle
Credits: 5
Module Coordinator: David Mothersill
Module Author: MICHELE KEHOE
Departments: School of Business
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff

PhD in Psychology or related cognate discipline
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Understand the nature of the study of Work Psychology and analyse key factors influencing human behaviour in the workplace.
LO2 Explain and evaluate the nature of individual and interpersonal processes in organisations including motivation, stress, leadership and group dynamics.
LO3 Recognise the importance of organisational processes such as organisational change and the effective management of culture for the continued development of organisations.
LO4 Apply theories of organisational behaviour to work organisations and recognise the significant challenge of the effective management of people in the workplace.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements

There are no additional entry requirements for this module. The programme entry requirements apply.
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Module content:
Students are provided with an introduction into the area of Work Psychology. Formal definitions are presented and areas of investigation introduced. The individual processes in organisations such as motivation and stress will be examined. An insight into these processes provides an understanding of the reasons why people behave the way they do in the workplace. The interpersonal processes of groups and teams and leadership will then be explored. This aspect of the course focuses on the dynamics of interaction between co-workers and managers and on formal policies and procedures. At the level of organisational processes the areas under consideration are organisational change and organisational culture. The module focuses on students applying their psychological knowledge within a workplace environment, and learning new theories which are specific to organisations/workplaces.
Below is a list of indicative topics:
Introduction to workplace psychology and organisational behaviour. Psychological contract and its motivational properties Communication in the Workplace Generations in the Workplace Personality in the Workplae Psychometrics and Assessment as relevant to hiring and promotions Workplace Stress Conflict in the Workplace Motivation Groups and Leaders in the Workplace Disability and the Workplace Workplace Psychology in Practice
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: CA 1 % of total: 60
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Students are required to complete a group case study proposal and detailed report on their case study evaluating current practice and proposing changes to practice based on content discussed in class (2000 words).
Assessment Type: CA 2 % of total: 40
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
In a group, students are required to complete an in class presentation based on their case study.
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
Reassessment Description
Students are required to resubmit any failed component.

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Classroom and demonstrations 12 Per Semester 1.00
Independent Learning Independent learning 113 Per Semester 9.42
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.00
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Griffin, R.W. and Phillips, J.M. (2023), Organizational Behavior: Managing People & Organizations, 14th Ed. Cengage Learning.
  • Buchanan, D. A., & Huczynski, A. A. (2019), Organizational behaviour, Pearson, U.K.
  • Kehoe, M. (2013), Make That Grade Organisational Behaviour, Gill & Macmillan Ltd.
  • Robbins, S.P. & Judge, T.A. (2014), Organizational Behavior, 17th Ed. Pearson Education.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Luthans, F. (2010), Organizational Behaviour, 12th Ed. McGraw-Hill Education.
  • Mullins, L.J. (2011), Essentials of Organisational Behaviour, 3rd Ed. Financial Times/Prentice Hall.
  • Schermerhorn, J.R., Hunt, J.G., Uhi-Bien, M. and Osborn, R.N. (2012), Organizational Behaviour, 12th Ed. John Wiley & Sons.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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