Module Code: |
H8WRPSY |
Long Title
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Workplace Psychology
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Title
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Workplace Psychology
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Module Level: |
LEVEL 8 |
EQF Level: |
6 |
EHEA Level: |
First Cycle |
Module Coordinator: |
David Mothersill |
Module Author: |
MICHELE KEHOE |
Departments: |
School of Business
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Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff |
PhD in Psychology or related cognate discipline
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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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).
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Entry requirements |
There are no additional entry requirements for this module. The programme entry requirements apply.
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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.
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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
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Coursework | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull 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). |
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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. |
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No End of Module Assessment |
Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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Reassessment Description Students are required to resubmit any failed component.
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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 |
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Griffin, R.W. and Phillips, J.M. (2023), Organizational Behavior: Managing People & Organizations, 14th Ed. Cengage Learning.
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Buchanan, D. A., & Huczynski, A. A. (2019), Organizational behaviour, Pearson, U.K.
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Kehoe, M. (2013), Make That Grade Organisational Behaviour, Gill & Macmillan Ltd.
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Robbins, S.P. & Judge, T.A. (2014), Organizational Behavior, 17th Ed. Pearson Education.
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Luthans, F. (2010), Organizational Behaviour, 12th Ed. McGraw-Hill Education.
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Mullins, L.J. (2011), Essentials of Organisational Behaviour, 3rd Ed. Financial Times/Prentice Hall.
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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 |
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This module does not have any other resources |
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