buo5oa organisational analysis
ORGANISATIONAL ANALYSIS
BUO5OA
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject aims to explore and analyse different philosophical perspectives and approaches to organisational design and change. It will encourage a critical evaluation of current thinking on organisational design, structuring and change approaches. By examining arguments and assumptions underpinning key philosophies that are used to 'diagnose' organisations, it will explore and challenge the tools and techniques each prescribe for designing organisations and implementing change interventions. Through critical application of different philosophical perspectives to practical organisational change case studies, students will be encouraged to move beyond prescriptive, paradigm-centred theories of organising, and learn to understand and manage the opportunities and constraints each perspective offers in designing innovative, flexible, and adaptive organisations.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorTimothy Marjoribanks
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites students must be enrolled in LMMBAO, LMMBA or LMMBAA to do this subject
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjects BUA5OA
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
---|---|---|---|---|
Readings | Philosophies of Organizational Change | Preliminary | Smith, A. & Graetz, F. (2011) | Edward Elgar Publishing Limited: The Lypiatts, Gloucestershire, UK. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Critically research the body of knowledge and fundamental themes and issues surrounding specific organisational behaviours
- Activities:
- Assessed individual assignments x 2, and in-class assessed and unassessed group exercises.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Analyse and critically reflect upon specific organisational problems in behavioural terms and develop practical and evidence-based approaches for resolving those problems.
- Activities:
- Assessed individual assignments x 2, and in-class assessed and unassessed group exercises.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Evaluate the appropriateness of different organisational change perspectives to understand and address organisational issues.
- Activities:
- Assessed individual assignments x 2, and in-class assessed and unassessed group exercises.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Develop and apply socially responsible and sustainable change management practices in contemporary organisations.
- Activities:
- Assessed individual assignments x 2, and in-class assessed and unassessed group exercises.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
05. Develop and apply socially responsible and sustainable change management practices in contemporary organisations.
- Activities:
- Assessed individual assignments x 2, and in-class assessed and unassessed group exercises.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Online, 2016, Teaching Session 3, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Keller
Class requirements
Scheduled Online Class
One 3.0 hours scheduled online class per week and delivered via online.
"Access via subject website; additional online facilitated discussions will also occur for this subject. Please refer to subject learning guide."
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
Individual written assignment 1 | 2500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 05 |
Individual written assignment 2 | 2500 words | 35 | 03, 04, 05 |
Forum Participation | Ongoing (2 forums per week, 2 posts per forum minimum) | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Online, 2016, Teaching Session 7, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Keller
Class requirements
Scheduled Online Class
One 3.0 hours scheduled online class per week and delivered via online.
"Access via subject website; additional online facilitated discussions will also occur for this subject. Please refer to subject learning guide."
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
Individual written assignment 1 | 2500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 05 |
Individual written assignment 2 | 2500 words | 35 | 03, 04, 05 |
Forum Participation | Ongoing (2 forums per week, 2 posts per forum minimum) | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |