Understand and evidence awareness of developing attributes, personality and cognition in support of employment/organisational management.

Knowledge & Understanding

Learning


Understand and be able to critically apply behavioural, social, cognitive and developmental psychological aspects that enhance well-being and performance.

Application

Communication

Problem Solving


To understand, and utilise contemporary psychological theories and practices to enhance business strategies, improve organisational behaviour, and drive business success.

Learning

Application

Enquiry


Reflect on and demonstrate development of organisational management in the context of current business practices towards sustained competitive advantage.

Reflection

Students will be required to deliver a presentation on their approach to resolving an identified real-life scenario using the concepts covered in the module. The presentation will last for 15 minutes followed by a Q&A session of 10 minutes. This assessment covers Learning Outcomes 1-3

This assessment will require students to reflect on the presentation using an appropriate reflective model. This assessment covers Learning Outcome 4

This module covers a comprehensive range of topics integrating contemporary psychological theories and practices within business contexts. Key areas of focus include the application of personality and cognitive psychology to enhance employment readiness and organisational management. Students will explore behavioural psychology principles to influence and modify employee behaviour, alongside social psychology concepts that underpin team dynamics and organisational culture. Cognitive psychology will be examined in relation to decision-making processes and problem-solving skills critical for managerial success. The course also delves into developmental psychology, emphasising professional growth, mentorship, and lifelong learning. Psychological well-being and its impact on employee performance are central themes, with practical strategies for stress management and resilience building. The module culminates in the application of these psychological insights to business strategy and organisational behaviour, supported by reflective practices aimed at achieving sustained competitive advantage. Emerging trends and future challenges in business psychology will also be addressed, preparing students for the evolving landscape of organisational management.



Specific topics will cover:

Perception

Motivation

Attitudes & Attributes

Change Management

Relationship Management

Emotions Management

Job Design & Development

EDI

This module delves into the integration of contemporary psychological theories and practices within business contexts to enhance organisational behaviour and drive success. Students will explore the development of key attributes, personality traits, and cognitive skills essential for effective employment and organisational management. By critically applying behavioural, social, cognitive, and developmental psychology, students will learn strategies to boost well-being and performance within the workplace. The module also emphasises the importance of reflecting on and demonstrating organisational management practices to achieve sustained competitive advantage in today's dynamic business environment. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical applications, this module prepares students to leverage psychological principles for improved business strategies and organisational outcomes.

Theory, Class breakout sessions, Group work, Case studies and presentations 

Benjamin Jr, L.T., (2023). A brief history of modern psychology. John Wiley & Sons.



McKenna, E. (2020). Business Psychology and Organizational Behaviour. 6th Ed, Routledge



Spector, P.E., (2021). Industrial and organizational psychology: Research and practice. John Wiley & Sons.

The University Library and Learning Resources

Westlaw e-library

The module VLE (LMS T & L material)

Selected contemporary problem/practice-based case examples