ORGANIZATIONAL SOCIOLOGY
 
Lectured in 3rd year Social workSection Human Resources
Theory [A] 20.0
Exercises [B] 0.0
Training and projects [C] 0.0
Studytime [D] 75
Studypoints [E] 3
Level  
Language of instruction Dutch
Lecturer Ann BENS
Reference SGSWKP03K00003
 
Key words
Organisational theory, organisational culture, sociology.

Objectives
Applications of organisational sociological insights on the practice of the HR-officer.

Topics
* Organisational theories (bureaucratic management, classical management, human-relations,...) applied to the theme 'organisational culture'.
* Accent on:
1. The relation between organisation and culture.
2. De function of culture within each organisation.
3. Can culture be manipulated?
4. The importance of leadership in the context of organisational culture.
5. The link between organisational change and cultural change.
* Practical illustrations.

Prerequisites
Insights from previous sociological courses

Final Objectives


Materials used
Own notes.

Study costs
Approximately 2,5 euro.

Study guidance
Individual approach.

Teaching Methods
Teaching with the accent on questions and dialogue. Individual work. Seminars and/or conferences.

Assessment
Oral examination in June.

Lecturer(s)
Marleen Easton