ORGANISATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
Syllabus
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Learning Objectives
LEARNING OUTCOMES: Knowledge and awareness of the basic tools to understand themselves and the other in the work environment with a practical approach and a specific focus on the Psychology of organisation and its most recent evolutions.
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING: The Course emphasizes the use of tools and operating mechanisms useful in specific managerial contexts, providing students with a learning path on advanced topics that complete their path. Such knowledge and skills provide the necessary basis for professional placement in the human resources field but also enrich those who want to develop different paths having knowledge/instruments in the psychological area. The verification of knowledge and comprehension is carried out through intermediate tests (case studies) in addition to the examination and the final test.
APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING: Already during the course, the students' ability to apply their knowledge is continuously evaluated through the preparation of specific projects within each course, teaching and through the analysis of case studies.
MAKING JUDGEMENTS: The autonomy of judgment is expressed by
the integration of a priori information with the experience gained empirically to support the decision-making process, in a multidisciplinary perspective that takes into account the complexity of business activities.
The evaluation of the students' autonomy of judgement and analysis are achieved by
through the discussion of case studies, presentations of the group work on particular
themes in order to create moments of confrontation and debate in the classroom.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS: The development of the students' communication skills and their evaluation are pursued during the lesson hours through the discussion of case studies and the presentation of group work.
The curricular internships, as well as the written and/or oral examinations and the discussion of the final test represent an excellent opportunity for the development and evaluation of communication skills.
LEARNING SKILLS: The training path allows the graduate to develop learning skills that are necessary to undertake, within the company, subsequent studies and operate in full autonomy. Learning skills are systematically assessed during the pre-training course, in particular through the discussion of case studies. Supplementary activities are used to consider the ability to learn.
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING: The Course emphasizes the use of tools and operating mechanisms useful in specific managerial contexts, providing students with a learning path on advanced topics that complete their path. Such knowledge and skills provide the necessary basis for professional placement in the human resources field but also enrich those who want to develop different paths having knowledge/instruments in the psychological area. The verification of knowledge and comprehension is carried out through intermediate tests (case studies) in addition to the examination and the final test.
APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING: Already during the course, the students' ability to apply their knowledge is continuously evaluated through the preparation of specific projects within each course, teaching and through the analysis of case studies.
MAKING JUDGEMENTS: The autonomy of judgment is expressed by
the integration of a priori information with the experience gained empirically to support the decision-making process, in a multidisciplinary perspective that takes into account the complexity of business activities.
The evaluation of the students' autonomy of judgement and analysis are achieved by
through the discussion of case studies, presentations of the group work on particular
themes in order to create moments of confrontation and debate in the classroom.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS: The development of the students' communication skills and their evaluation are pursued during the lesson hours through the discussion of case studies and the presentation of group work.
The curricular internships, as well as the written and/or oral examinations and the discussion of the final test represent an excellent opportunity for the development and evaluation of communication skills.
LEARNING SKILLS: The training path allows the graduate to develop learning skills that are necessary to undertake, within the company, subsequent studies and operate in full autonomy. Learning skills are systematically assessed during the pre-training course, in particular through the discussion of case studies. Supplementary activities are used to consider the ability to learn.
MASSIMILIANO PELLEGRINI
Prerequisites
None. However, students will beneft from key notions in the fields of organisational design, Human Resource Management and organisational behavior
Program
The teaching activities unfold through three moments, which look at the micro, meso, and macro levels of organisational psychology. Each organisational level is addressed for two weeks for a total of 12 hours, according to the following programme:
1. The micro level: organisational psychology and individual dynamics (Prof. Pellegrini)
1.1 Presentation of the module and basic concepts
1.2 Individual traits, values, and attitudes (part I)
1.3 Individual traits, values, and attitudes (part II)
1.4 Motivation at work
1.5 Satisfaction at work
1.6 Individual well-being, burnout, and dysfunctional behaviours
2. The meso level: organisational psychology and interpersonal relationships (Prof. Palumbo)
2.1 Group dynamics
2.2 Communication, sensemaking and sensegiving
2.3 Leadership behaviours
2.4 Followership behaviours
2.5 Human resource development and training
2.6 Performance management
3. The macro level: psychology applied to HRM and organizational dynamics (Prof. Hinna)
3.1 HR planning
3.2 HRM practices: Personnel recruitment
3.3 HRM practices: Selection
3.4 Organisational justice and compensation
3.5 Organisational design and psychology
3.6 Organisational climate and culture
1. The micro level: organisational psychology and individual dynamics (Prof. Pellegrini)
1.1 Presentation of the module and basic concepts
1.2 Individual traits, values, and attitudes (part I)
1.3 Individual traits, values, and attitudes (part II)
1.4 Motivation at work
1.5 Satisfaction at work
1.6 Individual well-being, burnout, and dysfunctional behaviours
2. The meso level: organisational psychology and interpersonal relationships (Prof. Palumbo)
2.1 Group dynamics
2.2 Communication, sensemaking and sensegiving
2.3 Leadership behaviours
2.4 Followership behaviours
2.5 Human resource development and training
2.6 Performance management
3. The macro level: psychology applied to HRM and organizational dynamics (Prof. Hinna)
3.1 HR planning
3.2 HRM practices: Personnel recruitment
3.3 HRM practices: Selection
3.4 Organisational justice and compensation
3.5 Organisational design and psychology
3.6 Organisational climate and culture
Books
Mandatory text book
Work and Organizational Psychology (3rd Edition), by Sebastiaan Rothmann and Cary L. Cooper, Routledge, 2022
In particular students must be prepared on the follwing program
1 Introduction to work and organizational psychology (pp. 1-24)
PART I Organizational psychology
2 Individual differences and inclusion (pp. 26-46)
3 Motivation and satisfaction (pp. 47-69)
4 Group behaviour (pp. 70-86)
5 Communication (pp. 87-105)
6 Leadership (pp. 106-121)
PART II Work psychology
7 Work analysis and human resource planning (pp. 125-138)
8 Recruitment and selection (pp. 139-160)
9 Induction, training, and development (pp. 161-175)
10 Compensation management (pp. 176-186)
11 Performance management (pp. 187-202)
PART III Further aspects of organizational psychology
13 Well-being and dysfunctional behaviour at work (pp. 219-242)
14 Organizational design, development, and culture (pp. 243-257)
Work and Organizational Psychology (3rd Edition), by Sebastiaan Rothmann and Cary L. Cooper, Routledge, 2022
In particular students must be prepared on the follwing program
1 Introduction to work and organizational psychology (pp. 1-24)
PART I Organizational psychology
2 Individual differences and inclusion (pp. 26-46)
3 Motivation and satisfaction (pp. 47-69)
4 Group behaviour (pp. 70-86)
5 Communication (pp. 87-105)
6 Leadership (pp. 106-121)
PART II Work psychology
7 Work analysis and human resource planning (pp. 125-138)
8 Recruitment and selection (pp. 139-160)
9 Induction, training, and development (pp. 161-175)
10 Compensation management (pp. 176-186)
11 Performance management (pp. 187-202)
PART III Further aspects of organizational psychology
13 Well-being and dysfunctional behaviour at work (pp. 219-242)
14 Organizational design, development, and culture (pp. 243-257)
Bibliography
The Psychology of Behaviour at Work: The Individual in the Organization Paperback, by Adrian Furnham, Psychology Press, 2012
Teaching methods
The course employs a mix of teaching methods. The traditional frontal lecture is done with the support of slides, which are accessible to all students. Students are encouraged to actively participate with questions and opinions. Furthermore, the course include in-class group discussions, analysis of multimedia materials, and case studies.
Exam Rules
The exam is written and aims at assessing the students' knowledge and comprehension, reflexive ability, judgment, and communication.
The exam will consist of 3 open questions, which will be evaluated on a scale from 0 to 11 according to the following criteria:
• 0 points: The student is unable to discuss the topics reported in the question. Theoretical knowledge is not adequately exploited to articulate convincing propositions. No insights are provided drawing on examples that may enhance the topics’ understanding.
• 1 to 3 points: The student provides fragmented notions. Theoretical knowledge is poorly exploited to articulate convincing arguments. Limited insights are provided drawing on examples that may enhance the understanding of the topics.
• 4 to 6 points: The student provides adequate notions allowing to address most issues in the question. Theoretical knowledge is effectively used to articulate convincing propositions and arguments. Good insights are argued, drawing on examples that enhance the understanding of the topics dealt with.
• 7 to 9 points: The student completely addresses the issues contemplated in the question. The student uses a wide array of conceptual tools to investigate the topics. Practical examples are discussed in a critical way to provide multifaceted perspectives to address the issues touched by the question.
• 10 to 11 points: The student thoroughly addresses the issues contemplated in the question. The student uses a comprehensive array of conceptual tools to investigate the topics. Deep practical examples are discussed in a critical way to provide fit perspectives to argue the position taken.
The results of the written exam, given by the sum of the evaluation of the four questions, will be comunicated through a personal email and the publication of the results online. Anonimity will be guaranteed, using the matricola number of examined students. If the students are getting a grade beyond 30, the laude will be conferred.
In sum, the following scheme will be used for evaluation purposes:
18-20: Barely sufficient knowledge and understanding of topics with possible generalizations and imperfections; sufficient skills of analysis synthesis and autonomy of judgment, topics are expounded frequently inconsistently and with inappropriate/technical language;
21-23: Basic knowledge and understanding of topics; ability to analyze and synthesize correctly with sufficiently coherent logical argumentation and appropriate/technical language
24-26: Fair knowledge and understanding of topics; good analytical and synthesis skills with arguments expressed rigorously but with language not always appropriate/technical.
27-29: Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of topics; considerable ability to analyze and synthesize; good autonomy of judgment; topics expounded rigorously and with appropriate/technical language
30-30L: Excellent level of thorough knowledge and understanding of topics; excellent skills of analysis, synthesis and autonomy of judgment; arguments expressed in an original manner and with appropriate technical language.
Grades will be communicated via the Delphi platform. Upon request, students may arrange a session with the professors to review their exam.
The exam will consist of 3 open questions, which will be evaluated on a scale from 0 to 11 according to the following criteria:
• 0 points: The student is unable to discuss the topics reported in the question. Theoretical knowledge is not adequately exploited to articulate convincing propositions. No insights are provided drawing on examples that may enhance the topics’ understanding.
• 1 to 3 points: The student provides fragmented notions. Theoretical knowledge is poorly exploited to articulate convincing arguments. Limited insights are provided drawing on examples that may enhance the understanding of the topics.
• 4 to 6 points: The student provides adequate notions allowing to address most issues in the question. Theoretical knowledge is effectively used to articulate convincing propositions and arguments. Good insights are argued, drawing on examples that enhance the understanding of the topics dealt with.
• 7 to 9 points: The student completely addresses the issues contemplated in the question. The student uses a wide array of conceptual tools to investigate the topics. Practical examples are discussed in a critical way to provide multifaceted perspectives to address the issues touched by the question.
• 10 to 11 points: The student thoroughly addresses the issues contemplated in the question. The student uses a comprehensive array of conceptual tools to investigate the topics. Deep practical examples are discussed in a critical way to provide fit perspectives to argue the position taken.
The results of the written exam, given by the sum of the evaluation of the four questions, will be comunicated through a personal email and the publication of the results online. Anonimity will be guaranteed, using the matricola number of examined students. If the students are getting a grade beyond 30, the laude will be conferred.
In sum, the following scheme will be used for evaluation purposes:
18-20: Barely sufficient knowledge and understanding of topics with possible generalizations and imperfections; sufficient skills of analysis synthesis and autonomy of judgment, topics are expounded frequently inconsistently and with inappropriate/technical language;
21-23: Basic knowledge and understanding of topics; ability to analyze and synthesize correctly with sufficiently coherent logical argumentation and appropriate/technical language
24-26: Fair knowledge and understanding of topics; good analytical and synthesis skills with arguments expressed rigorously but with language not always appropriate/technical.
27-29: Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of topics; considerable ability to analyze and synthesize; good autonomy of judgment; topics expounded rigorously and with appropriate/technical language
30-30L: Excellent level of thorough knowledge and understanding of topics; excellent skills of analysis, synthesis and autonomy of judgment; arguments expressed in an original manner and with appropriate technical language.
Grades will be communicated via the Delphi platform. Upon request, students may arrange a session with the professors to review their exam.
ALESSANDRO HINNA
Prerequisites
None. However, students will beneft from key notions in the fields of organisational design, Human Resource Management and organisational behaviour
Program
The teaching activities unfold through three moments, which look at the micro, meso, and macro levels of organisational psychology. Each organisational level is addressed for two weeks for a total of 12 hours, according to the following programme:
1. The micro level: organisational psychology and individual dynamics (Prof. Pellegrini)
1.1 Presentation of the module and basic concepts
1.2 Individual traits, values, and attitudes (part I)
1.3 Individual traits, values, and attitudes (part II)
1.4 Motivation at work
1.5 Satisfaction at work
1.6 Individual well-being, burnout, and dysfunctional behaviours
2. The meso level: organisational psychology and interpersonal relationships (Prof. Palumbo)
2.1 Group dynamics
2.2 Communication, sensemaking and sensegiving
2.3 Leadership behaviours
2.4 Followership behaviours
2.5 Human resource development and training
2.6 Performance management
3. The macro level: psychology applied to HRM and organizational dynamics (Prof. Hinna)
3.1 HR planning
3.2 HRM practices: Personnel recruitment
3.3 HRM practices: Selection
3.4 Organisational justice and compensation
3.5 Organisational design and psychology
3.6 Organisational climate and culture
1. The micro level: organisational psychology and individual dynamics (Prof. Pellegrini)
1.1 Presentation of the module and basic concepts
1.2 Individual traits, values, and attitudes (part I)
1.3 Individual traits, values, and attitudes (part II)
1.4 Motivation at work
1.5 Satisfaction at work
1.6 Individual well-being, burnout, and dysfunctional behaviours
2. The meso level: organisational psychology and interpersonal relationships (Prof. Palumbo)
2.1 Group dynamics
2.2 Communication, sensemaking and sensegiving
2.3 Leadership behaviours
2.4 Followership behaviours
2.5 Human resource development and training
2.6 Performance management
3. The macro level: psychology applied to HRM and organizational dynamics (Prof. Hinna)
3.1 HR planning
3.2 HRM practices: Personnel recruitment
3.3 HRM practices: Selection
3.4 Organisational justice and compensation
3.5 Organisational design and psychology
3.6 Organisational climate and culture
Teaching methods
The course employs a mix of teaching methods. The traditional frontal lecture is done with the support of slides, which are accessible to all students. Students are encouraged to actively participate with questions and opinions. Furthermore, the course include in-class group discussions, analysis of multimedia materials, and case studies.
ROCCO PALUMBO
Teaching methods
The course employs a mix of teaching methods. The traditional frontal lecture is done with the support of slides, which are accessible to all students. Students are encouraged to actively participate with questions and opinions. Furthermore, the course include in-class group discussions, analysis of multimedia materials, and case studies.