Introduction to Psychology

Code
L.15769
Amount of hours required
84
Language
en-GB
Quartile of execution
1, 1

The most common problems in organisations are those that deal with people. This is the main reason why every (future) manager and HRM executive should take courses in Psychology. We have known that technical skills alone are insufficient for managerial success for about 20 years: it is the understanding of human behaviour in organisations that separates successful from unsuccessful managers.
Businesses that place a strong emphasis on taking care of the 'human element' by creating a supportive work environment tend to be more successful in the marketplace and generate superior financial results. Therefore, Managers and the HRM executives who advise them need to develop people skills if they are going to prove effective in their jobs.

Competences

AMA-IHRM 1 Credible Activist
AMA-IHRM 3 Capability Builder

Learning goals

The student can define, identify, describe or compare psychological theories on:

Ability
Personality
Values
Perception
Individual decision-making
Emotions and Moods

The student develops insight into the importance of understanding human behaviour and how managers may use or manipulate that behaviour in order to benefit the organisation.

Students improve accuracy in explaining and predicting behaviour of individuals in the workplace

The student develops the ability to formulate supported arguments and be critical in evaluating organisational behaviour concepts

The student is able to apply psychological theories on individual level, but is also aware of cultural differences in organisational behaviour across countries and continents.

The student develops insight into his or her own personality and behaviours

Tests

Code	Name
WC	Werkcollege
T.37233	Introduction to Psychology