Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Workshop

Module Offerings

7501VLUMGT-SEP-PAR

Aims

To explore management theory; and To review the activities of management from a Planning (and Leading), Organising, Motivating, and Controlling (POMC) perspective.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Critically evaluate the eclectic and sometimes non-linear nature of management theory and explain how management theory has evolved to date
2.
Evaluate classical theories of management
3.
Explain the contribution of the HR School (in terms of Motivation, Leadership, Group work and culture) to early management theory
4.
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the systems and contingency approach to management
5.
Appreciate the role of strategy as a managerial planning activity

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Based upon Cole, G A. and Kelly, P. (2020), 'Management Theory and Practice', Ed. 9, Cengage. Delivered in weekly 4hr sessions (workshops) - The module will focus mainly on part 1 of the book (chapters 1-13) and selected chapters from part 2 with a focus on the POMC approach to management. Management – an introduction; Organizations; Classical Management; Motivation Theories; Leadership Theories; Group Work Theory; Organisation Culture and Climate; Systems and Contingency Theories; Management Information Systems Theory; Strategic Management (Brief introduction); International Strategy & Leadership; Management Theory in Turbulent Times; POMC approach; Introduction to Financial Aspects of Management
Additional Information:This module provides a contemporary and comprehensive introduction to the principal ideas and developments in management.

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