Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Liverpool Business School

Learning Methods

Workshop

Module Offerings

7707ORYXLM-APR-PAR

7707ORYXLM-JAN-PAR

7707ORYXLM-SEP-PAR

Aims

The module focuses on current theory and practice in OD and particularly on three core areas – (1) the theoretical roots of OD, (2) Organisational development models, frameworks and approaches and (3) use of self as instrument and personal presence.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Demonstrate advanced and integrated knowledge in the fields of contemporary organisation development theories and practice in order to create and promote sustainable business.
2.
To be able to analyse how these theories and empirical evidence can help to understand contemporary organisational issues.
3.
To apply theories to practical problems in organisations in a systemic and systematic manner.
4.
Critically apply a range of consultancy approaches and strategies.
5.
Demonstrate a preparedness to engage in continuous learning and reflection to develop new insights into professional practice.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
OD Philosophy and Values
Historical and contemporary development of OD
Functioning and dynamics of social systems
Systems Theory and complex adaptive systems
Systems thinking
Dialogic process consulting
Phases of the OD consulting process
The use of self in OD consulting
OD theories and practices
Module Overview:
This module is part of the MSc Programme.

Assessments

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