MG 630 Organizational Behavior and Leadership in the 21st Century

This course is intended to provide a broad understanding of the theories, research and practices necessary to understand organizational behavior and leadership in the global environment of the 21st century. Emphasis will be placed on examining the multilevel issues of change, behavior and leadership through the lenses of political, cultural, and economic influence and strategic design. The course will provide a solid overview of the social science theories and scholarship that seek to explain variations and similarities in the behavior of individuals, groups, and organizations, comparative perspectives on motivation and leadership, workforce diversity, teamwork, communication, and ethics. Special attention will be given to geography, globalization, demographics, diversity, change/change management, and corporate responsibility.