Module manager: Anna Viragos
Email: A.Viragos@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
This module is not approved as an Elective
This module aims to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of Occupational Psychology, and the contribution this can make to the effective management of people in the workplace. It explores a variety of factors influencing behaviour and well-being, relating to individuals and groups within organisations and the overall psychological environment of the organisation. It will demonstrate the contribution of psychological theories and concepts to the study of human behaviour in work organisations.
Upon completion of this module students will be able to critically evaluate:
- theory and research concerning the relationship between human behaviour and different work environments
- critical perspective on the theory and research in terms of the quality of ideas and the methodologies applied
- the practical implications of the theory and research findings for Human Resource Management
Upon completion of this module students will be able to:
- Apply accurately and with originality skills of analysis and critical thinking, marshalling relevant evidence and examples to support an argument
- Plan and organise team working and individual tasks in challenging situations within time constraints, including expressing knowledge and understanding in written form
Indicative content
The semester will focus on the underlying principles of Occupational Psychology and central HR practices, including decision making, individual differences, and recruitment..
This module will also cover a number of important organisational practices and a variety of outcomes from an Occupational Psychology perspective, including job design, team working and well-being.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 11 | 2 | 22 |
| Seminar | 11 | 1 | 11 |
| Private study hours | 267 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 33 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 300 | ||
This could include a variety of activities, such as reading, watching videos, question practice and exam preparation.
Your teaching methods could include a variety of delivery models, such as face-to-face teaching, live webinars, discussion boards and other interactive activities. There will be opportunities for formative feedback throughout the module.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 3,500 words | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
The resit for this module will be 100% by 3,500 words coursework
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 10/10/2024
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