Course Title: Managing Change
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Managing Change
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BUSM1202 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
630H Management |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2006, Sem 2 2006, Sem 1 2007, Sem 2 2007, Sem 1 2008, Sem 2 2008, Sem 1 2009, Sem 2 2009, Sem 1 2010, Sem 2 2010, Sem 1 2011, Sem 2 2011 |
BUSM1208 |
Singapore Inst of Management |
Undergraduate |
630H Management |
Face-to-Face |
Offsh 1 08, Offsh 3 08, Offsh 1 09, Offsh 3 09, Offsh 1 10, Offsh 3 10, Offsh 1 11, Offsh 3 11 |
BUSM2193 |
Hong Kong Management Associatn |
Undergraduate |
630H Management |
Face-to-Face |
Offsh 2 09, Offsh 2 10, Offsh 1 11 |
Course Coordinator: Shelley Henley
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 5920
Course Coordinator Email: shelley.henley@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 108.16.16
Course Coordinator Availability: Via email at any time
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
Course Description
This course introduces a range of change models, and recent developments in change theory and research. It will develop your ability to manage both planned and unplanned change. It deals with change as a process and examines a range of strategies managers can use to successfully manage change. The course focuses on the skills needed to manage transitions and the psychological, structural and cultural issues people face when dealing with change.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
Capabilities
This course will help you develop your ability to:
• pursue continuous personal development of knowledge and skills related to a management career
• engage with business activities in a disciplined and ethical manner
• contribute to the management of business in contemporary organisations
• demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively
Learning outcomes
On completion of this course you will be able to:
1. Explain the relevance of a range of change management approaches and models to a variety of situations where appropriate
2. Identify and apply a range of skills relevant to the change management process
3. Articulate and demonstrate understanding of the management competencies needed in this area
4. Use diagnostic tools and models to explore underlying organizational and behavioural issues that may affect the change process
5. Display a clear understanding of the role of ‘change agents’ and its applicability in organizational settings
Overview of Learning Activities
The course comprises lectures, group discussions, in-class activities and a self-assessment of “change agency skills”. You will work in group and make class-room presentations.
Overview of Learning Resources
Supporting information documents and resource materials will be distributed in class over the course of the semester as required.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment will be based on a combination of group and individual assessments.