Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

The National Commission for Academic Accreditation & Assessment

BUSI 3312 – Organizational

Behavior

Course Specifications
(CS)

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 Course Specifications

Institution Date of Report

Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University FALL 2016
College/Department
College of Business Administration / Department of Business Administration

A. Course Identification and General Information

1. Course title and code:

BUSI 3312 – Organizational Behavior
2. Credit hours:
3 hours
3. Program(s) in which the course is offered.
(If general elective available in many programs indicate this rather than list programs)
College of Business Administration – Elective
4. Name of faculty member responsible for the course
Dr. Beverly McNally, Dr. Wael Zaraket, Dr. Dalai Younis
5. Level/year at which this course is offered
Junior
6. Pre-requisites for this course (if any)

7. Co-requisites for this course (if any)

8. Location if not on main campus

Main Campus
9. Mode of Instruction (mark all that apply)

a) Traditional classroom X What percentage? 100%

b) Blended (traditional and online) What percentage?

c) e-learning What percentage?

d) Correspondence What percentage?

e) Other What percentage?

Comments:

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 B. Objectives

1. What is the main purpose for this course?

This course provides the students with the techniques to effectively work in organizations. It is
considered important that students know how to behave and interact effectively with people. By apply
the different theories and concepts learned in class, for example, motivation, leadership, group dynamics,
culture, conflict, the students should be able to influence job satisfaction, performance and retention.

2. Briefly describe any plans for developing and improving the course that are being implemented. (e.g.
increased use of IT or web based reference material, changes in content as a result of new research in the
field)
Increasing use of IT for delivery of course materials, case studies etc. and accessing real life examples.

C. Course Description (Note: General description in the form to be used for the Bulletin or
handbook should be attached)

Course Description:

1. Topics to be Covered
No. of Contact
List of Topics
Weeks Hours
a) Introduction to OB 1 3
b) Motivation 1 3
c) Foundations of Individual Behavior 1 3
d) Perception and Decision Making 1 3
e) Diversity and Job Satisfaction 1 3
f) Groups and Teams 1 3
g) Communications 1 3
h) Leadership 1 3
i) Organizational Structure 1 3
j) Power and Politics 1 3
k) Managing Change 1 3
l) Conflict and Negotiation 1 3

2. Course components (total contact hours and credits per semester):

Lecture Tutorial Laboratory Practical Other Total
Contact Hours 45 45
Credit 3 3

3. Additional private study/learning hours expected for students per week.

9

4. Course Learning Outcomes in NQF Domains of Learning and Alignment with Assessment Methods and
Teaching Strategy

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 CLO1. State, explain and apply the theories of human behavior in organizations – this will include all
three levels of OB – individual, group and organizational
CLO2. Recognize effective leadership behaviors and summarize the different leadership styles used
in organizations
CLO3. Evaluate the key influences on group and team behaviors in organizations
CLO4. Describe and evaluate the key ethical issues and influence of diversity in organizations
CLO5. Demonstrate an appreciation of how individual differences and motivations influence
behavior in the workplace

NQF Learning Domains Course Teaching Course Assessment

And Course Learning Outcomes Strategies Methods
1.0 Knowledge
State, explain and apply the theories of human Lectures, Case Studies, Exams, Individual and
1.1
behavior in organizations Group Discussions Group Assignments
Exams, Individual and
Recognize effective leadership behaviors and Lectures, Case Studies,
Group Assignments,
1.2 summarize the different leadership styles used in Group Discussions, Video
Debate, Case Study
organizations Examples
Analysis
Exams, Individual and
Lectures, Case Studies,
Evaluate the key influences on group and team Group Assignments, Class
1.3 Group Discussions, Video
behaviors in organizations Participation, Case Study
Examples
Analysis
Exams, Individual and
Describe and evaluate the key ethical issues and Group Assignments, Class
1.4
influence of diversity in organizations Participation, Case Study
Analysis
2.0 Cognitive Skills
Exams, Individual and
Recognize effective leadership behaviors and Lectures, Case Studies,
Group Assignments,
2.1 summarize the different leadership styles used in Group Discussions, Video
Debate, Case Study
organizations Examples
Analysis
3.0 Interpersonal Skills & Responsibility
Exams, Individual and
Demonstrate an appreciation of how individual Lectures, Case Studies,
Group Assignments, Class
3.1 differences and motivation influence behavior in Group Discussions, Class
Participation, Case Study
the workplace Presentations
Analysis
Exams, Individual and
Lectures, Case Studies,
Evaluate the key influences on group and team Group Assignments, Class
3.2 Group Discussions, Class
behaviors in organizations Participation, Case Study
Presentations
Analysis
4.0 Communication, Information Technology, Numerical
Exams, Individual and
Demonstrate an appreciation of how individual
Group Assignments, Class
4.1 differences and motivation influence behavior in Lectures, Debates
Participation, Case Study
the workplace
Analysis
Describe and evaluate the key ethical issues and Lectures, Case Studies, Exams, Individual and
4.2
influence of diversity in organizations Group Discussions, Video Group Assignments, Class

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 Examples Participation, Case Study
Analysis
5.0 Psychomotor
5.1

5. Map course LOs with the Program LOs. (Place course LO #s in the left column and program LO #s across
the top.)
Program learning outcomes
PLO 7 Identify major forces in the internal and external business environment and explain
(1.1) their effect on the performance of an organization
PLO 8
Explain relevant theories associated with the economic and political environments of business
(2.1)
PLO 9 Explain the significance and effects of social and cultural dimensions in the context of a
(2.2) global business environment
PLO 10 Explain theoretical concepts and practical approaches designed to improve organizational
(2.3) performance
Program Learning Outcomes
Course
(Use Program LO Code #s provided in the Program Specifications)
LOs #
1.1 2.1 2.2 2.3
1.1 X
2.1 X
2.2
2.3

6. Map course LOs with the College LOs. (Place course LO #s in the left column and program LO #s across
the top.)
College Learning Outcomes
PLO 6
Demonstrate an understanding of the major functional areas of Business.
(1.1)
PLO 2 Demonstrate effective analytical and critical thinking skills to make an appropriate business
( 2.1) related decisions
PLO3
Distinguish and analyze ethical problems that occur in business and society.
(2.2)
PLO4
Apply leadership skills and competencies in business situations.
(3.1)
PLO1
Demonstrate effective communication with individuals, teams, and large group.
(4.1)
PLO5 Illustrate how current technologies and decision-support tools can be utilized to the advantage
(4.2) of business operations.
College Learning Outcomes
Course
(Use Program LO Code #s provided in the Program Specifications)
LOs #
1.1 2.1 2.2 3.1 4.1 4.2
1.1
2.1
2.2
3.1

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 4.1
4.2

7. Schedule of Assessment Tasks for Students During the Semester

Assessment task (e.g. essay, test, group project, examination, Proportion of Total
Week Due
speech, oral presentation, etc.) Assessment
1. Midterm 1 5 10%
2. Class Participation – half assigned 7 10%
3. Individual Written Assignment 9 10%
4. Midterm 2 8 15%
5. Group Project 13 25%
6. Oral Presentation (Class Participation – half of) 15/16 10%
After week
7. Final Exam 20%
16

D. Student Academic Counseling and Support

1. Arrangements for availability of faculty and teaching staff for individual student consultations and
academic advice. (include amount of time teaching staff are expected to be available each week)
Office hours minimum
Student Support Center hours (2 hours per week)

E. Learning Resources

1. List Required Textbooks

Robbins and Judge (latest edition) Organizational Behavior - Global edition Pearson Publications – ISBN -
1300040-9

2. List Essential References Materials (Journals, Reports, etc.)

Videos, news material, etc. to be used as required by instructor

3. List Recommended Textbooks and Reference Material (Journals, Reports, etc)

4. List Electronic Materials (e.g. Web Sites, Social Media, Blackboard, etc.)
YouTube – social media – company websites to be used as required by instructor and as current events
each semester determine

5. Other learning material such as computer-based programs/CD, professional standards or regulations and
software.
Instructors resources that accompany the textbook – use of BB to provide forums for group work –
discussion boards on Blackboard – chat session etc. The upgrade of BB has meant that new modes of
learning are able to be utilized

F. Facilities Required

Indicate requirements for the course including size of classrooms and laboratories (i.e. number of seats in
classrooms and laboratories, extent of computer access etc.)

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1. Accommodation (Classrooms, laboratories, demonstration rooms/labs, etc.)
Classroom of a size capable of accommodating all students
Access to the PMU library

2. Computing resources (AV, data show, Smart Board, software, etc.)

Data show, ability to video stream – it is imperative that Blackboard is available at all times and has a
speedy response time

3. Other resources (specify, e.g. if specific laboratory equipment is required, list requirements or attach list)
WIFI access in all classrooms that is stable and speedy

G. Course Evaluation and Improvement Processes

1. Strategies for Obtaining Student Feedback on Effectiveness of Teaching

 Student evaluation that are completed each semester

2. Other Strategies for Evaluation of Teaching by the Program/Department Instructor

 Peer evaluation of assessments

3. Processes for Improvement of Teaching

 Professional development workshops, faculty workshops – personal study

4. Processes for Verifying Standards of Student Achievement (e.g. check marking by an independent member
teaching staff of a sample of student work, periodic exchange and remarking of tests or a sample of
assignments with staff at another institution)
 Samples of assignments and exams placed in shared folder and checked by Dean and coordinator (x3)
 Exams checked for accuracy by peer review process.

5. Describe the planning arrangements for periodically reviewing course effectiveness and planning for
improvement.
 Semester reviews – TIEC review – NCAAA process

Faculty or Teaching Staff: Dr. Beverly McNally, Dr. Wael Zaraket, Dr. Dalai Younis

Signature: Date Report Completed: FALL 2016

Received by: Dean/Department Head:

Signature: Date:

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