Behaviour & Leadership in Organisations (MGMT90040) — The University of Melbourne Handbook

Overview

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This subject develops knowledge of theories of human behaviour in an organisational setting, and leadership theories and practices.

Topics covered include:

Managing employees for peak performance
Developing effective leaders through coaching and mentoring
Evaluating the role of people management for organisational performance

Intended learning outcomes

Appreciate the importance of human resources management to organisational outcomes.
Understand how to develop effective leaders.
Know how behaviour in organisational settings can link to strategy.
Appreciate the practices implemented by 'high performance' organisations.

Generic skills

Analysis and problem solving;
Ability to apply theory and research to problems facing organisations;
Identify practical steps for the management of employee performance in organisations; and
Oral and written communication.

Last updated: 4 March 2025

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