MSOD 614 Small Systems Dynamics and Design (4)

Definitions and improvements of group, intergroup, and interpersonal effectiveness are the focus of this course, along with designing interventions, work and organizations. Methods for increasing performance in teams and small systems are experienced through understanding Intervention methods for creating and managing change. Specific topics include group dynamics, team development, conflict resolution, team and intergroup development, sociotechnical systems, and human centered design.

Student Learning Outcomes

Articulate his or her behaviors, values and motivations relative to team changes.
Design and implement a group formation process intervention, using relevant group dynamics theories.
Enact team-building concepts by productively working in teams with fellow classmates
Practice their ability to give and receive feedback to other people and to organizational representatives
Demonstrate understanding of design thinking in discussions about organization design and approaches to interventions
Demonstrate knowledge of sociotechnical systems and human centered design in observing and analyzing business organizations.

Grading Basis: CR/NC/I