Syllabus - PSYC603

PSYC603 - Managerial Psychology

Description:
This course will explore the psychological influences on the development and behavior of managers and organizational leaders. Topics include: follower influences, nature vs. nurture in the development of leaders, relationship of personality to leadership style, behavioral decision- making biases, tactical, operational, and strategic decision-making , group think, and scenario planning.

Outcomes:

  • Assess your current leadership style using the Leadership Personality Assay
  • Evaluate your current managerial competencies
  • Critically compare a set of management or leadership approaches
  • Construct a personal management philosophy
  • Analyze a positive management model organization

Required Text(s):

  • Martin, R. (2022). A new way to think. Harvard Business Review Press. ISBN 978164782511
  • Dimitriadis, N, & Psychogios, A. (2020). Neuroscience for leaders: Practical insights to successfully lead people and organizations (2nd ed). Kogan Page. ISBN 9781789662146