People, Teams, and Organizations Laboratory

3-3-9 units. Institute LAB · Undergraduate

Develops appreciation for organizational dynamics and competence in navigating social networks, working in a team, demystifying rewards and incentives, leveraging the crowd, understanding change initiatives, and making sound decisions. Laboratory sessions emphasize the importance of the organizational context in influencing which individual styles and skills are effective by employing a wide variety of learning tools, from experiential learning to the more conventional discussion of written cases. Emphasizes use of behavioral science research methods to test hypotheses concerning decision-making, group behavior, and organizational behavior. Laboratory sessions provide instruction and practice in communication including report writing, team projects, and oral and visual presentation. 12 units may be applied to the General Institute Laboratory Requirement.