This course emphasizes organizational theory and structure enhancing the student's ability to take action in organizations. The role of the employee and manager in the organizational change process will be discussed, highlighting the complexity of change. Topics such as motivation, risk, social influence, communication, organizational structure, team dynamics, leadership, culture, and power will be presented.

The supervisor's relationship to the total management environment is analyzed. The supervisor's management efforts are discussed, as well as the relationship between supervisor and individual employee. This contemporary course is helpful to any student interested in the principles and practices of effective supervision.