Organizational Behaviour Course: Individual Dynamics | IIT Guwahati
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 3660 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Core |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Management Studies, Human Resource Management |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 26 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Organizational Behaviour: Decoding the Individual at Work
In the intricate tapestry of an organization, the individual thread is the most fundamental. Understanding why people think, feel, and act the way they do at work is not just an academic exercise—it's the cornerstone of effective leadership, team cohesion, and organizational success. The postgraduate course Organizational Behaviour: Individual Dynamics in Organization, offered by the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, provides a deep dive into this critical area of management studies.
Your Guide: An Expert in Human and Organizational Dynamics
This course is led by Prof. Abraham Cyril Issac, an Assistant Professor in the School of Business at IIT Guwahati. Prof. Issac brings a remarkable interdisciplinary expertise to the subject, holding degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, Psychology, and Business Laws. A Ph.D. from IIT Madras and Swinburne University of Technology, his research is at the forefront of Organizational Behaviour, with a specialized focus on the nuanced construct of "Knowledge Hiding." A recipient of the IIT Madras Institute Research Award 2021 and the R.N. Rajendran Best Thesis Award, his insights are both academically rigorous and practically grounded.
What This Course Offers: A 12-Week Journey into the Human Element
This is a comprehensive, 12-week postgraduate-level program designed to equip students and professionals with the tools to analyze and influence workplace behaviour. The course moves beyond generic theories to focus on the individual as the building block of organizational life, exploring how stable traits and dynamic states shape actions and outcomes.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Analyze the human factors behind organizational events.
- Think critically about workplace situations using theoretical frameworks.
- Undertake better management practices and make informed, people-centric decisions.
Who Should Enroll?
The course is ideally suited for:
- Students pursuing or holding an MBA, EMBA, or postgraduate degree in Psychology.
- Master's students from any discipline interested in human behaviour at work.
- Professionals in HR, team leadership, or general management seeking to deepen their understanding of their workforce.
Industry Support: Any organization where people collaborate will find immense value in the principles taught here, making this knowledge highly applicable across sectors.
Detailed Course Layout: Week-by-Week Breakdown
The curriculum is meticulously structured to build a complete understanding of individual dynamics:
| Week | Core Theme | Key Topics Covered |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | Foundations & Diversity | Evolution of OB, Individual Differences, Diversity, Inclusion, and Ableism. |
| 3-4 | Cognition & Emotion | Perception, Decision-Making, Ethics, Affect, Emotional Intelligence, and Stress. |
| 5-6 | The Inner Self | Personality Theories & Measurement, Workplace Values, Person-Job & Person-Organization Fit. |
| 7-9 | Drive & Growth | Motivational Theories (Early & Contemporary), Job Design, Organizational Justice, and Learning Theories. |
| 10-12 | Advanced Applications | Creativity, Psychological Capital, Mindfulness, Knowledge Sharing/Hiding, and Employee Voice/Silence. |
Essential Reading Materials
The course content is supported by seminal textbooks in the field, ensuring a strong theoretical foundation:
- Robbins, Judge, and Vohra - Organizational Behavior (18th Edition)
- McShane and Von Glinow - Organizational Behavior (9th Edition)
- Luthans - Organizational Behavior
Why This Course is Essential for Modern Professionals
In today's complex work environments, technical skills are only half the battle. The ability to navigate interpersonal dynamics, motivate diverse teams, manage one's own emotions, and foster an environment of open knowledge exchange is what separates good managers from great leaders. This course, with its unique focus on cutting-edge topics like knowledge hiding and psychological capital under the guidance of an award-winning expert, provides an unparalleled opportunity to master the science and art of understanding people at work. Enroll to transform your perspective on the most valuable asset in any organization: its people.
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