Organisational Behaviour in the Public Sector

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Organisational Behaviour in the Public Sector

PUAD 2004AED

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Organisational Behaviour in the Public Sector

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Course Coordinator:

Dr Percy Lui, BSocSc (CUHK); MPA, PhD (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Virginia, USA)

Course Developer:

TBC

COMP 2010SED Computing Fundamentals with Java is a two-term, six-credit-unit, 2000-level course within the Bachelor of Computing with Honours in Internet Technology (BCITH) programme suite and the Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computing and Networking (BSCICNH) programme suite. It is a compulsory course for BCITH and BSCICNH. This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in the fundamentals of computing and is suitable for students who do not have prior experience in programming. The problem solving aspect of computing will be emphasised. The main focus is to learn an object-oriented programming language (Java) and use it to solve problems. The software development cycle will also be introduced.

Aims

This course aims to enhance students' knowledge of organisational behaviour in the public sector.

Contents

  1. Organisational theory and behaviour
  2. Differences between public and private sectors
  3. Organisational behaviour in public and private sectors
  4. Organisational behaviour in the Hong Kong public sector

Learning support

The study units, together with five face-to-face tutorials and one supplementary lecture are the main strategies to help students achieve the learning outcomes. Students can also consult the tutor by phone or email about the study units, set book and assigned readings within the designated telephone tutoring hours.

Assessment

To pass the course, students must pass both the continuous assessment and the final examination.

Students are required to submit two individual written assignments, which have a value of 50% of the total course grade. The final examination will be of two hours' duration and have a value of 50% of the total course grade.

Online requirement

Students are required to submit assignments via the Online Learning Environment (OLE).

Equipment

A PC-compatible computer ready for connecting to the Internet is essential. The minimum configuration of the computer is:

  • PC with an x86 CPU or equivalent
  • 1GB RAM
  • Hard disk
  • Sound card with speakers

You need to be familiar with the basic use of a computer including keyboard, mouse and word processing software. Experience in using email, the Internet and the World Wide Web is also essential.

Software

You should have Windows with Microsoft Word. Other software will be downloaded from the Internet. You may need to use OpenOffice to prepare assignment answers.

Set book(s)

Fenwick, J. (2022). Organizational behaviour in the public sector: A critical introduction. Emerald Publishing Limited.

Students with disabilities or special educational needs

The audio and visual components of this course may cause difficulties for students with an audio or visual handicap. You are encouraged to seek advice from the Course Coordinator before enrolling on this course.