Managing the Human Side of Technological Innovation - MGMT5980

This course examines the management of human resources within the process of technological change and innovation. The course draws from the behavioural science disciplines of psychology and social psychology, and focuses on the individual, the group, and the behavioural processes involved in organisation integration, change and development. Topics covered include personality, attitudes and values, motivation and learning, interpersonal behaviour, group dynamics, leadership and teamwork, decision-making, power and control. Strategies for the successful management of people within new technology implementation are also highlighted