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Contact Information
See detailed faculty information in Canvas.
Course Description
This course discusses managerial competence in understanding the human output of organizations from the viewpoints of individual,
group, and organizational systems levels. Emphasis is given to assessing one's personality and values and to applying course material
to one's work environment. (Formerly BUSI 500)
Requisites
Prerequisites
ACCT 511 or BMAL 590 or BUSI 561 or Bus Cmn Pro Cpnt/27hr BUSI Req with a score of 3
Rationale
Without wise application of organizational behavior, no manager can consistently manage effectively or efficiently. Such knowledge
and ability is foundational to the Master of Business Administration program. It should also be anticipated that many of the topics
presented in this course will be studied in much greater depth in subsequent courses. It is presupposed that those who know
organizational behavior best are those who first understand their behavior individually, in teams, and in organizational structures. This
course does not utilize groups; it focuses on the student individually.
Measurable Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
A. A. Discuss various frames of organizational behavior, including political, structural, and human resource systems.
B. Examine the impact of individual behavior on organizations.
C. Explain various aspects of group dynamics including communication, conflict, negotiation, contemporary issues, and politics.
D. Relate insights gained through self-assessment to organizational behavior and management.
E. Argue for the relevance of biblical truths to organizational behavior issues and concepts.
Course Resources
Required Resource Purchases
Kinicki, A., & Fugate, M. (2020). Organizational behavior: A practical, problem-solving approach plus Connect. McGraw-Hill. ISBN:
9781260075076. (This required resource has been provided in this course as an e-book). However, if the student prefers a physical
copy of the book, he or she may purchase it through the Liberty University Online bookstore (https://bncvirtual.com/liberty), BNC
Virtual. The purchase of the physical copy of the textbook is optional.
Online · School of Business · Graduate Business
Organizational Behavior
BMAL-500
Fall B 2021 Section B04 08/23/2021 to 10/15/2021 Modified 08/12/2021
1 of 6
https://liberty.campusconcourse.com/#content
https://bncvirtual.com/liberty
Kroeger, O., Thuesen, J. M., & Rutledge, H. (2002). Type talk at work: How the 16 personality types determine your success on the job
(Revised and Updated ed.). New York, NY: Dell Publishing. ISBN: 9780440509288.
Disclaimer: The above resources provide information consistent with the latest research regarding the subject area. Liberty University
does not necessarily endorse specific personal, religious, philosophical, or political ...
1. This is where you add the data-cardiovascular disease and the
resource
See detailed faculty information in Canvas.
This course discusses managerial competence in understanding
the human output of organizations from the viewpoints of
individual,
group, and organizational systems levels. Emphasis is given to
assessing one's personality and values and to applying course
material
to one's work environment. (Formerly BUSI 500)
2. Requisites
Prerequisites
ACCT 511 or BMAL 590 or BUSI 561 or Bus Cmn Pro
Cpnt/27hr BUSI Req with a score of 3
Without wise application of organizational behavior, no
manager can consistently manage effectively or efficiently.
Such knowledge
and ability is foundational to the Master of Business
Administration program. It should also be anticipated that many
of the topics
presented in this course will be studied in much greater depth in
subsequent courses. It is presupposed that those who know
organizational behavior best are those who first understand their
behavior individually, in teams, and in organizational
structures. This
course does not utilize groups; it focuses on the student
individually.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be
able to:
A. A. Discuss various frames of organizational behavior,
including political, structural, and human resource systems.
B. Examine the impact of individual behavior on organizations.
C. Explain various aspects of group dynamics including
communication, conflict, negotiation, contemporary issues, and
politics.
D. Relate insights gained through self-assessment to
organizational behavior and management.
E. Argue for the relevance of biblical truths to organizational
behavior issues and concepts.
3. Required Resource Purchases
Kinicki, A., & Fugate, M. (2020). Organizational behavior: A
practical, problem-solving approach plus Connect. McGraw-
Hill. ISBN:
9781260075076. (This required resource has been provided in
this course as an e-book). However, if the student prefers a
physical
copy of the book, he or she may purchase it through the Liberty
University Online bookstore (https://bncvirtual.com/liberty),
BNC
Virtual. The purchase of the physical copy of the textbook is
optional.
Online · School of Business · Graduate Business
Organizational Behavior
BMAL-500
Fall B 2021 Section B04 08/23/2021 to 10/15/2021 Modified
08/12/2021
1 of 6
https://liberty.campusconcourse.com/#content
https://bncvirtual.com/liberty
Kroeger, O., Thuesen, J. M., & Rutledge, H. (2002). Type talk
at work: How the 16 personality types determine your success
on the job
(Revised and Updated ed.). New York, NY: Dell Publishing.
ISBN: 9780440509288.
Disclaimer: The above resources provide information consistent
4. with the latest research regarding the subject area. Liberty
University
does not necessarily endorse specific personal, religious,
philosophical, or political positions found in these resources.
Recommended Resource Purchase
American Psychological Association. Publication manual of the
American Psychological Association (Current ed.).
Washington, DC:
Author.
Additional Materials for Learning
A. Computer with basic audio/video output equipment
B. Internet access (broadband recommended)
C. Canvas recommended browsers
(https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Canvas-Basics-
Guide/What-are-the-browser-and-
computer-requirements-for-Canvas/ta-p/66)
D. Microsoft Word
Textbook readings and lecture presentations
Course Requirements Checklist
After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the
student will complete the related checklist found in the Course
Overview.
Discussions (4)
Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore,
the student is required to create a thread in response to the
provided prompt for each forum. Each thread must be 500–750
5. words and must include at least 4 scholarly sources and
citations
in current APA format. In addition to the thread, the student is
required to reply to at least 2 other classmates’ threads, and
each
reply must contain at least 2 scholarly sources and citations in
current APA format. Each reply must be 200–250 words and
must
include an analysis of the classmate’s thread. If possible, the
student must base the analysis on any experience from his/her
own
professional career. Replies must also integrate the assigned
module/week’s required reading in a logical and relevant
manner.
Acceptable sources include peer-reviewed articles, at least 1
Scripture passage, and the textbook (either Type Talk at Work
or
Organizational Behavior). Scholarly resources can be no older
than 5 years.
Projects (2)
The student will discuss his/her results of 2 free personality
tests (Myers-Briggs and Jung). Each discussion will be a
separate
project completed in Connect. The student is required to include
at least 5 scholarly sources no older than 5 years old. Specific
resource possibilities are listed in each Blackboard instructions
document. Each project must be at least 6 pages; the title page,
abstract, and reference page do not count toward the overall
page count. Each project must be completed in current APA
format.
Research Paper
The student will provide a scholarly, peer-reviewed article in
Module/Week 1 pertaining to theories in organizational
behavior from
6. the course. Upon approval from the instructor, the student will
prepare the research paper according to the written instructions
for
Module/Week 7. The article must be current in research and no
older than 5 years. Other specific resource possibilities are
listed
in the Blackboard instructions document. The research paper
must be 8–10 pages; the title page, abstract, and reference page
do
not count toward the overall page count. The paper must be
completed in current APA format.
Quizzes (6)
Each quiz will cover the Reading & Study material for the
assigned module/week. Each test will be open-book/open-notes,
contain
25 multiple choice and true/false questions, and have a time
limit of 50 minutes.
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Course Requirements
Checklist
10
Discussions (4 at 50 pts ea) 200
Projects (2 at 150 pts ea) 300
7. Research Paper 200
Quizzes (6 at 50pts ea) 300
Total 1010
Quizzes/Tests/Exams
For timed quizzes/tests/exams, the student is required to
complete the quiz/test/exam within the assigned time. For the
student who
exceeds this time limit, a penalty of 1 point will be deducted for
each minute, or part thereof, he/she exceeds the assigned time
limit.
Late Assignment Policy
Course Assignments, including discussions, exams, and other
graded assignments, should be submitted on time.
If the student is unable to complete an assignment on time, then
he or she must contact the instructor immediately by email.
Assignments that are submitted after the due date without prior
approval from the instructor will receive the following
deductions:
1. Late assignments submitted within one week after the due
date will receive up to a 10% deduction.
2. Assignments submitted more than one week and less than 2
weeks late will receive up to a 20% deduction.
3. Assignments submitted two weeks late or after the final date
of the course will not be accepted outside of special
8. circumstances (e.g. death in the family, significant personal
health issues), which will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
by
the instructor.
4. Group projects, including group discussion threads and/or
replies, and assignments will not be accepted after the due date
outside of special circumstances (e.g. death in the family,
significant personal health issues), which will be reviewed on a
case-by-case basis by the instructor.
Disability Assistance
Students with a disability and those with medical conditions
associated with pregnancy may contact Liberty University’s
Online
Office of Disability Accommodation Support (ODAS) at
[email protected] for accommodations. Such accommodations
require appropriate documentation of your condition. For more
information about ODAS and the accommodations process,
including how to request an accommodation, please visit
https://www.liberty.edu/online/online-disability-
accommodation-
support/ (https://www.liberty.edu/online/online-disability-
accommodation-support/). Requests for accommodations not
related
to disabilities or pregnancy must be directed to the Registrar’s
Office, which generally handles medical needs support.
If you have a complaint related to disability discrimination or
an accommodation that was not provided, you may contact
ODAS or
the Office of Equity and Compliance by phone at (434) 592-
4999 or by email at [email protected] Click to see a
full copy of Liberty’s Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual
Misconduct Policy
9. 3 of 6
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.liberty.edu/online/online-disability-
accommodation-support/
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.liberty.edu/media/1226/Liberty_University_Discri
mination_Harassment_and_Sexual_Misconduct_ Policy.pdf
(https://www.liberty.edu/media/1226/Liberty_University_Discri
mination_Harassment_and_Sexual_Misconduct_Policy.pdf) or
the Student Disability Grievance Policy and Procedures
(http://www.liberty.edu/media/8021/Disability_Grievance_Proc
edures.pdf).
Course Attendance
In an effort to comply with U.S. Department of Education
policies, attendance is measured by physical class attendance or
any
submission of a required assignment within the enrollment dates
of the course (such as examinations, written papers or projects,
any discussion posts, etc.) or initiating any communication with
one’s professor regarding an academic subject. More
information
regarding the attendance policy
(https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?
url=https%3A%2F%2Fwiki.os.liberty.edu%2Fdisplay%2FIE%2
FOnline%2BAttendance%2Band%2BNon-
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91431fa6ac547056b5408d833029e1a%7Cbaf8218eb3024465a99
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erved=0) can be found in the Academic Course Catalogs
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1fa6
ac547056b5408d833029e1a% 7Cbaf8218eb3024465a9934a39c97
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nF%2B2ZJUC8eBd1OdNb26S9ADukODYsilXlA%3D&reserved
=0). Regular attendance in online courses is expected
throughout the
length of the term. Students who do not attend within the first
week of a sub-term by submitting a required academic
assignment
(such as the Course Requirements Checklist, an examination,
written paper or project, discussion post, or other academic
activity) will be dropped from the course. Students who wish to
re-engage in the course are encouraged to contact Academic
Advising to discuss their enrollment options. Students who
begin an online course, but at some point in the semester cease
attending, and do not provide official notification to withdraw,
will be assigned a grade of “FN” (Failure for Non-Attendance
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2&sdata=MoMvZdPfza69InuhVHMHAVgu59ZP0Fw45xJTu9PI
BrU%3D&reserved=0)). Students wishing to withdraw from
courses
after the official start date should familiarize themselves with
the withdrawal policy.
Grading Scale
A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D D- F
940-
12. For courses with a Pass/NP final grade, please refer to the
Course Grading section of this syllabus for the assignment
requirements and/or point value required to earn a Passing final
grade.
Add/Drop Policy
The full policy statement and procedures are published in the
Policy Directory
(https://wiki.os.liberty.edu/display/IE/Droppi ng+and+Adding+O
nline+Classes).
Honor Code
Liberty University comprises a network of students, Alumni,
faculty, staff and supporters that together form a Christian
community based upon the truth of the Bible. This truth defines
our foundational principles, from our Doctrinal Statement to the
Code of Honor. These principles irrevocably align Liberty
University’s operational procedures with the long tradition of
university
culture, which remains distinctively Christian, designed to
preserve and advance truth. Our desire is to create a safe,
comfortable
environment within our community of learning, and we extend
our academic and spiritual resources to all of our students with
the
goal of fostering academic maturity, spiritual growth and
character development.
Communities are predicated on shared values and goals. The
Code of Honor, an expression of the values from which our
Doctrinal Statement was born, defines the fundamental
principles by which our community exists. At the core of this
code lie two
essential concepts: a belief in the significance of all individuals,
and a reliance on the existence of objective truth.
14. While we acknowledge that some may disagree with various
elements of the Code of Honor, we maintain the expectation that
our
students will commit to respect and uphold the Code while
enrolled at Liberty University.
Adherence to the principles and concepts established within
facilitates the success of our students and strengthens the
Liberty
community.
The Code of Honor can be viewed in its entirety at
http://www.liberty.edu/index.cfm?PID=19155
(http://www.liberty.edu/index.cfm?PID=19155).
When Topic Notes
Course Overview Student Acknowledgements Course
Requirements Checklist
Technology Integration Set-Up Prepare: Register for Connect
Module 1: Week 1 Learn Read: 3 items
Watch: 1 item
Apply Quiz: Article Submission
Quiz: OB and Personality Traits
Quiz: Extra Credit – Graduate Level Business Program
Assessment
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Apply Discussion: Empowerment or Leadership
Quiz: Leadership and Power
Module 7: Week 7 Learn Read: 2 items
Watch: 1 item
Apply Research Paper Assignment
Quiz: Conflict, Negotiation, Culture, and Structure
Module 8: Week 8 Learn Read: 2 items
Watch: 1 item
Apply Discussion: New AT&T or Not Us
When Topic Notes
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Organizational Behavior BMAL-500Contact InformationCourse
DescriptionRationaleMeasurable Learning OutcomesCourse
ResourcesCourse AssignmentsTextbook readings and lecture
presentationsCourse Requirements ChecklistDiscussions
(4)Projects (2)Research PaperQuizzes (6)Course GradingCourse
PoliciesPoliciesLate Assignment PolicyDisability
AssistanceCourse AttendanceGrading ScaleAdd/Drop
PolicyHonor CodeSchedule
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:::::::::: POPULATION HEALTH
P
opulation health management is
recognized as a means of improv-
ing care quality, clinical outcomes,
effi ciency, and even fi nancial outcomes.
Because it offers so many benefi ts,
population health management seems
poised to become a practice that is
widely adopted by healthcare provid-
ers. But, transitioning to a population
health model is not without challenges,
and many healthcare teams run into
obstacles ranging from staffi ng to strat-
egy development. Fortunately, smart
use of the patient engagement technol-
ogy that most teams already have in
place can make implementing a popu-
lation health program less of a struggle.
Will there be staffi ng challenges?
A popular belief among healthcare
providers is that population health
management programs either put sig-
nificant strain on staff or require ad-
ditional hires. In fact, a West survey
revealed that 44% of providers expect
that adopting a population health pro-
gram will create staffing issues. It is
not surprising that healthcare teams
feel population health management
18. requires staffing adjustments. A well-
executed program involves analyzing
clinical data, stratifying patients by
risk and disease, developing personal-
ized outreach campaigns for subpop-
ulations of patients, regularly com-
municating with patients, monitoring
patients between visits, and taking
steps to proactively help patients
avoid adverse health issues. These
responsibilities are not part of the
normal routine for a lot of healthcare
teams. As a result, most providers do
not believe their current staff can sup-
port these efforts. In reality, many of
the tasks associated with population
health management can be automated
and done very efficiently. The task of
patient outreach is a prime example.
As an example, it is not realistic for a
physician to manually contact 500 pa-
tients on a routine basis to see how well
they are managing their blood pressure.
But, staff can easily automate this out-
reach and send targeted messages to a
group of patients that have elevated or
high blood pressure. Patients might re-
ceive a text message reminding them to
fi ll their blood pressure medication and
take it as directed. They could be sent
a voice message that prompts them to
complete a survey about their lifestyle
and symptoms. Or, patients may get an
email with tips for reducing their sodi-
19. um intake. Messages like these, that are
relevant to a group of patients, can be
sent on a one-to-many basis. This type
of patient communication has a large
reach, but it requires minimal staff time
to execute. The point is, the repetitive
outreach that benefi ts groups of pa-
tients with similar health conditions
and needs can be performed automati-
cally—so the strain on clinical staff is
limited. Staffi ng becomes much less of
a problem when teams rely on auto-
mated technology-enabled communi-
cations to handle portions of the popu-
lation health management process.
Developing a strategy
More than one-third of healthcare
teams are uncertain of how to develop
a population health strategy. West’s
survey revealed that 38% of providers
feel there is a lack of population health
management best practices, which
makes designing a population health
strategy challenging.
Healthcare teams can gain the in-
sights they need for developing their
population health strategy by examin-
ing their own clinical data. Information
from electronic health records is use-
ful for identifying what groups make
up a larger population, and from that
information, the types of support and
communication needed. Practices will
typically want to design a set of com-
20. munications to engage and support
patients with common chronic condi-
tions. That could mean creating a cam-
paign geared toward managing obesity,
and another campaign aimed at man-
aging diabetes.
When designing patient outreach
campaigns, healthcare teams don’t
Navigating population healthhealth
management challenges
need to reinvent the wheel. They sim-
ply need to craft messages that will
engage patients and encourage them to
do things to manage their specifi c con-
ditions. A clinic’s diabetic patients can
be assigned a series of automated com-
munications that alert them when they
are due for an A1c draw, prompt them
to schedule routine foot or eye exams
or report their glucose levels to their
care manager. If providers consider the
ideal behaviors and actions they want
to see from patients, and build their
engagement communication strategy
around those things, they will be on
the right track.
Most providers will want to dedi-
cate a lot of effort to chronic-disease
management, and rightfully so. How-
ever, one tip teams should remember
when building their population health
program is to focus on preventing is-
21. sues across all patients under their
care. That includes prevention for
“healthy” patients, too. Teams can de-
velop outreach campaigns that engage
all patients within their population, so
patients who do not have chronic con-
ditions can maintain their good health.
Conclusion
Despite the obstacles, population
health management provides many
benefits for patients and providers.
Healthcare teams that want to pur-
sue a population health management
program can minimize challenges by
starting to use technology to automate
key processes, and engage and sup-
port patients. HM T
Allison Hart
Vice President of
Marketing,
TeleVox
Solution
s
at West
How healthcare teams can use technology to support
22. population health programs.
By Allison Hart
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