Discipline details

Course details

Recommended Prior Knowledge

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Objectives

Main goal: It is intended that students acquire comprehensive knowledge about the importance of individual and social dimensions in organizations and their impact on organizational results.
Specific objectives: At the end of UC, the student must be able to: Understand the evolution of organizational theories considering their social-historical context and the implications for organizational practice. Know the cognitive processes that underlie our understanding of the world and how this affects relationships. Identify individual and group variables that interfere with organizational dynamics. Analyze and present proposed solutions for relational issues that interfere with organizational dynamics and results. Possess soft skills relevant to teamwork.
Teaching Methods

In theoretical-practical classes, the methodology used oscillates between expository and interrogative methods in the presentation of content and active and cooperative learning methods, such as viewing scripts and text analysis, case studies, group work, dynamics of group, and skills development.
Internship(s)

Não
Syllabus

1. INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOSOCIOLOGY
2. THE ORGANIZATION – EVOLUTION OF THEORETICAL PERSPECTIVES:
3. SOCIAL PERCEPTION: 3.1. The preceptive phenomenon and the basic cognitive processes 3.2. Formation of First Impressions. 3.3. Perceptive distortions. 3.4. Individual Level Decision Making.
4. INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: 4.1. Interpersonal communication process. 4.2. Pragmática of communication; 4.3. Barriers to Interpersonal communication; 4.4. Communication Styles; 4.5. Communication and Emotional Intelligence.
5. GROUPS AND INFLUENCE: 5.1. Identity theory; 5.2. Social Influence Theories; . 5.3. Group Level Decision Making.
6. POWER, CONFLICT AND NEGOTIATION: 6.1. Components and dynamics of organizational power, 6.2. Genesis of the conflict and its evolution; 6.3. Resolution Strategies; 6.4. Negotiation as an effective strategy.
Content Explanation

The program contents were defined according to the set of objectives and skills that the curricular unit intends to develop, namely in identifying individual and group/social variables that influence organizational dynamics and consequently result in organizational well-being and productivity.
Methodology Explanation

The teaching methodologies are in coherence with the curricular unit's objectives, as they were selected to guarantee this adjustment. Indeed, the use of expository and interrogative methods of theoretical content and the stimulation of discussion about them allows students to acquire relevant theoretical knowledge and analyze the context. On the other hand, the active and cooperative methodologies allow students to train not only in their interpersonal skills but also in applying theoretical knowledge in practical exercises, bringing them closer to real contexts.
Responsible Lecturer(s)

Liliana Alexandra de Pinto Ferreira Pitacho - 1.º Semester
Bibliography

Cunha, P. M., Rego, A., Cunha, R. C. & Cabral-Cardoso, C. (2016). Manual de Comportamento Organizacional e Gestão. RH Editora.
Fachada, O. (2018). Psicologia das relações interpessoais (3ª edição). Edições Sílabo.
Ferreira, J.M., Neves, J. & Caetano, A. (2011). Manual da Psicossociologia das Organizações. Escolar Editora.
Goleman, D. (2002). Inteligência Emocional, Lisboa: Temas e Debates. Gonçalves, S. (2014). Psicossociologia Do Trabalho e das Organizações: Princípios e Práticas.
Monteiro, A. C. , Caetano, J. , Marques, H. & Lourenço, J. (2012). Fundamentos de Comunicação. Edições Sílabo.
Neves, J. G. , Garrido, M. V. & Simões, E. (2015). Manual de Competências Pessoais, Interpessoais e Instrumentais (3ª edição). Edições Silabo.
Vala, J. & Monteiro, M.B. (2017). Psicologia Social (10ª edição). Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian