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CENTRAL UNIVERSITY

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

SEMESTER 1, 2025-2026

COURSE CODE: CBFW 205
LEVEL 200
COURSE: HUMAN BEHAVIOUR IN ORGANISATION
CREDIT HOURS: 3
LECTURER: NOBLE OSEI-BONSU & FREDERICK FRIMPONG
LECTURE 1: INTRODUCTION TO HBO

Understanding Human Behaviour in Organisation

Course Outline and Expectations

  • Discussion of course outline

  • Expectations on the part of lecturers and students

Introduction to Human Behaviour in Organisations (HBO)

  • The course is designed to introduce students to fundamental ideas about how individuals and groups behave in and around organizations.

  • Definition of Human Behaviour:

    • Refers to the way people think, feel, and act.

    • Important to understand that behavior encompasses not only observable actions but also internal processes, including thoughts and feelings.

  • Definition of an Organization:

    • An organization is described as a consciously coordinated social unit, consisting of two or more people, functioning continuously to achieve a common goal or set of goals.

    • Reference: Robbins, Judge & Vohra, 2019.

Nature of Organizations

  • Organizations Defined:

    • Organizations are not just physical buildings; rather, they are comprised of people who interact to achieve their goals.

  • Employee Interaction:

    • Employees exhibit structured patterns of interaction where each individual has specific tasks or roles to fulfill in a coordinated manner.

  • Goals of Organizations:

    • Organizations are driven by goals or a sense of purpose that guide their operations and interactions.

Human Behaviour in Organisation Explained

  • The study of Human Behaviour in Organisation investigates how individuals and groups think, feel, and act within a framework of coordinated activities aimed at achieving collective goals.

Importance of Studying HBO

  • Understanding and predicting the behaviour of individuals within an organization helps make sense of interactions and dynamics in the workplace.

  • Mastering the practices that impact organizational events is critical for effective management and personal development.

  • Gaining insights into human behaviour enhances personal fulfillment through improved understanding of co-workers.

  • Development of interpersonal skills necessary for career advancement is emphasized as a key benefit of studying HBO.

Reading Assignment

  • Consider the various challenges faced by contemporary organizations that necessitate a knowledge and understanding of human behaviour to effectively address.


Overview of Human Behaviour in Organisation (HBO)

  • Core Definitions:

    • Human Behaviour: The way people think, feel, and act, involving both internal processes and observable behavior.

    • Organization: A social unit comprised of 22 or more individuals, consciously coordinated to reach shared goals (Robbins, Judge & Vohra, 2019).

Nature of Organizations

  • People-Centric: Organizations are defined by the people within them and their interactions, not just physical structures.

  • Structured Interaction: Employees follow coordinated patterns and specific roles to execute tasks.

  • Goal-Oriented: Operations are driven by specific organizational objectives and a sense of purpose.

Foundations of HBO Study

  • Focus: Investigating individual and group thoughts, feelings, and actions within coordinated organizational activities.

  • Significance:

    • Workplace Dynamics: Helps predict and understand interactions between individuals.

    • Effective Management: Crucial for mastering practices that influence organizational outcomes.

    • Career Growth: Develops essential interpersonal skills required for advancement.

    • Personal Fulfillment: Provides deeper insights into co-workers and professional relationships.