Coursework One Essay, 1,000 words: To demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the learning outcomes of this module you are required to answer ONE question from the choice of three below.
1. Use tools and techniques from the discipline of psychology as they impact on work behaviour.
2. Critically evaluate psychological research undertaken in work organisations and work behaviour.
3. Understand a range of psychological theories and approaches that have been applied to the study of work organisations and work behaviour within the context of HR.
4. Use a range of established techniques to initiate and undertake critical analysis of information and assess its validity adopt multiple perspectives to identify key elements of real-life problems and select appropriate methods/tools for their resolution.
5. Review current research taking into account issues of reliability and validity.
Coursework One Essay, 1,000 words: To demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the learning outcomes of this module you are required to answer ONE question from the choice of three below.
Question 1: Individual Differences in the Workplace
Critically discuss advantages of using theories/models/concepts of personality to help with understanding individual differences in the workplace. In addition include how these theories may or may not be helpful to Work/Business Psychologists, HR professionals and/or Line Managers. Make sure to refer to the psychological literature.
Question 2 – Psychometric testing
Critically evaluate the pros and cons of using psychometric testing in the workplace. Give workplace examples. Make sure to reference and refer to the appropriate psychological literature.
Question 3: Relationships in the Workplace
From the psychological literature use appropriate theories, concepts and/or models/frameworks to discuss dysfunctional behaviour in the workplace. How can this body of work help Work/Business Psychologists, HR Professionals and/or Line Managers to enhance employees’ working lives?
