MAN 128

6.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

By the end of the course, students will

(A)

Students will define human relations as it is used in business and demonstrate an understanding of its importance to the individual.

(B)

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the importance of the communication process and the filters that affect communication.

(C)

Students will identify ways to improve both personal and organizational communications.

(D)

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the impact of attitudes on the success of individuals as well as organizations.

(E)

Students will explain why high self-esteem is essential for effective human relations and success at work.

(F)

Students will demonstrate an understanding of communication style bias and its effect on interpersonal relations in organizations.

(G)

Students will identify the four basic communication styles and identify their own preferred communication style -- emotive, directive, reflective, and supportive.

(I)

Students will explain the application of motivational theories such as McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y, and contemporary motivational strategies being used by organizations today.

(J)

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the formation of personal values and the importance of ethical conduct in organizations.

(K)

Students will explain how constructive self-disclosure contributes to improved interpersonal relationships and teamwork.

(L)

Students will explain the critical role of emotions in the workplace.

(M)

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the importance of positive reinforcement.

(N)

Students will explain the importance of appearance and positive impressions.

(O)

Students will explain the importance of teamwork in an organizational setting.

(P)

Students will identify basic conflict management strategies and critical thinking processes in order to solve problems.

(Q)

Students will explain how individuals can effectively cope with stress and manage the rapid changes taking place in the world today.

(R)

Students will identify ways individuals and organizations can enhance work force diversity.

(S)

Students will describe how traditional roles are changing for men and women and identify ways to cope with gender-biased behaviors.

1.	TITLE OF COURSE:	Human Relations in Organizations
	PREFIX/NUMBER:	MAN 128	CREDIT HOURS:	3
2.	PREREQUISITE:	None

3.	RESOURCES NEEDED:
	TEXT:	Effective Human Relations, 9th Edition, Barry L. Reece, Virginia Polytechnic Institute, Rhonda Brandt, Springfield College. Effective Human Relations Workbook, 9th Edition
	SUPPLIES:	Notebooks and pens for note taking and homework preparation.
4.	COURSE DESCRIPTION:	Instructs students in the integration of people into work situations; motivating them to work productively, cooperatively, and with economic, psychological, and social satisfaction. This course focuses on those human relation skills which are needed by students to be well rounded and prepared for the world of work.
5.	COURSE GOAL:	To understand that working productively and cooperatively with one's fellow employees, supervisors, and subordinates is a necessity for success.

7.	EVALUATION PROCEDURES: A minimum of four tests will be given. These tests will consist of multiple-choice, true-false, and/or short answer questions. These will be worth 60 percent of the final grade. Various assignments will be given throughout the semester. These assignments will consist of short quizzes, chapter questions, case problems, study guide exercises, written and oral reports, and other writing assignments. These assignments will be worth 40 percent of the final grade. The final grade will be based on a percentage of total possible points.
		Grading Scale Raw Score Range	Letter Grade
		90 to 100	A
		80 to 89	B
		70 to 79	C
		60 to 69	D
		0 to 59	F

Special Remarks:
1.	Attendance: College policy states that students may be dropped from enrollment when absent 20% of the scheduled class meetings. If enrolled from the beginning of the term, 15 hours will usually constitute 20% of a four-credit semester course which meets five hours per week. Reinstatement procedures are described in the PCC catalog.
2.	Tardy Policy: A student who is late three times (enters classroom after the instructor has taken roll) will be charged with one full absence unless the student can provide valid reasons for one or more of these tardies.
3.	Assignments/Missed Exams: It is the student's responsibility, whether present or absent, to obtain all material presented and to complete all course assignments. If prior arrangements are made or extenuating circumstances exist, makeup of tests may be allowed. Home work is due at the beginning of class, late homework papers will not be accepted unless those same extenuating circumstances exist. Makeup of quizzes is to be at the instructor's discretion.

8.	COURSE OUTLINE (15 WEEK SEMESTER)
	Tentative Schedule
	I.	Unit 1 -- Introduction to Human Relations	3.0 hours
	II.	Unit 2 -- Improving Personal and Organizational Communications	4.0 hours
	III.	Unit 3 -- Understanding Your Communication Style	4.0 hours
	IV.	Test No. 1 -- Chapters 1, 2, and 3	1.0 hour
	V.	Unit 4 -- Building High Self-Esteem	5.0 hours
	VI.	Unit 5 -- Personal Values Influence Ethical Choices	3.0 hours
	VII.	Unit 6 -- Attitudes Can Shape Your Life	3.0 hours
	VIII	Test No. 2 -- Chapters 4, 5, and 6	1.0 hour
	IX.	Unit 7 -- Motivating Yourself and Others	3.0 hours
	X.	Unit 8 -- Building Trust With Constructive Self-Disclosure	3.0 hours
	XI.	Unit 9 -- Achieving Emotional Control in a Chaotic World	3.0 hours
	XII.	Unit 13 -- Effective Conflict Resolution Strategies	3.0 hours
	XIII.	Test No. 3 -- Chapters 7, 8, 9, and 13	1.0 hour
	XIV	Unit 14 – Responding to Personal and Work-Related Stress	2.5 hours
	XV.	Unit 15 -- Valuing Work Force Diversity	2. 5 hours
	XVI.	Test No. 4 -- Chapters 14 and 15	1.0 hour
		TOTAL HOURS	43 hours
		(If there is time remaining, the following chapters will be covered briefly.)
		XVII. Unit 10 – Building Stronger Relationships With Positive Energy XVIII. Unit 11 -- Developing a Professional Presence XIX. Unit 12 -- Team Building: A Leadership Strategy XX. Unit 16 -- The Changing Roles of Men and Women XXI. Unit 17 – A Life Plan for Effective Human Relations
	*Unit objectives will be given by the instructor as they are discussed. All testing will be on these objectives only.

	LECTURE OUTLINE:
9.	METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:
	To be successful in this course, students are expected to participate in discussions, readings, in-class writing, assignments, and peer review activities. The instructor may assign point values to such activities.
10.	ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
	The very nature of higher education requires that students adhere to accepted standards of academic integrity. Therefore, Pueblo Community College has adopted a policy of academic conduct as described in the Student Handbook. Violation of academic integrity may be defined to include the following: cheating, plagiarism, falsification and fabrication, abuse of academic materials, complicity in academic dishonesty, and personal misrepresentation. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of the behaviors that constitute academic dishonesty. Sanctions for violating the standards of academic integrity may include warning, probation, suspension, and/or failure of the course or assignment at the discretion of the instructor.
11.	ADA NOTICE:
	Students who have a documented disability may be eligible to receive accommodations for this class. Please contact the Disability Resources Center at 549-3446 for further information.