Organization Theory

ECTS : 3

Lecturer in charge : David SANSON (https://dauphine.psl.eu/recherche/cvtheque/sanson-david)

Language of instruction : French

Teaching hours : 36

Course content:

  Learning Objectives:

- Acquire knowledge of the core theoretical foundations of organization theory.

- Understand how organization theory contributes to analyzing and interpreting contemporary organizational life.

- Develop a critical and historical perspective on the evolution of organizational thinking, from classical to contemporary and emerging approaches:

1. Classical Theories

• Scientific Management (Taylorism)
• Human Relations Movement
• Bureaucratic Theory
• Decision-Making Theories
• Contingency Theories

2. Contemporary Approaches

• Power and Politics in Organizations
• (Neo-)Institutional Theories
• Transaction Cost Economics and Agency Theory

3. Cutting-Edge Perspectives

• Critical Management Studies (CMS)
• Paradox Theory
• Actor-Network Theory (ANT)
  

Skills to be acquired:

- Develop a solid understanding of the fundamental principles and key concepts of Organization Theory (OT).

- Acquire the ability to critically apply major OT theoretical frameworks to analyze organizational dynamics and contemporary management issues.

Weighting : 0.50