Critical Synthesis Paper (Subject: Individual in the Organization)

Course- Individual in the Organization Assignment: Critical Synthesis Paper Critical Synthesis Paper Due: September 25, 2015 by 11:59 p.m. EST/EDT This 8- to 10-page paper gives you the opportunity to select and discuss at least five (5) key concepts covered during this module. Topics can be selected from the list of course outcomes articulated below, under course objectives. After clearly summarizing the important aspects of each topic, discuss their relevance to you personally and/or professionally. It is critical that the chosen concepts be supported experientially with real-world applications. You should include relevant outside scholarly research in your paper. When applicable, outside information used in the paper should be cited and noted in a reference list. The paper should demonstrate and utilize higher levels of Bloom's Taxonomy in its narrative. The paper should be 8 to 10 pages in length and follow APA guidelines for format. The paper should have author citations where appropriate, followed by a reference list formatted to APA style. In this module (Individual in the Organization) the focus is on the individual, with primary emphasis on intrapersonal and interpersonal processes. This module will address key concepts and various theories regarding interpersonal relationships, human communication, personality, human nature, conflict, and productivity. The basic question addressed is, “What does it mean to be fully human?” The answer is at the heart of any theory of management. Often the question is not directly addressed, but is an underlying assumption of a particular management theory. The question is important enough to explicitly address the question in establishing a comprehensive theory of management and organizational behavior. COURSE OBJECTIVES At the completion of the course, the you should be able to: • Articulate the basic ideals of individual behavior • Recognize the multiple dimensions of interpersonal communications • Identify strengths and weaknesses of various interpersonal communication theories • Demonstrate basic oral and written communication strategies • Recognize the value of various dimensions of diversity in the workplace • Apply techniques for overcoming communication barriers • Articulate the basic tenants of organizational behavior • Utilize communications strategies that will increase business and personal communication effectiveness • Recognize interpersonal conflict and apply methodologies for managing it • Integrate “aspects of life” in ways that improve work and personal meaning and purpose • Apply techniques for improving personal, oral, and written communication • Articulate the basic characteristics of organizational culture