BE421-6-AU-CO:
Personality Differences at Work: a Myers-Briggs Perspective
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2023/24
Essex Business School
Colchester Campus
Autumn
Undergraduate: Level 6
Inactive
Thursday 05 October 2023
Friday 15 December 2023
15
10 July 2023
Requisites for this module
BE400 or BE401 or BE410
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This module explores the broad area of personality at work mainly through the lens of theMyers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). The module starts with an in-depth exploration of thetheory of Myers-Briggs's Psychological Types, particularly oriented to the ethical commitmentsof the Myers-Briggs (understanding self and others). Following this there are sessions applying the theory to key aspects of the work environment (for example, communication, career
management, leadership, conflict) and sessions examining its origins as a development from Carl Jung's theories, criticisms of the theory and comparisons with other theories of personality(the Five Factor Theory and Temperament Theory).
While there are no prerequisites for this module, in terms of substantive topics the materials are intended to build on second year studies in organisational behaviour (BE410). The theoretical approach adopted is distinct from that of the optional module management psychology (BE434).
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is an internationally recognised model of personality. You will learn the fundamental structure and concepts used in the MBTI, as well as developing an understanding of your own 'psychological type' according to the theory. Over the course of the term it is expected that you will engage reflexively and critically with the theory of the MBTI
and your own 'type'.
The twin purposes of this module are
(i) an academic and critical approach to considering selected topics in Work Psychology (such as Stress, Career Management, Communication, Change and Conflict), and in particular the impact of personality on these
(ii) to encourage you to consider your personality type in relation to future work and careers.
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate a broad understanding of selected topics in work psychology (such as Stress, Career Management, Communication, Change and Conflict);
2. demonstrate a detailed understanding of the origins, theoretical basis and ethical orientation of the MBTI, and how it is applied to topics in work psychology (such as Stress, Career Management, Communication, Change and Conflict);
3. demonstrate a detailed understanding of the similarities and differences between the MBTI and at least one other theory of personality;
4. show a reflexive awareness of the benefit of understanding personality dimensions of oneself and others, particularly with regard to work and careers
Skills for Your Professional Life (Transferable Skills)
A1 Synthesis and bringing together concepts and ideas
A2 Critical thinking
A5 Recognise rival conceptual ideas
D4 Analysing Academic literature
D6 Desk research / netnographic skills
C1 Writing a business report
C3 Expressing ideas for business purposes
C5 Argumentation / Essay writing skills
T1 Core IT skills (word, excel, PowerPoint, outlook)
R5 Identifying application of research
BM1 Ability to adapt different leadership practices and identify leadership opportunities and challenges in organisations
BM3 Ability to develop greater sensitivity and awareness around implied and explicit ethical assumptions and beliefs
The first learning and teaching session will be timetabled for three hours to allow time for all participants on the module to determine their Myers-Briggs type with confidence. Thereafter seminars will be weekly, for two hours each week.
This module does not appear to have a published bibliography for this year.
Assessment items, weightings and deadlines
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Additional coursework information
CW1 (personal reflection, up to 1000 words, worth 30% of module mark) and CW2 (Scenario-based report, up to 2000 words, worth 70% of the module mark.
Exam format definitions
- Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
- In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary,
for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.
Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.
Overall assessment
Reassessment
Module supervisor and teaching staff
Dr Simon Carmel, email: scarmel@essex.ac.uk.
Dr Simon Carmel
ebsugcol@essex.ac.uk
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No external examiner information available for this module.
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