Welcome to the dedicated web page for the AKTU MBA 1st Semester course on Management Concepts & Organisational Behaviour (BMB 101). This foundational course is carefully designed to introduce students to the essential principles of management and the dynamics of human behaviour within organisations. It bridges classical management theory with modern behavioural science, equipping future managers with the tools to lead, motivate, and organise effectively in today’s competitive business landscape. The course follows the AICTE Model Curriculum & NEP 2020, effective from the academic session 2024-25.
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Course Code: BMB 101 | Course Credit: 3 | Contact Hours: 40 | Internal: 30 Marks | End Semester: 70 Marks | Total: 100 Marks
UNIT I: Fundamentals of Management
Fundamentals of Management: Management practices from past to present, Different levels of management, Managerial skills and Managerial Functions, Planning – Objective of planning, Planning process, Types of planning, Types of plans, Management by Objective, Decision-making – types, process & techniques.
- Management practices from past to present
- Different levels of management
- Managerial skills and managerial functions
- Planning
- Objective of planning
- Planning process
- Types of planning
- Types of plans
- Management by Objective
- Decision-making – types, process & techniques
UNIT II: Organising & Staffing
Organising & Staffing: Types of organization, Organization structure, delegation and decentralization of authority, Meaning of staffing, Recruitment, selection & placement, Training & development. Directing & Controlling – Principle of directing, Essence of coordination, Different control techniques, Management by exception.
- Types of organization
- Organization structure
- Delegation and decentralization of authority
- Meaning of staffing
- Recruitment
- Selection & placement
- Training & development
- Directing & Controlling
- Case Studies
UNIT III: Fundamentals of Individual Behavior
Fundamentals of Individual Behavior: Concepts of OB, OB Model, Components of OB, Personality, types of personality, Personal effectiveness, Attitudes – Meaning, Types, Components, attitude formation and attitude change. Meaning & Type of Group Behaviour, Interpersonal skills, Transactional Analysis, Johari Window, Meaning of Perception, process, behavioral applications of perception.
- Concepts of OB
- OB Model
- Components of OB
- Personality
- Types of personality
- Personal effectiveness
- Attitudes
- Meaning & Type of Group Behaviour
- Interpersonal skills
- Transactional Analysis
- Johari Window
- Perception
UNIT IV: Motivation
Motivation: Theory of Motivation – Maslow’s, Herzberg’s, McClelland. Contemporary theories of Motivation: Self Determination Theory, Self Efficacy Theory, Vroom’s Expectancy Theory, Equity Theory, Reinforcement Theory.
- Theory of Motivation
- Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
- Herzberg’s two factor theory
- McClelland theory of need
- Contemporary theories of Motivation
UNIT V: Leadership
Leadership: What is leadership, types of leaders and leadership styles, traits and qualities of effective leader, Trait theory, LSM – Leadership Situational Model, Team Building, Tuckman Model of Team Development. Organizational Change: Meaning of organizational change, approaches to managing organizational change, creating a culture for change, implementing the change, Kurt Lewin Model of change.
- What is leadership
- Types of leaders and leadership styles
- Traits and qualities of effective leader
- Trait theory
- LSM – Leadership Situational Model
- Team Building
- Tuckman Model of Team development
- Organizational Change
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Course Objectives of BMB 101
- To provide fundamentals of management concepts and theories.
- To help the students understand the concepts of organizational behaviour.
- To apply the concepts of management and organizational behaviours in real-world situations.
- Familiarizing the students with the contemporary challenges and prospects in management.
- Developing managerial and leadership skills among students.
Download BMB 101 Official Syllabus PDF
Download the official AKTU MBA BMB 101 – Management Concepts & Organisational Behaviour syllabus as prescribed by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow. Effective from Session 2024-25, as per AICTE Model Curriculum & NEP 2020.
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Course Outcomes
| Course Outcomes | Bloom’s Taxonomy |
| CO 1: Developing understanding of managerial practices and their perspectives. | Knowledge (K2) · Remembering (K1) |
| CO 2: Understanding and Applying the concepts of organizational behavior. | Knowledge (K2) · Applying (K4) |
| CO 3: Applying the concepts of management and analyze organizational behaviors in real world situations. | Applying (K4) · Analyzing (K5) |
| CO 4: Comprehend and practice contemporary issues in management. | Comprehending (K3) |
| CO 5: Applying managerial and leadership skills among students. | Applying (K4) |
Suggested Readings for BMB 101
- Koontz Harold & Weihrich Heinz – Essentials of Management, Tata McGraw Hill, 5th Edition, 2008.
- L. M. Prasad – Principles and Practices of Management, Sultan Chand & Sons, 7th Edition, 2007.
- Stephen P. Robbins – Organizational Behaviour, 12th Edition, Prentice Hall.
- Dr. Premvir Kapoor – Principles and Practices of Management, Khanna Publishing House, Delhi.
- Robbins & Coulter – Management, Prentice Hall of India, 9th Edition.
- George R. Terry & S.G. Franklin – Principles of Management, AITBS, Delhi.
- N M Khandelwal – Indian Ethos & Values for Management, Himalayan Publishing.
- Fred Luthans – Organizational Behaviour, 12th Edition, McGraw Hill International Edition.
- Aswathappa K – Organizational Behaviour (Text, Cases and Games), Himalaya Publication.
- Udai Pareek – Organizational Behavior, Oxford University Press.
Management Concepts & Organisational Behaviour is the cornerstone of every successful MBA journey. This course lays the intellectual and practical foundation that shapes future leaders, strategic thinkers, and effective organisational decision-makers. Through a blend of classical theories, modern frameworks, and real-world case applications, students emerge with not just knowledge — but the mindset of a true manager. We are thrilled to be your learning companion as you take your first step into the world of management. Stay curious, stay motivated, and embrace the transformational journey ahead!