Understanding Motivation and Goal Setting in the Management Environment

Learning Objective

What You'll Learn

• To enable the learner to differentiate between various motivational theories, such as Maslow's hierarchy of needs, Herzberg's two-factor theory, and Expectancy Theory, and explain their relevance in a modern management context.
• To enable the learner to critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different goal-setting techniques, including SMART goals, and identify situations where each technique is most effective.
• To enable the learner to apply specific motivational strategies, informed by relevant theories, to address common challenges in team productivity and performance.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify key motivational theories and goal-setting techniques.

Assessment Methods

• E-assessment

Units & Credit Structure

This unit teaches the principles behind motivation and goal setting and their applications in a managerial context.