Organizational behavior

The aim of this program is to deepen our understanding of human behavior within organizations. We will look at the factors that influence the behavior of individuals and groups, such as individual differences, motivation, group phenomena, and leadership.

training informations

Short program (FC)

duration

3 days spread over 1 month

price

CHF 2’250

language

English, French

location

Onsite

internationally recognized

hands-on & practical course

Presentation of the program

Organizational behavior focuses on the impact of individuals, groups and structures on human behavior within organizations, with the aim of applying this knowledge to improve organizational effectiveness. The aim of this short program is to deepen our understanding of human behavior in organizations. To do this, we will first look at individual factors such as individual differences and values that explain behavior.

Next, we will discuss various theories of human motivation to better predict how a manager can understand human psychological needs and create motivating tasks for employees. We then move on to a group perspective, discussing group processes such as diffusion of responsibility, conformity, and groupthink.

We end by discussing different leadership styles that can improve organizational processes with a particular focus on charismatic leadership.

Learning objectives

Develop a general and critical understanding of the key concepts of organizational behavior.
Initiate introspective reflection based on your personality and personal experience to improve your people skills.
Structure the knowledge acquired in organizational behavior for managerial or leadership situations.

Target audience

Anyone in charge of a department or team wishing to develop their human and organizational skills.
Managers or future managers wishing to develop and review their leadership behaviors and practices.
Managers and future managers wishing to help their teams achieve sustainable performance through a more human approach.

About the program

This short program Organizational behavior was built for professionals seeking to learn about fundamental concepts and then practice them trough practical exercises. There is a strong emphasis on practical application supported by academic excellence, with the use of exercises and break-out groups, industry examples and guest speakers. The fundamental notions will be presented beforehand, then supplemented and illustrated by numerous practical exercises based on real cases .

This approach will allow the participants to deploy the concepts presented during the course as well as forging a strong analytical mindset to tackle future challenges they might face on .

our speakers

Nicolas Bastardoz Lecturer

English, French

main program

Leadership

Management

4.3

Team management

15 days spread over 6 months

CAS

English, French

onsite

Program's sessions

You can see all our open program sessions in Organizational behavior below. Click on the session you are interested in or check the full calendar.

September 2026

full

full dates: 24, 25 and 26 September 2026
language: French
registration: Before 20 August 2026

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October 2026

open

full dates: 8, 9 and 10 October 2026
language: English
registration: Before 03 September 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Why do some people react so differently at work?

The program helps you understand the impact of individual differences, values, and experiences. You learn to analyze these variations without reducing them to snap judgments. This understanding improves the quality of your interactions and your decisions.

How do I motivate my team members in a lasting way?

The module explores the main drivers of motivation. You understand the role of meaning, recognition, and autonomy in engagement. This perspective helps you design more stimulating tasks.

Why do some groups make poor collective decisions?

You analyze phenomena such as conformity and groupthink. The program shows you how these dynamics can affect the quality of choices. This awareness strengthens your ability to facilitate more open discussions.

How do I better understand team dynamics?

You work on group processes and their effects on performance. The module helps you identify the mechanisms behind cooperation or tension. This understanding enables more precise team management.

Is this useful even if I already have management experience?

Yes. The program provides a structured framework for revisiting your past experiences. You develop a deeper understanding of the behaviors you have observed. This perspective enriches your practice.

How do I connect human behavior and performance?

The module shows that organizational effectiveness also depends on human factors. You learn to integrate these dimensions into the way you manage. This approach strengthens the consistency between objectives and practices.

How do I better understand my own leadership style?

You are invited into an introspective reflection on your personality and values. The program helps you identify your strengths and your blind spots. This self-awareness supports more conscious leadership.

How can I apply these concepts in my daily professional life?

The concepts are illustrated through examples and peer exchanges. You can analyze a real situation using the frameworks provided. This new perspective makes it easier to make concrete adjustments in your practice.

What are the terms and conditions applicable to this course ?

The Organizational behavior course is subject to the terms and conditions available here

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The quality of the training and the professionalism of the instructors are reflective of HEC Lausanne.

Benjamin Flachs

Former participant