In Lecture 2, you will learn the classical organization theory, which emphasizes the importance of structure. The structural frame focuses on norms and rationality. Behind this paradigm is actually the Newtonian mechanics.You will also get to know something about the important works in organization theory written by the most influential authors of the field.

Before any lecture either open or save to your computer the assigned PowerPoint presentations.

Assignment before the lecture: Read chapter 3 from the course book B & D.

Open or save the PowerPoint slides related to this lecture S1_L2.pdf​

Listen to the lecture, and afterwards do the assignment given below.

Write your learning experiences into your personal reflective report. The reflective reports for all lectures will be submitted in one file after lecture 4.

Assignment after the lecture: Read articles 5 - 7 from the course book S & O & J.