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Management (MGMT)

MGMT 539 Seminar in Organizational Social Networks (3) Learn theory, concepts and methods for research on organizational social networks.

MGMT 539 Seminar in Organizational Social Networks (3)

This course familiarizes doctoral students with the theory, research and methodological issues connected with social network analysis in organizational contexts. The course encompasses topics from the micro level (e.g., cognition and networks) to the macro level (e.g., interorganizational networks) and introduces a range of network ideas concerned with centrality, structural holes, embeddedness, and social capital. Class periods will consist mainly of focused discussion of academic papers, but will also include discussion of data analysis exercises, and student presentations. Upon completion of the course, students should have a good grasp of social network concepts and methods and be able to use them to conduct research. The course requirements include participation in discussion, the completion of data analysis exercises, and the writing of a research paper. The course is designed for 15 students and is likely to be offered once every two years.
General Education: None
Diversity: None
Bachelor of Arts: None
Effective: Summer 2004
Prerequisite: admission to a doctoral program at PSU

Note : Class size, frequency of offering, and evaluation methods will vary by location and instructor. For these details check the specific course syllabus.