Understanding identity processes, group dynamics and interpersonal skills are an essential element in any successful organisation in the broadest sense. Group dynamics directly affect the ability of a group/ team to think, learn, and innovate together. This course provides students with a critical understanding of the different theories and practices associated with identity and group dynamics. The objectives of the course are two-fold: 

• To introduce past and present theories of identity and group dynamics by introducing concepts used by (social) psychologists to understand and improve group behaviour. 

• To apply and critical evaluate how identity and group dynamics theories help us to explain and predict real-life experiences. 

Therefore, the course aims at highlighting that a better understanding of key social psychological concepts can contribute to understand and to manage the effectiveness of organisations and groups in various settings.