Dr. Tea Gvelesiani, Associate Professor at the School of Social Sciences at the Georgian Institute of Public Affairs (GIPA), will be visiting the Open University of Cyprus (OUC). Her visit is part of the Erasmus+ International Mobility Programme, specifically for an invited Teaching Assignment. During her stay, Dr. Gvelesiani is delivering a series of open lectures, which are integrated into the Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes in "Business Administration" at the OUC.
Registration for the invited lectures: https://forms.office.com/e/B2S8LQBueA
Live streaming link: https://shorturl.at/tCKcj
Dr. Gvelesiani holds a Doctorate in Psychology and brings two decades of expertise as a lecturer, senior trainer, and organizational development consultant. Her professional background covers a wide range of areas, including leadership, teamwork, human resource management, consumer psychology, and communication. In addition to her academic role at GIPA, she is an associate member of both the European Association of Work and Organizational Psychology (EAWOP) and the Management and Organizational Behavior Teaching Society (MOBTS).
Teaching programme
- 1st Lecture: How Organizational Culture and Structure Shape Employee Behavior
Date: Monday, 25 November 2024
Time: 18:00 – 20:00 (GMT+2)
Format: Online
Overview: The purpose of this lecture is to dive into the powerful impact of organizational culture and structure on employee behaviour. The lecture will explore how the values, beliefs, and practices within an organization influence how people work, communicate, and collaborate. The case study to be reviewed during the session will provide insights for real-world application.
- 2nd Lecture: Mastering Effective Communication and Conflict Management in the Workplace
Date: Tuesday, 26 November 2024
Time: 18:00 – 20:00 (GMT+2)
Format: Hybrid (Online & In-person)
Location: Main OUC Building, 33 Yiannou Kranidioti Avenue, 2220 Latsia, Nicosia
Overview: This hybrid lecture will focus on the essential meaning of communication and conflict management for a productive and harmonious work environment. During the session, participants will review strategies for clear, impactful communication that enhances collaboration and prevents misunderstandings. They will also explore conflict management techniques for resolving disagreements constructively, transforming potential challenges into opportunities for growth. This session will highlight importance of creating effective communication and conflict management systems in the Organization.
- 3rd Lecture: The Power of Motivation
Date: Wednesday, 27 November 2024
Time: 18:00 – 20:00 (GMT+2)
Format: Online
Overview: This session aims to explore the crucial role of motivation in influencing how employees behave, perform, and thrive within an organization. The lecture will discuss the various factors that drive motivation, how it impacts productivity and satisfaction, and why motivated employees are the backbone of a successful workplace.
- 4th Lecture: Emotional Labor, Burnout, and Wellbeing: Why Emotions Matter at Work
Date: Thursday, 28 November 2024
Time: 18:00 – 20:00 (GMT+2)
Format: Online
Overview: This session delves into the impact of emotions in the workplace, focusing on the concepts of emotional labor, burnout, and overall wellbeing. The lecturer will explore how managing emotions in professional settings can be both challenging and essential, and discuss the effects of prolonged emotional strain on mental health and productivity.
