Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Business and Management Psychology
Course Code
VPUPK_407
Branch of Science
Health sciences
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Agita Ābele
Structure Unit Manager
Kristīne Mārtinsone
Structural Unit
Department of Health Psychology and Paedagogy
Contacts
LASE, Brivibas Drive 333, Riga, LV-1006.
About Study Course
Objective
Support students’ knowledge of theoretical basics of management psychology. Provide insight into the practical application of theoretical knowledge in business in the sports environment. Promote students’ in-depth understanding of the psychological aspects of personnel management and the establishment of an effective work team in order to facilitate the development of an integrative sports specialist.
Preliminary Knowledge
The 1st level of higher education or an academic Bachelor’s degree in sports science has been obtained, or study courses in Social and Communication Psychology, Management Theory have been mastered.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Will be able to analyse the conduct of the management process and leadership theories in psychology.
Individual work and tests
2 comparative analysis of leadership theories and the most relevant concepts in English.
2.Describe motivation theories and decision-making processes.
3.Describe and describe the theories of the group’s development and the psychological specifics of its leadership.
Individual work and tests
2 comparative analysis of leadership theories and the most relevant concepts in English.
Skills
1.Will be able to analyse and apply the insights of motivation theories in the activities of a sports coach and manager.
Individual work and tests
Evaluation of incentive concepts for employees in the field of sport. • Psychological characterisation of decision-making in the activities of a sports specialist.
2.Will be able to analyse the impact of communicative and socio-psychological factors on the professional aspects of the sports team.
Individual work and tests
Psychological characterisation of decision-making in the activities of a sports specialist. • Conflict resolution and discussion methods in the sports team/group.
Competences
1.Will be able to develop a plan for the creation of an effective work team in the field of sport, tailored to a specific social group.
Individual work and tests
Examination
2.Will be able to apply conflict resolution and discussion methods to the sports team/group in a modified manner.
Individual work and tests
Examination • Conflict resolution and discussion methods in the sports team/group.
Assessment
Individual work
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1.
2 comparative analysis of leadership theories and the most relevant concepts in English. |
15.00% from total grade
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10 points
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The selected 2 theories are selected and analyzed and the top 20 English terms are described. |
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2.
Evaluation of incentive concepts for employees in the field of sport. |
15.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Selection and evaluation of the concept of motivation of employees in the field of sport. |
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3.
Psychological characterisation of decision-making in the activities of a sports specialist. |
15.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Describe with examples two characteristics - the psychological characterisation of decision-making in the activities of a sports specialist. |
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4.
Conflict resolution and discussion methods in the sports team/group. |
15.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Analyse the situation and adapt the operational programme on - conflict with resolution and discussion methods in sport within the team/group. |
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Examination
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1.
Examination |
40.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Independent learning with a presentation: Analysis of a sports group/team development dynamics with an example. |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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4
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Topics
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Basic principles of management and theories of leadership.
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Lecture
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4
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Topics
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Basic principles of management and theories of leadership.
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Lecture
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On site
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4
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Topics
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Personnel management possibilities, impact of various factors on employee’s behaviour and performance in the field of sport.
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Lecture
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Topics
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Personnel management possibilities, impact of various factors on employee’s behaviour and performance in the field of sport.
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On site
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4
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Topics
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Methods of motivating personnel, their manifestation in a formal and working group within an organisation.
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4
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Methods of motivating personnel, their manifestation in a formal and working group within an organisation.
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Decision-making process, its effectiveness.
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2
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Topics
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Decision-making process, its effectiveness.
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Decision-making process, its effectiveness.
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4
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Topics
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Team, theories of its establishment Conflicts in a team, their resolution; peculiarities of management and leadership in the sports environment.
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Team, theories of its establishment Conflicts in a team, their resolution; peculiarities of management and leadership in the sports environment.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
40 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Basic principles of management and theories of leadership.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Basic principles of management and theories of leadership.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Personnel management possibilities, impact of various factors on employee’s behaviour and performance in the field of sport.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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Topics
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Personnel management possibilities, impact of various factors on employee’s behaviour and performance in the field of sport.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Methods of motivating personnel, their manifestation in a formal and working group within an organisation.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Methods of motivating personnel, their manifestation in a formal and working group within an organisation.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Decision-making process, its effectiveness.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Decision-making process, its effectiveness.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Team, theories of its establishment Conflicts in a team, their resolution; peculiarities of management and leadership in the sports environment.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Team, theories of its establishment Conflicts in a team, their resolution; peculiarities of management and leadership in the sports environment.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
20 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Rība, Aija. Veiksmīga biznesa psiholoģija : percepcijas jeb uztveres varā. Rīga: Antava, 215 lpp. 2020.
2.
Leitis V. Vadītāja spējas. Avots, 2019.
3.
Packianathan Chelladurai, Amy Chan Hyung Kim. Human Resource Management in Sport and Recreation. 2022. 4th Edition
4.
Konfliktu vadība 4 soļos: Metodes, stratēģijas, būtiskākie paņēmieni un operatīvās pieejas konfliktsituāciju pārvaldībai un risināšanai Stefano Calicchio, 2023
5.
Thinking Outside the Boss: The Four Uncommon Leadership Principles to Equip Your People and Build Your Organization Oskhar Pineda, 2025
6.
THE PSYCHOLOGY OF BUSINESS: Mindset & Behavioral Focus BRAND LAOURISS, 2025
Additional Reading
1.
Ešenvalde I. Personāla vadības mūsdienu metodes. R.:Merkūrijs LAT, 2008.
2.
Zīlīte L. Personāla vadība un socionika. SIA TBA, 2013.
3.
Renģe V. Mūsdienu organizāciju psiholoģija. R.: Zvaigzne ABC, 2007. (akceptējams izdevums)
4.
Edeirs Dž. Nevis priekšnieki, bet līderi. R.: LID, 2022.
5.
Boxal P., Purcell J. Strategy and Human Resource Management. UK: Palgrave Macmillan, 2011. (akceptējams izdevums)
6.
The Wealthy Consultant: Confessions of a 9-Figure Advisor Tapa blanda – 5 Taylor A. Welch, 2023