ISLA IPGT 23824

Positive Psychology, Engagement and Well-being

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  The curricular unit addresses, in a scientific and applied manner, the factors that promote well-being and positive engagement of employees in the workplace. Framed within the field of Organizational Psychology, it contributes to the understanding and application of practices that foster motivation, mental health, satisfaction, and performance in organizations. It is particularly relevant in the current context, where well-being is no longer just an ethical concern but a strategic priority. This unit is intended for future professionals who aim to develop effective and human-centered interventions in public, private, and social organizational contexts.
• ProgramaProgramme

  Foundations of Positive Psychology in organizations Concepts of well-being, happiness, and flourishing at work Engagement: definition, drivers, and organizational impact Positive emotions and their influence on performance Strategies and practices for promoting well-being in the workplace
• ObjectivosObjectives

  Understand the foundations of positive psychology applied to organizations. Identify factors that promote engagement and well-being at work. Develop skills to implement positive organizational practices. Critically analyze the impact of well-being on individual performance. Apply strategies to promote healthy and motivating work environments.
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Bakker, A. B., & Leiter, M. P. (Eds.). (2010). Work engagement: A handbook of essential theory and research. Psychology Press. Biswas-Diener, R., & Diener, E. (2021). Positive psychology: Theory, research and applications (3rd ed.). McGraw-Hill Education. Cameron, K. S. (2012). Positive leadership: Strategies for extraordinary performance. Berrett-Koehler. Seligman, M. E. P. (2011). Flourish: A visionary new understanding of happiness and well-being. Free Press. Van Zyl, L. E., & Rothmann, S. (Eds.). (2019). Positive psychological intervention design and evaluation: A handbook for practitioners. Springer.  
• MetodologiaMethodology

  The curricular unit adopts active, student-centered methodologies that promote experiential learning and the practical application of concepts. Among the strategies used are: Problem-based learning and real case studies, which stimulate critical thinking and the ability to intervene in organizational contexts; Group dynamics, role-playing, and simulations to develop socio-emotional and relational skills; Use of well-being and engagement assessment tools, with data analysis and applied reflection; Collaborative projects and peer learning, which foster the co-construction of knowledge.
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Anual
• ECTS

  4
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não