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Introduction
to Organizational Behaviour
The
field of organizational behaviour (OB) draws from the behavioural
science disciplines of psychology, social psychology, and
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What
is Organizational Behaviour?
What
is organizational behavior? One definition: " The study
of the structure, functioning and performance of organizations,
and the behavior of groups and individuals within them." |
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Evolution
of Organizational Behaviour
Henry
Fayol's principles of management. Scientific management: Frederick
Taylor. The Human Relations Movement. 1950 to the present
day. |
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E-Dimension:
Organizational Behaviour
How
the Internet is changing our thinking about various aspects
of organizational life, including hierarchy, decision-making,
internal communication, the working day, and knowledge management.
How well are we coping with technological change?
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The
Global Dimension
The
stages involved in becoming a global player. Six key principles
that underpin effective management on a global scale. The
implications of globalization for individuals. Case study:
Tesco. |
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The
State of the Art
The
knowledge dilemma - to share or to hoard? Organizations -
does Darwin rule? Attitudes to work. The power of language.
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Organizational
Behaviour In Practice
Organizational
behavior is about real people taking real actions that affect
the well-being of their companies. Case studies: Dell Computer
Corporation; Encyclopaedia Britannica; Sears; Sundaram-Clayton
Limited; and The Natural Step. |
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Key
Concepts and Thinkers
Glossary
of organizational behavior. Key thinkers. |
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Resources
Books.
Articles. Journals, magazines, and Websites |
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Ten
Steps to Making Organizational Behaviour Work
Leadership.
Decision-making. The power of teams. Managing conflict etc.
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