Loose-Leaf Organizational Behavior

by Kreitner, Robert; Kinicki, Angelo

• ISBN13: 9780077405441
• ISBN10: 0077405447
• Edition: 9th
• Format: Loose-leaf
• Copyright: 2009-12-07
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill/Irwin

Summary

In its tradition of being an up-to-date, relevant and user-driven textbook, Kreitner and Kinicki's approach to organizational behavior is based on the authors' belief that reading a comprehensive textbook is hard work; however, the process should be interesting and sometimes even fun. The authors' commitment to continuous improvement makes complex ideas understandable through clear and concise explanations, contemporary examples, a visually appealing photo/art program, and/or learning exercises. The authors respond to user feedback by ensuring the text covers the very latest OB research and practices. 1,385 source material citations are dated 2008-2009 with over 1/3 of those referencing 2009.Key topics, such as diversity in organizations, ethics, and globalization, are recommended by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).Wolf branding book cover:Wolves remain a central theme for Kreitner and Kinicki because they view wolves as an instructive and inspiring metaphor for modern Organizational Behavior. Wolves are dedicated team players, great communicators, and adaptable. These are quintessential attributes for success in today's workplace.

Table of Contents

The World of Organizational Behavior

Organizational Behavior: The Quest for People-Centered Organizations and Ethical Conduct

Managing Diversity: Releasing Every Employee’s Potential

Organizational Culture, Socialization, and Mentoring

International OB: Managing across Cultures

Individual Behavior in Organizations

Key Individual Differences and the Road to Success

Values, Attitudes, Job Satisfaction, and Counterproductive Work Behaviors

Social Perception and Attributions

Foundations of Motivation

Improving Job Performance with Goals, Feedback, Rewards, and Positive Reinforcement

Group and Social Processes

Group Dynamics

Developing and Leading Effective Teams

Individual and Group Decision-Making

Managing Conflict and Negotiating

Organizational Processes

Communicating in the Digital Age

Influence Tactics, Empowerment, and Politics

Leadership

Organizational Design, Effectiveness, and Innovation

Managing Change and Stress

Learning Modules (OLC)

Self-Management: A Social Learning Model

Performance Appraisal

Additional Leadership Models

Research Methods in OB

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