Fundamentals of Organizational Behavior

by Dubrin, Andrew J.

• ISBN13: 9780324022810
• ISBN10: 0324022816
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-02-23
• Publisher: South-Western College Pub

Summary

Fundamentals of Organizational Behavior provides a concise and timely presentation to the key concepts and theories of organizational behavior. The text addresses all the most important concerns for all levels of an organization: the individual, the group, and the organization as a whole. DuBrin goes beyond merely presenting theory--he shows learners its implications for today's organizations and managers through short vignettes and topical examples. Further, the text takes an application-oriented approach with activities and guidelines that will help learners to develop practical managerial skills to accompany their conceptual knowledge. Reviewers agree that this is a succinct and highly-practical choice for learning organizational behavior.

Author Biography

Andrew J. DuBrin is professor of management in the College of Business at the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he teaches and conducts research in management, organizational behavior, leadership, and career management.

Table of Contents

Preface	iii
PART 1 Introduction to Organizational Behavior
The Nature and Scope of Organizational Behavior	1	(18)
PART 2 The Individual in the Organization
Individual Differences, Mental Ability, and Personality	19	(22)
Learning, Perception, Attitudes, Values, and Ethics	41	(24)
Individual Decision Making and Creativity	65	(22)
Foundation Concepts of Motivation	87	(22)
Motivational Methods and Programs	109	(24)
Conflict, Stress, and Well-Being	133	(26)
PART 3 Groups and Interpersonal Relations
Interpersonal Communication	159	(24)
Group Dynamics and Teamwork	183	(24)
Leadership in Organizations	207	(30)
Power, Politics, and Influence	237	(18)
PART 4 The Organizational System and the Global Environment
Organization Structure and Design	255	(22)
Organizational Culture and Change	277	(28)
The Learning Organization and Knowledge Management	305	(18)
Cultural Diversity and International Organizational Behavior	323	(24)
Glossary	347	(10)
Index	357