Management and Organisational Behaviour

by Mullins, Laurie J.

• ISBN13: 9780273688761
• ISBN10: 0273688766
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-06-01
• Publisher: Ft Pr

Summary

This market leading text guides students to a thorough understanding of organisational behaviour and relates this to effective management practice. It is an invaluable resource, which provides a clear and insightful introduction to management studies and acts as a comprehensive point of reference thereafter. Reasons to choose Mullins "Mullins is distinctive because it covers not just organisational behaviour but management as well. It combines a great breadth of coverage with an accessible writing style and attractive layout and design. To myself and to my students, it's a trusted friend." Anna Lee, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK "I recommend Mullins because of its readability and straightforward style. This is very important when teaching multicultural classes where English is not their first language." David Wilson, Hogeschool INHolland, The Netherlands "I recommend Mullins because of its depth of coverage of topics which I consider central to management and OB, and in particular for its focus on leadership. The book encourages students to form their own conclusions by considering multiple points of view and brings clarity to this often complex subject by avoiding jargon and technical terminology." Hugo Misselhorn, University of Durban-Westville, South Africa "The book is packed with relevant concepts, examples and exercises that are readily accessible to students at a variety of levels. Students tell me they like the layout, with plenty of diagrams and illustrations to help bring the concepts to life. The secret of the book's success is that it is so versatile it can either be read cover to cover as the definitive management textbook, or it can be used as a reference work, enabling students to dip into relevant sections as required." Brian Good, Surrey University, UK

Author Biography

Laurie J. Mullins was formerly principal lecturer at The Business School, University of Portsmouth.

Table of Contents

The Organisational Setting

The Nature of Organisational Behaviour

Approaches to Organisation and Management

The Nature and Context of Organisations

The Individual

Individual Differences and Diversity

The Nature of Learning

Perception and Communications

Work Motivation and Job Satisfaction

Groups, Teams And Leadership

The Nature of Work Groups and Teams

Working in Groups and Teams

The Nature of Leadership

The Nature Of Management

The Role of the Manager

Managerial Behaviour and Effectiveness

Human Resource Management

Structures of Organisation

Corporate Strategy and Responsibilities

Organisation Structures and Design

Patterns of Structure and Work Organisation

Technology and Organisations

Organisation Management

Organisational Control and Power

Organisation Development, Culture and Change

Organisational Performance and Effectiveness

Conclusion

Glossary

Index

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