Psychology Applied To Work

by Muchinsky, Paul M.

• ISBN13: 9780534607814
• ISBN10: 0534607810
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780534596255, 9780534667214, 9780578076928
• Edition: 8th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-08-19
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing
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Summary

Now in its eighth edition, PSYCHOLOGY APPLIED TO WORK has established itself as the standard for textbooks in introductory industrial and organizational psychology. Written by Paul Muchinsky ? a recognized expert and award winning teacher -- this text provides the most comprehensive resource available for I/O students: a research-based text coupled with the most relevant and contemporary applications of today's workplace issues. Case studies, field notes, and real company examples in every chapter illustrate and bring to life the relevance of I/O psychology to students' daily lives. The Eighth Edition of Muchinsky is accompanied by a dramatically expanded selection of media ancillaries for instructors, and improved student supplements.

Table of Contents

The Historical Background of I/O Psychology

Research Methods in I/O Psychology

Criteria: Standards for Making Decisions

Predictors: Psychological Assessments

Personnel Decisions

Organizational Learning

Performance Management

Organizations and Organizational Change

Teams and Teamwork

Organizational Attitudes and Behavior

Occupational Health

Work Motivation

Leadership

Union/Management Relations

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