Understanding Organizational Behavior

by Nelson, Debra L.; Quick, James Campbell

• ISBN13: 9780324259155
• ISBN10: 0324259158
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-01-23
• Publisher: South-Western College Pub

Summary

Understanding Organizational Behavior represents the solid scholarly foundations on which the science of organizational behavior was built, the realities of contemporary life in organizations, and the challenges that constantly present themselves. Our overarching theme of change is accompanied by four supporting subthemes: globalization, diversity, technology, and ethics. Each theme presents its own challenges and presents demands on individuals to learn, grow, and adjust. This text presents the opportunity to learn concepts, ideas, and theories that help enhance the management of human behavior at work.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Organizational Behavior in ChangingTimes

Organizations and Managerial Challenges in theTwenty-First Century

Individual Processes Andbehavior

Personality, Perception, and Attribution

Attitudes, Values, and Ethics

Motivation at Work

Learning and Performance Management

Interpersonalprocesses And Behavior

Communication

Work Teams andGroups

Decision Making by Individuals and Groups

Powerand Political Behavior

Leadership and Followership

Conflict and Negotiation

Organizational Processesand Structure

Jobs and the Design of Work

OrganizationalDesign and Structure

Organizational Culture

Managing Change

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