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Which factors are known to influence organizational behavior?
Which factors are known to influence organizational behavior?
- Personality and learning (correct)
- Global markets and competition
- Technology and finance
- Regulations and compliance
What are important outcomes of effective organizational behavior strategies?
What are important outcomes of effective organizational behavior strategies?
- Increased competition and market share
- Job satisfaction and organizational commitment (correct)
- Regulatory compliance and safety
- Employee turnover and absenteeism
How does understanding organizational behavior benefit managers?
How does understanding organizational behavior benefit managers?
- It leads to stricter regulations to be imposed.
- It helps them tailor their management styles to employees’ needs. (correct)
- It reduces the need for team collaboration.
- It allows them to avoid communication with employees.
Which of the following is NOT a component of effective leadership mentioned in relation to organizational behavior?
Which of the following is NOT a component of effective leadership mentioned in relation to organizational behavior?
What is the relationship between management practices and organizational behavior?
What is the relationship between management practices and organizational behavior?
What is the primary purpose of management?
What is the primary purpose of management?
Which of the following is NOT a component of effective management?
Which of the following is NOT a component of effective management?
What does the process of organizing in management primarily involve?
What does the process of organizing in management primarily involve?
Which of the following theories addresses factors motivating employees?
Which of the following theories addresses factors motivating employees?
Which leadership style focuses on inspiring and motivating employees?
Which leadership style focuses on inspiring and motivating employees?
Effective communication within organizations primarily facilitates which of the following?
Effective communication within organizations primarily facilitates which of the following?
Group dynamics can significantly impact which of the following?
Group dynamics can significantly impact which of the following?
What is the goal of conflict management in an organization?
What is the goal of conflict management in an organization?
Flashcards
Organizational Behavior (OB)
Organizational Behavior (OB)
The study of how individuals and groups act within an organization.
Factors influencing OB
Factors influencing OB
Personality, values, attitudes, perception, learning, and organizational culture.
Job Satisfaction
Job Satisfaction
The extent to which an employee feels fulfilled in their job.
Organizational Commitment
Organizational Commitment
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Management & OB Interrelation
Management & OB Interrelation
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Effective Leadership
Effective Leadership
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Improving Workplace
Improving Workplace
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Management
Management
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Planning (in Management)
Planning (in Management)
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Organizing (in Management)
Organizing (in Management)
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Leading (in Management)
Leading (in Management)
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Controlling (in Management)
Controlling (in Management)
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Organizational Behavior (OB)
Organizational Behavior (OB)
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Motivation (OB)
Motivation (OB)
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Leadership Styles
Leadership Styles
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Group Dynamics (OB)
Group Dynamics (OB)
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Communication (OB)
Communication (OB)
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Conflict Management (OB)
Conflict Management (OB)
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Study Notes
Management Concepts
- Management is the process of coordinating and overseeing resources to achieve organizational goals. These resources include human capital, finances, materials, and technology. Effective management involves planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.
- Planning involves defining organizational goals and developing strategies to achieve them. This includes creating budgets, scheduling projects, and forecasting future trends.
- Organizing involves establishing a structure for the organization and allocating resources to departments and individuals. This includes creating job descriptions, defining reporting relationships, and establishing lines of authority.
- Leading involves motivating and directing employees to achieve organizational goals. This includes communicating effectively, building strong relationships, and fostering a positive work environment.
- Controlling involves monitoring performance against planned goals and taking corrective actions as needed. This includes establishing performance metrics, conducting regular performance reviews, and implementing corrective actions when performance falls short.
Organizational Behaviour
- Organizational behavior (OB) is the study of human behavior in organizational settings. It examines how individuals, groups, and structures influence behavior within organizations.
- Key aspects of OB include motivation, leadership, group dynamics, communication, and conflict management.
- Motivation refers to the factors that energize, direct, and sustain human behaviour. Theories of motivation include Maslow's hierarchy of needs and Herzberg's two-factor theory.
- Leadership involves influencing and inspiring individuals or groups to achieve organizational goals. Different leadership styles exist, such as transformational, transactional, and laissez-faire leadership.
- Group dynamics refer to the processes that govern how individuals interact within groups, impacting productivity, decision-making, and morale. Group cohesion and norms significantly affect group performance.
- Communication is the exchange of information between individuals or groups. Effective communication within organizations facilitates collaboration, understanding, and problem-solving.
- Conflict management involves identifying, diagnosing, and resolving conflicts within an organization. Resolving conflicts constructively often leads to improved productivity and creativity.
- Factors influencing organizational behavior include personality, values, attitudes, perception, and learning. These factors combined with organizational culture impact an individual's or group's response and behaviours within a company.
- Job satisfaction and organizational commitment are important outcomes of effective OB strategies.
Interrelation of Management and Organizational Behavior
- Management practices heavily rely on the principles of organizational behavior. Managers must understand motivations, communication styles, and group dynamics to lead and motivate their teams effectively.
- Implementing management strategies that are in alignment with organizational behaviours helps improve productivity, efficiency, and overall workplace satisfaction.
- Understanding OB helps managers tailor their management styles to better suit individual employees and team dynamics, fostering a positive and productive work environment. This, in turn, impacts organizational productivity and overall well-being of employees.
- Effective leadership involves not only planning and organizing but also understanding and managing the behaviors of individuals and groups within the organization to achieve the common goals. The relationship between management and organizational behavior is critical in all sectors of the modern workplace.
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