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What is the primary focus of organisational behaviour?
What is the primary focus of organisational behaviour?
Which of the following is a key concept in organisational behaviour?
Which of the following is a key concept in organisational behaviour?
What level of analysis focuses on the behaviour and dynamics of teams and groups within an organisation?
What level of analysis focuses on the behaviour and dynamics of teams and groups within an organisation?
Which motivational theory proposes that people have different levels of needs, from basic physiological needs to self-actualisation?
Which motivational theory proposes that people have different levels of needs, from basic physiological needs to self-actualisation?
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What is the consequence of centralisation in an organisation?
What is the consequence of centralisation in an organisation?
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What is the primary difference between Herzberg's Hygiene Factors and Motivator Factors?
What is the primary difference between Herzberg's Hygiene Factors and Motivator Factors?
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Which theory assumes that people are inherently lazy and need to be closely monitored and controlled?
Which theory assumes that people are inherently lazy and need to be closely monitored and controlled?
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What is the primary focus of organisational culture?
What is the primary focus of organisational culture?
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Study Notes
Definition and Scope
- Organisational behaviour (OB) is the study of human behaviour, attitudes, and performance within an organisational setting.
- It involves understanding individual and group behaviour, as well as organisational systems and processes.
Key Concepts
- Motivation: the driving forces that initiate and direct behaviour to achieve specific goals.
- Leadership: the process of inspiring and influencing others to work towards a common goal.
- Communication: the exchange of information, ideas, and feelings between individuals or groups.
- Organisational Culture: the shared values, beliefs, and assumptions that shape an organisation's behaviour and practices.
Levels of Analysis
- Individual Level: focuses on individual behaviour, attitudes, and performance.
- Group Level: examines the behaviour and dynamics of teams and groups within an organisation.
- Organisational Level: looks at the organisation as a whole, including its structure, culture, and systems.
Theories and Models
- Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: a motivational theory that proposes people have different levels of needs, from basic physiological needs to self-actualisation.
- Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory: a motivational theory that distinguishes between hygiene factors (extrinsic motivations) and motivator factors (intrinsic motivations).
- McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y: two contrasting views of human nature and motivation, with Theory X assuming people are inherently lazy and Theory Y assuming people are motivated and self-directed.
Organisational Design and Structure
- Centralisation: the concentration of decision-making authority at higher levels of the organisation.
- Decentralisation: the dispersal of decision-making authority to lower levels of the organisation.
- Mechanistic and Organic Structures: two types of organisational structures, with mechanistic structures being more formal and bureaucratic, and organic structures being more flexible and adaptive.
Organisational Change and Development
- Planned Change: a systematic approach to organisational change, involving diagnosis, intervention, and evaluation.
- Organisational Development: a long-term effort to improve an organisation's effectiveness and efficiency through planned change and development.
Definition and Scope
- Organisational behaviour is the study of human behaviour, attitudes, and performance within an organisational setting.
- It involves understanding individual and group behaviour, as well as organisational systems and processes.
Key Concepts
- Motivation is the driving force that initiates and directs behaviour to achieve specific goals.
- Leadership is the process of inspiring and influencing others to work towards a common goal.
- Communication is the exchange of information, ideas, and feelings between individuals or groups.
- Organisational Culture is the shared values, beliefs, and assumptions that shape an organisation's behaviour and practices.
Levels of Analysis
- Individual Level analysis focuses on individual behaviour, attitudes, and performance.
- Group Level analysis examines the behaviour and dynamics of teams and groups within an organisation.
- Organisational Level analysis looks at the organisation as a whole, including its structure, culture, and systems.
Theories and Models
- Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs proposes people have different levels of needs, from basic physiological needs to self-actualisation.
- Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory distinguishes between hygiene factors (extrinsic motivations) and motivator factors (intrinsic motivations).
- McGregor's Theory X assumes people are inherently lazy, while Theory Y assumes people are motivated and self-directed.
Organisational Design and Structure
- Centralisation concentrates decision-making authority at higher levels of the organisation.
- Decentralisation disperses decision-making authority to lower levels of the organisation.
- Mechanistic structures are formal and bureaucratic, while organic structures are flexible and adaptive.
Organisational Change and Development
- Planned Change is a systematic approach to organisational change, involving diagnosis, intervention, and evaluation.
- Organisational Development is a long-term effort to improve an organisation's effectiveness and efficiency through planned change and development.
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Assess your understanding of Organisational Behaviour concepts, including motivation, leadership, communication, and more. Test your knowledge of human behaviour and performance in organisational settings.
