Organizational Behavior Overview

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What is organizational behavior?

The study of human behavior in organizations.

Why is organizational behavior important?

Organizational behavior is important for understanding individual and group behavior, interpersonal processes, and organizational dynamics.

What is the main purpose of scientific methods models?

Scientific methods models attempt to identify significant factors and forces underlying real-world phenomena.

What are the standard scientific research methods in organizational behavior?

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What is a meta-analysis and how is it used in Organizational Behavior research?

<p>A meta-analysis uses statistical pooling from many studies. This aggregating technique allows OB researchers to generalize and apply the conclusions to many OB situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an organization?

<p>An organization is a collection of people working together in a division of labor to achieve a common purpose.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the core purpose of an organization?

<p>The core purpose of an organization is the creation of goods and services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a mission statement and what does it do?

<p>A mission statement defines an organization's core purpose and aligns members' actions with it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The "generic tradition" in organization theory treats public and private management similarly.

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Public management can benefit from interdisciplinary literature.

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What are some key areas of public management that can benefit from interdisciplinary literature?

<p>Organizational behavior, organization theory, management, public administration, economics, and political science.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Research suggests there is extensive knowledge on management, but more analysis of differences between sectors needs to be improved.

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Public bureaucracies are always more effective than private organizations.

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Complaints about public management inadequacies have decreased interest in the field.

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Large bureaucracies do not significantly influence lives.

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Balancing effective operation with democratic control can create constraints for public administrators.

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The term "agencies" is used differently in the US and Europe.

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Agencies experience less political influence and have more autonomy than government bureaucracies.

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Public value arises from the outcomes of government activities and their cost-effectiveness.

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What is public value failure?

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Person-Job Fit refers to matching skills and experiences to job requirements, while Person-Organization Fit refers to the compatibility between employees and

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Flashcards

Organizational Behavior

The study of human behavior within organizations, encompassing individual and group behavior, interpersonal processes, and organizational dynamics.

Scientific Methods (OB)

Simplified models that link presumed causes (independent variables) to outcomes (dependent variables), used to understand real-world phenomena in organizational behavior.

Field Studies

Observational research of organizational behavior in natural settings.

Laboratory Studies

Controlled research in a simulated environment for organizational behavior.

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Case Studies

In-depth analysis of a specific organization or situation for insights into organizational behavior.

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Survey Studies

Data collection method using questionnaires to gather information about attitudes and behaviors in organizations.

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Meta-analyses

Statistical approach combining results from multiple studies to identify trends and overall patterns in organizational behavior.

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Organization

A group of people working together to achieve a common purpose, often through division of labor.

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Mission Statement

A statement that defines an organization's core purpose and guides members' actions.

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Public Organization

Government organizations and non-profits playing crucial roles in society.

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Public Management

Study of effective management within government/non-profit organizations.

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Organizational Structure

Stable aspects of an organization, encompassing hierarchy, job assignments, and rules.

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Organizational Processes

Dynamic elements of an organization, like decision-making, communication, and power relationships.

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Organizational Performance

Measure of how effectively an organization achieves its goals.

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Organizational Values

Core beliefs and principles guiding an organization's actions.

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Leadership/Strategy

Guidance and direction within an organization, focusing on long-term goals and plans.

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Organizational Culture

Shared values, beliefs, and norms of an organization.

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Organizational Environment

External factors impacting an organization, including economic and social conditions.

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Organizational Tasks/Technology

Specific jobs and the tools/methods used to perform them in an organization.

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Independent Variable

The presumed cause of an event in research.

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Dependent Variable

The outcome or effect in research.

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Study Notes

Organizational Behavior

  • Study of human behavior in organizations
  • Interdisciplinary field, understanding individual and group behavior
  • Interpersonal processes and organizational dynamics

Scientific Methods Models

  • Simplified views of reality
  • Identify significant factors and forces underlying real-world phenomena
  • Link presumed causes (independent variables) with outcomes (dependent variables)

Standard Scientific Research Methods in Organizational Behavior

  • Field studies
  • Laboratory studies
  • Case studies
  • Survey studies
  • Meta-analyses: use statistical pooling from many studies

Organizations as Work Settings

  • Collection of people working together
  • Division labor to achieve a common purpose
  • Core purpose is creation of goods and services
  • Mission statement defines purpose and aligns member actions

What Makes Public Organizations Distinct?

  • Distinction between public and private sectors is often misleading
  • Generic tradition in organizational theory often oversimplifies
  • There's a blurring of sectors with mixed and hybrid forms
  • Importance of avoiding oversimplifications

Findings from Research

  • Major studies have aimed to develop typologies and taxonomies for organizations.
  • Understanding the complexities of public organizations is crucial for effective management.

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