Organizational Behavior Overview

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Why is Organizational Behavior (OB) considered important?

To study the ethical dimensions of workplace behavior and promote ethical decision-making
To enhance work-life balance, job design, and employee motivation
To understand human behavior in organizations and create an effective and efficient workplace (correct)
To improve organizational culture, employee satisfaction, and productivity

How does OB contribute to effective teamwork according to the text?

By understanding group dynamics, communication, and collaboration (correct)
By studying the ethical dimensions of workplace behavior
By promoting ethical decision-making and behavior among employees
By understanding the motivations and behaviors of employees

What is one of the goals of OB according to the text?

To improve employee productivity and reduce turnover rates
To study group dynamics, communication, and collaboration within organizations
To promote ethical decision-making and behavior among employees
To create a work environment that encourages productivity and performance (correct)

Which historical perspective contributed to the development of OB as a field of study?

Scientific management (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a reason why OB is important for organizations?

To increase efficiency and profitability by creating a positive work environment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of organizational behavior?

To understand, predict, and improve human behavior in the workplace (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which factors does organizational behavior examine in relation to employee behavior?

Leadership, communication, culture, and structure (D) Signup and view all the answers

What disciplines does organizational behavior draw insights from?

Psychology, sociology, anthropology, and management (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a specific goal of organizational behavior?

Predicting stock market trends (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does OB seek to understand about individual employees?

Attitudes, values, beliefs, and personality traits (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of organizational behavior (OB)?

Studying human behavior within an organization (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors does organizational behavior examine in relation to employee behavior?

Leadership, communication, culture, and structure (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the interdisciplinary nature of organizational behavior based on?

Insights from psychology, sociology, anthropology, and management (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the specific goals of organizational behavior?

Understanding individual behavior in the workplace (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does organizational behavior contribute to improving organizational performance?

By applying theories and methods from social sciences to understand human behavior in the workplace (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does Organizational Behavior (OB) contribute to productivity and performance?

By understanding employee behavior and creating a work environment that encourages productivity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons why Organizational Behavior (OB) is considered important?

To improve communication within the organization and enhance overall productivity (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does Organizational Behavior (OB) contribute to effective leadership?

By helping managers understand the motivations, needs, and behaviors of employees (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the aims of Organizational Behavior (OB) in relation to employee satisfaction?

To create a positive work environment that fosters employee satisfaction (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does Organizational Behavior (OB) contribute to understanding human factors impacting organizational performance?

By understanding the behavior of individuals and groups within the organization (C) Signup and view all the answers