38 Questions
What is the primary objective of understanding personality in the context of organizational behavior?
To improve job satisfaction and employee retention
What is the primary distinction between person-job fit and person-organization fit?
Person-job fit focuses on skills, while person-organization fit focuses on personality
What is the primary criticism of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) personality framework?
It lacks scientific basis and reliability
What is the term for the process of monitoring and controlling one's behavior to fit in with social situations?
Self-monitoring
What is the primary difference between core self-evaluation (CSE) and self-monitoring?
CSE is a trait, while self-monitoring is a behavior
What is the primary purpose of Hofstede's five value dimensions?
To identify cultural differences between countries
What is the primary benefit of considering people's different cultures in an organization?
Creation of a positive organizational climate that performs well
Which of the following subjects is not directly related to human behavior in an organization?
Fundamentals
What is the primary distinction between terminal values and instrumental values?
Terminal values are ends, while instrumental values are means
What is the primary consequence of a mismatch between an individual's personality and the requirements of their job?
Decreased job performance and increased turnover
In which week of the course is the topic of Motivation Concepts & Concepts to Applications covered?
Week 7
What is the primary focus of Week 2 of the course?
Diversity in Organizations
Which of the following topics is not a separate subject in the course outline?
Stress Management
How many weeks does the course cover?
14 weeks
What is a characteristic of individuals with schizotypal traits?
They are eccentric and disorganized.
What is a consequence of having excessively high Core Self-Evaluations (CSEs)?
Being unpopular with coworkers.
What do individuals with negative Core Self-Evaluations (CSEs) tend to feel?
Powerless, questioning their abilities, and disliking themselves.
What is a characteristic of individuals with avoidant personality traits?
They feel inadequate and hate criticism.
What is a benefit of having positive Core Self-Evaluations (CSEs)?
Setting more ambitious goals.
What do obsessive-compulsive individuals tend to be?
Perfectionists and detail-oriented.
What is a characteristic of antisocial individuals?
They are indifferent and callous toward others.
What is related to having positive Core Self-Evaluations (CSEs)?
Job satisfaction, better performance, and more ambitious goal setting.
Which personality type is most likely to prefer activities that involve helping and developing others?
Social
What is a characteristic of individuals with an Investigative personality type?
Analytical
Which occupation is most likely to be congruent with an Enterprising personality type?
Lawyer
What is a characteristic of individuals with a Conventional personality type?
Practical
Which personality type is most likely to prefer activities that require skill, strength, and coordination?
Realistic
What is a characteristic of individuals with an Artistic personality type?
Imaginative
Which occupation is most likely to be congruent with a Realistic personality type?
Drill press operator
What is a characteristic of individuals with a Social personality type?
Sociable
What trait is associated with fitting well in aggressive and team-oriented cultures?
Extraversion
Which dimension of fit involves the match between an individual and their immediate work group?
Person-group fit
What is the primary difference between high and low power distance cultures?
Acceptance of unequal power distribution
According to Hofstede's Framework, what dimension involves the degree to which people prefer to act as individuals rather than as members of groups?
Individualism vs. collectivism
What is the focus of Person-Organization Fit?
Matching personality traits to organizational culture
Which of the following is NOT one of Hofstede's five value dimensions?
Conscientiousness
In which type of organizational culture do individuals high on openness to experience tend to fit well?
Innovative and dynamic
What is the primary difference between person-job fit and person-organization fit?
Focus on job requirements vs. organizational culture
Study Notes
Organizational Behavior and Fundamentals
- The course covers 14 weeks of topics, including introduction to organizational behavior, diversity, attitudes, emotions, personality, and values, among others.
Personality and Values
- Personality refers to the unique characteristics, traits, and patterns of behavior that individuals display.
- Factors that shape personality include genetics, environment, and social influences.
Measuring Personality
- The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a popular framework for measuring personality, but it has limitations and criticisms.
- The Big Five model is another widely used framework for measuring personality, with five dimensions: extraversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, neuroticism, and openness to experience.
Personality Traits Relevant to OB
- Core Self-Evaluation (CSE) refers to individuals' beliefs about their capabilities and worth as a person, with positive CSEs related to job satisfaction, performance, and successful careers.
- Self-Monitoring is the ability to observe and control one's behavior, with high self-monitors being more adaptable and responsive to social cues.
- Proactive Personality is characterized by individuals who take initiative and shape their environment, with high proactive individuals being more successful and satisfied.
Person-Job Fit vs. Person-Organization Fit
- Person-Job Fit refers to the match between an individual's skills, abilities, and personality with the job requirements.
- Person-Organization Fit refers to the match between an individual's values, personality, and goals with the organization's culture and values.
- Holland's Typology of Personality and Congruent Occupations identifies six personality types: realistic, investigative, social, conventional, enterprising, and artistic.
Hofstede's Five Value Dimensions and GLOBE
- Hofstede's framework identifies five value dimensions: power distance, individualism versus collectivism, masculinity versus femininity, uncertainty avoidance, and long-term versus short-term orientation.
- Power distance refers to the degree to which people in a country accept unequal distribution of power and wealth.
- Individualism versus collectivism refers to the degree to which people prioritize individual rights and goals versus group cohesion and harmony.
This quiz covers the topic of personality and values in organizational behavior, including introduction to key concepts and fundamentals.
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