Organizational Behaviour Fundamentals

Organizational behaviour (OB) is the study of human behaviour within organizations
It involves understanding individual and group behaviour, as well as organizational dynamics
OB focuses on improving performance, productivity, and overall well-being within organizations

Motivation: the driving forces that initiate and direct behaviour
Leadership: the process of influencing others to achieve a common goal
Communication: the process of exchanging information and ideas
Organizational culture: the shared values, beliefs, and norms that shape behaviour
Team dynamics: the interactions and relationships within groups

Individual level: focuses on individual characteristics, attitudes, and behaviour
Group level: examines team dynamics, group decision-making, and communication
Organizational level: looks at the organization as a whole, including its structure, culture, and policies

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: a theory of motivation based on human needs
Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory: a theory of motivation based on job satisfaction and dissatisfaction
Theory X and Theory Y: contrasting views of human nature and motivation
Contingency Theory: a leadership theory that suggests that there is no one best way to lead

Human Resource Management: the application of OB principles to manage the workforce
Organizational Development: the application of OB principles to improve organizational performance
Change Management: the application of OB principles to manage organizational change
International Organizational Behaviour: the study of OB in a global context

Organizational behaviour is the study of human behaviour within organizations to improve performance, productivity, and overall well-being.
It involves understanding individual and group behaviour, as well as organizational dynamics.

Helps organizations better manage their workforce, leading to improved employee motivation, job satisfaction, and commitment.
Enhances organizational effectiveness and efficiency, resulting in a positive work environment and culture.

Motivation: the driving forces that initiate and direct behaviour, such as needs, desires, and wants.
Leadership: the process of influencing others to achieve a common goal, involving vision, strategy, and communication.
Communication: the process of exchanging information and ideas, including verbal and nonverbal communication.
Organizational culture: the shared values, beliefs, and norms that shape behaviour, influencing how employees interact and behave.
Team dynamics: the interactions and relationships within groups, including roles, norms, and conflict resolution.

Individual level: focuses on individual characteristics, attitudes, and behaviour, including personality, perception, and learning.
Group level: examines team dynamics, group decision-making, and communication, including group structure, roles, and norms.
Organizational level: looks at the organization as a whole, including its structure, culture, and policies, affecting organizational behaviour.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: a theory of motivation based on human needs, ranging from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.
Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory: a theory of motivation based on job satisfaction and dissatisfaction, including hygiene and motivation factors.
Theory X and Theory Y: 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.
Contingency Theory: a leadership theory that suggests that there is no one best way to lead, and that leadership style should be adapted to the situation.

Human Resource Management: the application of OB principles to manage the workforce, including recruitment, training, and development.
Organizational Development: the application of OB principles to improve organizational performance, including organizational design, change management, and leadership development.
Change Management: the application of OB principles to manage organizational change, including strategies for implementing and responding to change.
International Organizational Behaviour: the study of OB in a global context, including cultural differences, cross-cultural teams, and global leadership.