Organizational Dynamics
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What does organizational culture refer to?

  • The financial structure of a company
  • The way a company does things and its values (correct)
  • The physical layout of a company's office space
  • The marketing strategies of a company

    • What are the factors that affect the behavior of individuals, teams, and organizations as a whole?

  • Technological factors only
  • Culture, politics, and power (correct)
  • Economic factors only
  • Geographical factors only

    • What does the influence of politics and power refer to in an organization?

  • The influence of international politics on the organization
  • The impact of social media on organizational politics
  • The role of politics and power in the overall functioning of the organization (correct)
  • The effect of power outages on organizational performance

    • What does organizational culture include?

    <p>Company's structure, power distribution, values, and employee expectations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of organizational culture?

    <p>The way a company does things and its values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does organizational culture encompass?

    <p>Company's structure, power distribution, values, and beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of learning outcome 1?

    <p>Influence of culture, politics, and power on organizational behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does organizational culture influence people's behavior?

    <p>Affects the way individuals, teams, and organizations behave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does organizational culture refer to?

    <p>The way a company does things and how it works</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the influence of politics and power in an organization entail?

    <p>Understanding how politics and power contribute to the overall functioning of an organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Organizational Culture

    • Organizational culture refers to the shared values, beliefs, and assumptions that guide the behavior and actions of individuals and teams within an organization.

    Factors Affecting Behavior

    • Factors that affect the behavior of individuals, teams, and organizations as a whole include:
      • Organizational culture
      • Politics and power

    Influence of Politics and Power

    • The influence of politics and power in an organization refers to the ways in which individuals and groups exert power and influence to achieve their goals and interests.

    Organizational Culture Components

    • Organizational culture includes:
      • Shared values
      • Beliefs
      • Assumptions
      • Customs
      • Traditions
      • Norms

    Definition of Organizational Culture

    • Organizational culture is defined as the collective programming of the mind that distinguishes one organization from another.

    Organizational Culture Scope

    • Organizational culture encompasses:
      • Artifacts (visible aspects of an organization)
      • Espoused values (stated values and principles)
      • Assumptions (unconscious beliefs and values)

    Learning Outcome 1 Focus

    • The focus of learning outcome 1 is to understand the concept of organizational culture and its impact on behavior.

    Influence of Organizational Culture on Behavior

    • Organizational culture influences people's behavior by:
      • Shaping their attitudes and perceptions
      • Guiding their actions and decisions
      • Influencing their interactions with others

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    Explore the influence of organizational culture, politics, and power in this quiz. Learn how these factors shape behavior and impact the functioning of an organization. Gain insights into the dynamics that drive organizational behavior and decision-making.

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