Organizational Misbehavior Concept
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What aspect of an individual's behavior does organizational misbehavior represent from a values perspective?

  • The positive aspect
  • The neutral aspect
  • The negative aspect (correct)
  • The ambiguous aspect
  • What is the fundamental starting point for understanding organizational misbehavior?

  • Values perspective
  • Organizational framework
  • Misbehavior (correct)
  • Individual performance
  • What is the primary focus of the concept of organizational misbehavior?

  • Organizational structure
  • Team dynamics
  • Individual performance (correct)
  • Group behavior
  • What is the relationship between misbehavior and organizational misbehavior?

    <p>Organizational misbehavior is a subset of misbehavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is implied by the concept of organizational misbehavior?

    <p>That behavior can have a negative impact on the organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is administrative dereliction characterized by?

    <p>A lack of commitment to professional responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of administrative dereliction?

    <p>Undermined organizational effectiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is often involved in addressing administrative dereliction?

    <p>Implementing measures to enhance accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be a manifestation of administrative dereliction?

    <p>Procrastination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a failure to do in administrative dereliction?

    <p>Carry out administrative duties correctly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of organizational misbehavior?

    <p>Bypassing policies and regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of abuse of administrative authority?

    <p>An unhealthy work environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of understanding organizational misbehavior?

    <p>To develop strategies to improve the work environment and enhance organizational ethics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is corruption in the context of administrative corruption?

    <p>The illegitimate malformation and disturbance afflicting administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of manipulation of information in organizational misbehavior?

    <p>Falsifying information to achieve personal gain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Understanding Organizational Misbehavior

    • Organizational misbehavior is a concept within the realm of individual performance in organizations
    • Organizational misbehavior is built upon the concept of misbehavior, which is primarily a type of behavior
    • Misbehavior in an organizational context has a negative connotation from a values perspective
    • In the organizational framework, misbehavior represents the negative aspect of an individual's behavior

    Organizational Misbehavior

    • Refers to inappropriate or harmful behaviors exhibited by individuals within the workplace in organizations
    • Encompasses various forms and aspects, including:
      • Workplace Harassment: verbal or physical harassment targeting individuals in the workplace
      • Manipulation of Information: falsification or manipulation of information for personal gain or hiding the truth
      • Bypassing Policies and Regulations: violating or bypassing laws and regulations established by the organization
      • Refusal to Cooperate and Lack of Teamwork: not collaborating or working collaboratively with colleagues and other teams
      • Bribery and Corruption: accepting or offering bribes and engaging in corrupt activities for unlawful gains
      • Abuse of Administrative Authority: negative behaviors or misuse of administrative power, leading to an unhealthy work environment
      • Performance Negligence: failing to perform tasks correctly or delivering subpar performance

    Administrative Corruption

    • Defined as the illegitimate malformation and disturbance afflicting administration
    • Manifests in various deviant behaviors, including:
      • Bribery
      • Favoritism
      • Trafficking in public office
      • Misuse of power
      • Dereliction of duty
      • Neglect of public interest
    • Involves wasting time, fostering doubt, and eroding trust between superiors and subordinates, as well as a lack of accountability

    Administrative Dereliction

    • Refers to the failure to carry out administrative duties correctly or the neglect in performing assigned administrative responsibilities
    • Encompasses a range of behaviors characterized by a lack of commitment to professional responsibilities and a failure to uphold standards and expectations
    • Manifests as procrastination, negligence, or a general disregard for the proper execution of tasks and duties
    • Can undermine organizational effectiveness, erode trust within the workplace, and compromise the quality of services provided

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