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Which of the following best defines Organisational Behaviour?
Which of the following best defines Organisational Behaviour?
- The study of organizational structure and hierarchy within a company
- The analysis of financial performance and strategic planning in an organization
- The study of marketing and sales strategies in an organization
- The study of individual and group behavior in an organization to improve effectiveness (correct)
Which of the following is NOT one of the OB Models discussed in the text?
Which of the following is NOT one of the OB Models discussed in the text?
- Democratic (correct)
- Custodial
- Autocratic
- Supportive
What is the primary focus of Organisational Behaviour?
What is the primary focus of Organisational Behaviour?
- Focusing on marketing and advertising strategies
- Analyzing the cost structure and budgeting within an organization
- Understanding, prediction, and control of human behavior in an organization (correct)
- Enhancing financial performance through strategic planning
In the context of Indian OB, which model emphasizes employee security and benefits?
In the context of Indian OB, which model emphasizes employee security and benefits?
What does OB primarily aim to achieve?
What does OB primarily aim to achieve?
What is the primary focus of Organisational Behaviour (OB)?
What is the primary focus of Organisational Behaviour (OB)?
Which of the following is NOT a challenge for Organisational Behaviour (OB) as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a challenge for Organisational Behaviour (OB) as mentioned in the text?
Who is referred to as the 'Father of personnel management' in the context of the evolution of OB?
Who is referred to as the 'Father of personnel management' in the context of the evolution of OB?
What does cross-cultural dynamics in the context of OB encompass?
What does cross-cultural dynamics in the context of OB encompass?
What does culture refer to in the context of OB?
What does culture refer to in the context of OB?
Study Notes
Organisational Behaviour Definition
- Organisational Behaviour (OB) is the study of human behaviour, attitudes, and performance within an organisation.
OB Models
- The OB models discussed in the text do not include the Systems Model.
Primary Focus of OB
- The primary focus of Organisational Behaviour is understanding individual and group behaviour in an organisational setting.
Indian OB Models
- The Human Relations Model emphasizes employee security and benefits in the context of Indian OB.
Aim of OB
- Organisational Behaviour primarily aims to understand, predict, and influence human behaviour at work.
Challenges of OB
- The text does not mention 'lack of job satisfaction' as a challenge for Organisational Behaviour.
Evolution of OB
- Henri Fayol is referred to as the 'Father of personnel management' in the context of the evolution of OB.
Cross-Cultural Dynamics
- Cross-cultural dynamics in the context of OB encompass interactions, influences, and outcomes among people from diverse cultural backgrounds in an organisational setting.
Organisational Culture
- Culture in the context of OB refers to the shared values, beliefs, attitudes, and assumptions that characterize an organisation and shape the behaviour of its members.
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Test your knowledge on the concepts and definitions of organizational behavior, cross-cultural dynamics, ethical organizational culture, OB models, individual and group behavior, and more as per the SYBMS SEM III elective syllabus.
