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Faculty of Business and Management CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR LEARNING OUTCOME In this chapter, the students are expected to 1. Define and explain the definition of organizational behavior. 2. Explain the historical foundation of organizational behavior. 3. Explain the con...

Faculty of Business and Management CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR LEARNING OUTCOME In this chapter, the students are expected to 1. Define and explain the definition of organizational behavior. 2. Explain the historical foundation of organizational behavior. 3. Explain the contributing disciplines in the organizational behavior field. 4. Demonstrate effective vs successful managerial activities. 5. Explain the contemporary issues in organizational behavior. WHAT IS ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR? Organizational behavior (OB) is the study of how individuals and groups behave within an organization, as well as how the organization itself behaves. It examines various factors that influence employee behavior, such as leadership, communication, culture, and structure, and how these factors affect individual and group performance, job satisfaction, motivation, and overall organizational effectiveness. Some specific goals of organizational behavior include: 1 2 3 4 5 Understanding Exploring group Improving Enhancing job Promoting individual dynamics organizational satisfaction and ethical behavior behavior culture productivity Overall, the goals of OB are to improve organizational effectiveness, employee wellbeing, and organizational performance. Improved employee productivity Effective leadership WHY OB IS Effective teamwork IMPORTANT Better communication Employee satisfaction  The historical foundation of OB can be traced back to the early 20th century, when scholars began to study human HISTORICAL behavior in organizations. FOUNDATION Scientific Management OF OB Human Relations Movement Hawthorne Studies Theory X and Theory Y Contingency Theory  BASIC OB MODELS Several models have been developed to explain the behavior of individuals and groups within organizations. The following are some of the basic OB models: Autocratic model Custodial model Supportive model Collegial model System model FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS OB 1. Perception 2. Motivation 3. Leadership 4. Communication 5. Teamwork 6. Organizational culture  Psychology Sociology Anthropology CONTRIBUTING DISCIPLINES IN Management THE OB FIELD Economics Political Science  EFFECTIVE Effective managerial activities refer to activities that are MANAGERIAL focused on achieving specific goals and objectives in an organization. These activities involve setting clear goals and targets, planning and strategizing, organizing resources and people, and executing plans in a timely and efficient manner. EFFECTIVE VS Effective managerial activities are concerned with achieving SUCCESSFUL results and ensuring that organizational objectives are met. MANAGERIAL SUCCESSFUL Successful managerial activities refer to activities that not only ACTIVITIES MANAGERIAL achieve organizational goals but also create a positive work environment and culture. Successful managerial activities involve motivating and inspiring employees, fostering innovation and creativity, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and creating a sense of purpose and direction for the organization. Successful managerial activities are focused on creating a productive, engaged, and satisfied workforce.  APPROACHES TO OB Human Scientific Contingency Relations Management Approach Approach Approach Systems Behavioral Cultural Approach Approach Approach CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN OB Diversity and inclusion Ethics and corporate social responsibility Technology and automation Employee well-being Leadership and management