Introduction to OB Flashcards
(27 cards)
What are the disciplines of organizational behavior or the main behavior science?
•psychology
•sociology
•social psychology
•anthropology
•political science
What is the unit of study of the following:
-psychology
-sociology
-social psychology
-anthropology
-political science
-individual
-group
-group
-organization
-group organization
What is organizational behavior?
It is the study that investigates the impact that individuals, groups and structure have on behavior within organizations.
It is the study of the behavior of the people within an organizational setting.
Define behavior
Refers to what people do in an organization,what their attitudes are and how they perform.
What is organizational behavior according to Stephen P Robbins?
Field of study that investigates the impact that individuals,groups and structure have on behavior within organizations,for the purpose of applying such knowledge toward improving an organization’s effectiveness.
What are the three determinants of behavior in organizations?
-individuals
-groups
-structure
What is the foundation of organizational behavior?
Knowledge about behavior
Why do we study organizational behavior?
So that we understand, predict and influence the behavior of others in organizational settings.
So that we influence organizational events.
List the core elements of organizational behavior.
-people
-structure
-technology
-environment
List the approaches to Organisational Behavior.
•Interdisciplinary Approach
•Contingency Approach
•Productivity Approach
•Systems Approach
•Human Resources Approach
Name the two types of environments and describe them (in terms of OB)
Internal and external. Internal all about the organization’s culture, structure and resources.
External environment is all about political, social, economic factors that influence the functioning of an organization.
What are the three levels of OB?
-individual
-group
-organization
Describe the Human Resource Approach
People are the central resource in any organization and they should be developed towards higher levels of competency,creativity and fulfilment.
What is the other name for human resource approach?
Supportive Approach
Why is human resource approach also called supportive approach?
The manager’s role changes from control of employee to active support of their growth and performance.
Describe the Contingency Approach
Results differ due to different situations. You can’t use the same solution for different situations.
Gives importance of analysis of each situation before taking an action.
It is the most disciplined, systematic and research oriented because you always have to be cautious when dealing with a situation.
Describe the Systems Approach.
It is all about unity.
Considers the organization as a united and interrelated system.
Managers treat the organisation as one group.
The activity of any department affects the other department.
Everybody is concerned and responsible.
Define globalization
Globalization is the process of increasing interconnectedness and interdependence among countries, economies, cultures, and societies across the world. It involves the exchange of goods, services, ideas, technologies, information, and cultural practices on a global scale.
Define Sociology
Study of people in relation to their social environment and culture.
Define Psychology
This is when we measure, explain and sometimes change human behavior
Define Social Psychology
studies people’s influence on one another
Define anthropology
This is the study of societies to learn about humans and our activities.
Describe political science as a OB discipline.
contributes to understanding power dynamics, authority, and conflict resolution within organizations. It focuses on how individuals and groups use power, navigate organizational politics, and influence decision-making processes. These insights are crucial for managing relationships, fostering collaboration, and ensuring effective governance within organizations.
Define employability
refers to the set of skills, knowledge, and abilities that make a person more likely to secure and maintain employment in an ever-changing job market.
