INTRODUCTION TO OB Flashcards
Definition, Levels, Features, Importance, behaviour and characteristics of Organisational Behaviour (8 cards)
What is Organizational Behavior (OB)?
It is the study of how people behave individually and in groups within organizations.
Who defined OB as understanding, production, and control of human behavior?
Fred Luthans
What are the 3 levels of OB?
Individual behavior, Inter-individual behavior, Group behavior
Give one feature of OB.
It is multidisciplinary (draws from psychology, sociology, etc.)
Why is OB important?
It improves relationships, leadership, teamwork, and helps organizations reach goals.
What is the link between organizations and behavior?
Organizations influence people’s behavior, and people’s behavior affects how the organization performs.
What is group behavior in OB?
It refers to how teams and groups behave collectively in an organization (e.g., strikes, rallies).
Mention one characteristic of OB.
It is goal-oriented.
