Introduction to Organizational Behavior

Question 1

what are the five major disciplines that contributed organizational behavior?

Answer 1

**Psychology: **Focuses on individual behavior, motivation, perception, learning, and personality.

**Sociology: **Studies group behavior, social systems, organizational culture, and team dynamics.

**Anthropology: **Helps understand organizational culture, values, and the impact of cultural differences.

**Political Science: **Contributes knowledge about power, conflict, politics, and influence within organizations.

**Economics: **Provides insight into decision-making, incentives, productivity, and resource allocation.

Question 2

show the relationship between emotion and behavior.

Answer 2

Emotions Influence Behavior:
Emotions directly affect how we act. For example, anger may lead to aggression, while happiness may result in cooperation.

Behavior Reflects Emotions:
Our actions often display our emotional state, like smiling when happy or withdrawing when sad.
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Emotions Drive Decision-Making:
Emotional states can shape the choices we make, sometimes more than logic.

Behavior Can Regulate Emotions:
Certain behaviors (like exercise or deep breathing) can help manage or reduce emotional intensity.

Emotions Impact Interpersonal Behavior:
Emotions affect how we interact with others—positive emotions can improve teamwork, while negative ones may cause conflict.

Question 3

define values.explain it’s sources.

Answer 3

Values are deeply held beliefs or principles that guide an individual’s behavior and decision-making. They represent what is considered important, right, or desirable in life or work.
sources of value are:
**family, society, education, religion, peer groups, media and personal experience.
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Question 4

What are Five major determinants of individual behaviour?

Answer 4

Personality
The unique combination of traits and characteristics that influence how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.

Perception
The way individuals interpret and make sense of their environment, affecting their reactions and decisions.

Attitudes
Positive or negative evaluations, feelings, and tendencies toward objects, people, or events that influence behavior.

Motivation
The internal drive that directs behavior toward achieving goals and fulfilling needs.

Learning
Behavioral changes resulting from experiences, training, or observation, shaping how individuals act in similar future situations.