2. Organizational Behaviour
Organizational behavior
Study of human behavior in
organizations.
A multidisciplinary field devoted to
understanding individual and group
behavior, interpersonal processes,
and
organizational dynamics
3. Definition
Organisational Behaviour is a field of study that
investigates the impact that individuals, groups,
and structure have on behaviour within
organisation for the purpose of applying such
knowledge toward improving an organisation’s
effectiveness.
4. Why do we need to study
Human Behavior?
• We study human behavior to be able to
understand better ourselves and others, to know
the reasons why we think, feel, act, speak and
talk in certain ways. Through this
understanding, we can relate to others better
and vice versa.
• Results of studies of Human Behavior in work
organizations assist management in the
improvement of productivity and performance
of the company as a whole.
5. What is organizational
behavior and why is it important?
Workplace success depends on:
Respect for people
Understanding of human behavior in
complex
Individual commitment to flexibility,
creativity, and learning.
Individual willingness to change.
6. What is organizational
behavior and why is it important?
Organizations and their members are challenged
to:
Simultaneously achieve high performance
and high quality of life.
Embrace ethics and social responsibility.
Respect the vast potential of demographic
and
cultural diversity among people.
Recognize the impact of globalization.
7. CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR OB
1.Managing Workforce Diversity
2.Improving Quality and Productivity
3.Responding to Labour Shortage
4.Improving Customer Service
5.Improving People Skill
6.Empowering People
7.Coping with Temporariness
8.Stimulating Innovation and Change
9.Helping Employees Balance Work/Life
Conflicts
10.Improving Ethical Behaviour
