Combining contemporary issues, a research and skills emphasis, and practical, real-world applications, this edition incorporates organizational change to highlight the evolving nature of managerial work and careers. It incorporates and emphasizes the rigor of research and the development of skills managers need using "Scientific Foundations" and "Challenge" boxes throughout the text. Six corporate examples are used to provide the context for organizational behavior and as extended examples throughout the text.
Explore the scholarly foundations of organizational behavior and gain insights into contemporary organizational realities. This text emphasizes how to turn business challenges into personal opportunities and organizational advantages. It highlights the theme of change, illustrating its impact on attitudes and behaviors while presenting new opportunities for those who can harness its potential. Key topics include motivation, leadership, teamwork, and communication, alongside emerging issues like globalization, diversity, and ethics.
You will not only grasp essential concepts and theories for managing human behavior at work but also learn to apply these skills in practice. The text features engaging examples, including four new focus companies at the start and end of each chapter, demonstrating how theories translate into practical applications. Enhanced with new Discussion and Communication Questions and Ethical Dilemmas, it emphasizes the importance of ethics, personal integrity, and character. This resource equips you to meet the demands of today's dynamic work environment, fostering personal growth and adaptability for success in the evolving landscape of organizational behavior.
