1.5. Introduction to Organizational Behaviour (OB)

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Organizational Behaviour (OB)?

   Hint

   Think about how organizations manage their people.

2. 2.

   List one importance of studying OB.

   Hint

   Think about why happy employees work better.

3. 3.

   What does Organizational Behaviour study?

   • How teams compete
   • How individuals and groups act within organizations
   • How to manage finances

   Hint

   Think about the word 'behaviour' in workplaces.

4. 4.

   True or False: Job satisfaction does not affect productivity.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how personal feelings about work can affect performance.

5. 5.

   Analyze a scenario where a lack of OB understanding leads to a workplace conflict. What steps could be taken to resolve it?

   Hint

   Think about how personality clashes might arise.

6. 6.

   Create a plan for improving job satisfaction in an organization facing high turnover. Include OB concepts in your strategy.

   Hint

   Consider how culture and communication impact employee decisions.