Organizational Behavior
Organizational Behavior is the study of how human act in an organizational setting. This observation method includes individual to individual interaction, and individual to organization interaction. Organizational Behavior is considered a field study, and is utilized to acquire data for the betterment of the organizations effectiveness. There are for factors that could potentially affect the nature of an organization: Environment, Technology, People, & Structure. People join and organization to accomplish a goal together. To achieve their mission, a proper structure must be constructed. Technology usually has some role in the progression of the organizations members toward their goal. Lastly, the internal environment must be suitable for work, and actions from the external environment must be prepared for beforehand to avoid uncertainty. The Organizational Behavior study is a mixture of psychology, sociology, anthropology, and social psychology; with maybe some additional elements of political science and economics. Organizational Behavior has many benefits:
That just names a few possibilities for this field of study. Their are five models of Organizational Behavior: Custodial, Autocratic, Supportive, Collegial, and Stimulus-Organism-Behavior-Consequence (aka: S.O.B.C.).
- It helps managers govern human resources.
- It could help with marketing.
- It could help predict what people will do under various circumstances.
- It could help with the construction of an organizational road map.
- It could be used for the betterment of an organizations culture.
That just names a few possibilities for this field of study. Their are five models of Organizational Behavior: Custodial, Autocratic, Supportive, Collegial, and Stimulus-Organism-Behavior-Consequence (aka: S.O.B.C.).
Key Content:
- Hamilton, V. M. (2007). Human Relations: The Art and Science of Building Effective Relationships. Pearson Prentice Hall.
- Making the Team: A Guide for Managers, 5th edition. Pearson.
Key Course(s):
OGL 220: Behavioral Dynamics in Organizations
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Content Summary:
This class provided the tools that helped me understand the perception that others carry toward myself. Mental models were the foundation of this section, which are more important to the person and organization success than I could have ever fathomed before this course. Updating the way, you ponder, can change your actions, and finally, your results. Essentially, because of this course, I have become self-aware of the persona I am attempting to radiate. I’ve also learned the importance of body language, word context, and thought processes magnified from the knowledge acquired via this course. Lastly, I see the prominence of generating trust, and nurturing relationships. |
BIS 343: Social Processes in Organizations
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This class provided me with team and/or group building, and reinforcement knowledge. This section made me understand how important effective communication is the team/group success. For example, goals must be clearly communicated, and acknowledged, to ensure team/group member success. The class also placed us into teams, for the creation of a group project. This allowed me the opportunity to practice my new found skill set with other students. |
BIS 345: Organizational Ethics
Knowledge Summary:
Gathered an understanding of the importance of ethics within organizations. Examined various approaches for making ethical decisions. Built a vocabulary of common terms utilized within the field of ethics. Analyzed theoretical practices in ethics. |
Content Summary:
This course provided me with information on the history of ethics; including the exploration of Aristotle: The Ethics Theory King. I explored the various approached to ethics, which included the Kantian approach vs Deontology. We finished the course with a thorough examination of the consequences or ethical actions as opposed to the contrast. |
OGL 350: Diversity and Organizations
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This course provided valuable insight into the importance of cultural diversity within organizations. We studied the connection between cultural diversity and the health of an organization. The class also provided valuable tools for analyzing the condition of cultures within associations, and how to begin the correction process when deficiencies exist. But one of the most important aspects of the course focused on prejudice and discrimination. At the end of this session, we were able to define, and identify, both factors utilization within organizations. |