Management and Organisational Behaviour

The essential introduction to management and organisational behaviour - over half a million students worldwide have used Management and Organisational Behaviour to help them learn. Written in an engaging style and packed with contemporary references to management research and practice, this book continues to be the Organisational Behaviour text of choice for today's students. A range of real life examples and case studies illustrate the theories of human behaviour at work, and the influence of individuals, leaders and groups on organisational performance. Using frequent questions and exercises, a clear layout, and additional online resources, this book will enable students to * think critically about topical issues and debates. * develop personal and professional skills for work and study. * reinforce and assess knowledge and understanding. * navigate through the text efficiently and effectively. * succeed in project work, research and exams.Part 1 THE ORGANISATIONAL SETTING Chapter 1 The Nature of Organisational Behaviour Chapter 2 Approaches to Organisation and Management Chapter 3 The Nature and Context of Organisations Part 2 THE INDIVIDUAL Chapter 4 Individual Differences and Diversity Chapter 5 The Nature of Learning Chapter 6 Perception and Communication Chapter 7 Work Motivation and Job Satisfaction Part 3 GROUPS, TEAMS AND LEADERSHIP Chapter 8 The Nature of Work Groups and Teams Chapter 9 Working in Groups and Teams Chapter 10 The Nature of Leadership Part 4 THE PROCESS OF MANAGEMENT Chapter 11 The Nature of Management Chapter 12 Managerial Behaviour and Effectiveness Part 5 STRUCTURES OF ORGANISATION Chapter 13 Organisation Strategy and Structure Chapter 14 Patterns of Structure and Work Organisation Chapter 15 Technology and Organisations Part 6 ORGANISATION MANAGEMENT Chapter 16 Organisational Control and Power Chapter 17 Corporate Responsibility and Ethics Chapter 18 Organisation Culture and Change Chapter 19 Organisational Performance and Development Conclusion Glossary