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Organizational behavior is the study of how individuals and groups within an organization influence behavior, aiming to enhance effectiveness through an interdisciplinary approach. Key aspects include diversity, adaptability, motivation, leadership, communication, productivity, well-being, innovation, and ethics. This field applies research to address human behavior issues in organizations, emphasizing the importance of a supportive and ethical work environment.

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OB U1 HISTORY

Organizational behavior is the study of how individuals and groups within an organization influence behavior, aiming to enhance effectiveness through an interdisciplinary approach. Key aspects include diversity, adaptability, motivation, leadership, communication, productivity, well-being, innovation, and ethics. This field applies research to address human behavior issues in organizations, emphasizing the importance of a supportive and ethical work environment.

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Organization

A structured social system consisting of group of individuals working together to


achieve some common goals.

Organizational Behavior
• Organizational behavior is a field of study that looks at how individuals,
groups, and the overall structure of an organization influence behavior
within that organization. The goal is to use this knowledge to enhance
organizational effectiveness.
• It is an interdisciplinary field that includes sociology, psychology,
communication, economics, law, political science and
management.

Nature of Organizational Behavior

• OB is a field of study and not a discipline. It is an accepted science


with a theoretical foundation that serves as the basis for research and
analysis.
• Interdisciplinary Approach. Integrates the relevant knowledge drawn
from different disciplines. OB highly draws from psychology,
communication, sociology, law, economics, law and management.
• An Applied Science. Objective is to make application of various
researches to solve the problems of human behavior in organization.
Nature of Organizational Behaviour
• Diversity: Organizational behaviour recognizes the unique differences
among individuals, valuing diversity in backgrounds, skills, and
perspectives as a source of strength and innovation within a company.
• Adaptability: It emphasizes the need for organizations to be adaptable,
allowing them to respond effectively to changes in the market, technology,
and workforce dynamics.
• Motivation: Understanding what motivates employees is crucial in
Organisational Behaviour, as it directly influences productivity, job
satisfaction, and retention rates within an organization.
• Leadership: Effective leadership is a cornerstone of Organisational
Behaviour, as leaders shape the culture, set the vision, and guide
employees towards achieving organizational goals.
• Communication: Clear and open communication channels are vital for the
smooth operation of an organization, facilitating collaboration and
minimizing misunderstandings.
• Productivity: Organisational Behaviour aims to enhance productivity by
optimizing the work environment, ensuring that employees have the
resources and support they need to perform at their best.
• Well-being: Employee well-being is a focus area in Organizational
Behaviour, with the understanding that a healthy work-life balance
contributes to better performance and lower turnover.
• Innovation: Encouraging innovation is part of Organizational Behaviour,
as it drives growth and keeps organizations competitive in their respective
industries.
• Ethics: Organizational Behaviour upholds ethical standards and practices,
ensuring that organizations operate with integrity and respect for all
stakeholders.

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