Psychology and Work
1st Edition
Published on 18. October 2001
Book
Hardback
174 pages
978-0-415-22773-5 (ISBN)
Description
Psychology and Work provides a concise, user-friendly introduction to the field of occupational psychology. The book covers the main issues in the psychology of work and organizations. Topics discussed include the significance of work to the individual, the motivation to work, selection and training and the effects of work on health and quality of life. Organizational psychology is covered in such topics as group behaviour, leadership and management. The book assumes little or no background knowledge and is made accessible to all by the use of everyday examples throughout.
Christine Hodson has produced an ideal text, designed for A Level students and undergraduates of psychology plus business studies new to this field.
Christine Hodson has produced an ideal text, designed for A Level students and undergraduates of psychology plus business studies new to this field.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Interest Age: From 17 to 18 years
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
Weight
490 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-415-22773-5 (9780415227735)
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Christine Hodson
Psychology and Work
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10/2001
1st Edition
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€59.40
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Person
Christine Hodson is a lecturer in Psychology at Swindon College. She has also worked as a training consultant in the private and voluntary sectors.
Content
Introduction. The Significance of Work to the Individual. Motivation and Work. Selection and Training. Health and Work. Groups and Decision Making. Leadership.