Organizational Behavior: Human Behavior at Work
13th Edition
Published on 16. May 2010
Book
Paperback/Softback
544 pages
978-0-07-128948-1 (ISBN)
Description
Organizational Behavior: Human Behavior at Work, 13e is a solid research-based and referenced text known for its very readable style and innovative pedagogy. While minimizing technical jargon, John Newstrom carefully blends theory with practice so that basic theories come to life in a realistic context. As in previous editions, this edition will be filled with practical, applied advice and a widely accepted, and specially updated, presentation of five models of organizational behavior that provides an integrating framework throughout the book.
More details
Edition
13th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United States
Publishing group
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 256 mm
Width: 202 mm
Thickness: 22 mm
Weight
977 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-07-128948-1 (9780071289481)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Respected teacher, widely published author, and consultant to organizations in the areas of training and supervisory development. He is Professor Emeritus of Management in the Management Studies Department of the Labovitz School of Business and Economics at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD).
Content
Part One: Fundamentals of Organizational Behavior Chp.1 The Dynamics of People and Organizations Chp.2 Models of Organizational Behavior Chp.3 Managing Communications Chp.4 Social Systems and Organizational CulturePart Two: Motivation and Reward Systems Chp.5 Motivation Chp.6 Appraising and Rewarding PerformancePart Three: Leadership and Empowerment Chp.7 Leadership Chp.8 Empowerment and ParticipationPart Four: Individual and Interpersonal Behavior Chp.9 Employee Attitudes and Their Effects Chp.10 Issues between Organizations and Individuals Chp.11 Conflict, Power, and Organizational PoliticsPart Five: Group Behavior Chp.12 Informal and Formal Groups Chp.13 Teams and Team Building Part Six: Change and Its Effects Chp.14 Managing Change Chp.15 Stress and CounselingPart Seven: Emerging Aspects of Organizational Behavior Chp.16 Organizational Behavior across CulturesPart Eight: Case ProblemsGlossaryAppendix A: Personal Development PlanAppendix B: Practical Advice to Future Managers