Management And Organisational Behaviour

This long established market leader has set standards that few texts have equalled in terms of accessibility of writing style, clarity of presentation and popularity with students and teachers alike. Written from a managerial perspective and packed with contemporary references to management research and practice, it continues to prove the student's OB text of choice. This eighth edition brings fresh evidence to explore theory in practice, and a wide range of brand new and intriguing examples and case studies on issues and organisations that are engaging, relevant and contemporary. It also provides an abundance of online student self-assessment resources.The breadth of appeal of this text makes it ideal for Management and Organisation courses from HND level through undergraduate and up to MBA.

Everything you need to know about organisational behaviour in the workplace for your future career in management, in one industry-leading text. Organisational Behaviour in the Workplace, 12th edition by Laurie Mullins is the new, modernised edition of the text Management & Organisational Behaviour, ideal for students and professionals. This new version guides students through the person-organisation relationship, shedding new light on aspects regarding the understanding, prediction, and control of human behaviour at work. By incorporating new engaging content and a range of case studies, this revised edition applies theories around the concepts of individual personality and groups, and leadership and management, aiming to help you understand all aspects of organisational behaviour, performance, and culture, from theory to practice. Key features include: Overview topic map that improves the flow of topics and facilitates the connection with other chapters. Organisational Behaviour in Action — a series of case studies that give valuable insight into real-world examples. 'You' — critical thinking questions that encourage self-reflection and active reading. New section Critical Thinking Zone, written by practitioner Dr. Jacqueline McLean, demonstrating activities that develop critical thinking via different viewpoints in researched articles. Personal skills and employability sections that help you develop your social and work-based skills in preparation for life after studying. Conceptual mind maps of complex topics that aid understanding and revision. Student companion website that includes further information, self-test questions, and helpful videos. With a plethora of questions, activities, and employability sections, this market-leading text supports your deeper understanding of the subject and the development of your critical thinking and employability skills, which will prove invaluable later in your career.

La 4è de couv. indique : "This second European edition of Management & Organisational Behaviour builds on the success of the previous edition to offer a comprehensive discussion of behavioural skills and the workings of organisations. Updated to reflect current business practices, the text includes a new chapter on HRM within the organisation and expanded coverage of key topics such as globalisation. The author takes a functional approach, integrating theory and practice in a lively and engaging manner, to promote critical awareness and equip students to deal with real-world management situations. Features include : Strong pedagogy : Each chapter provides a wealth of interactive exercises, progressing through various levels of ability, to suit seminar groups and individual study. These include experiential exercises, questions for study and discussion and case studies linked to chapter topics ; European examples : Provided throughout the text, these examples apply the theory of management and organisational behaviour in both a European and wider global context, allowing students to engage with the material in a relevant way ; A new chapter on HRM within the organisation : This chapter has been added to enhance breadth of knowledge and provide up-to-date coverage of key legislation ; Strong practical focus : Thought-provoking boxes interspersed throughout the text ground academic theory in a dynamic real-world context, highlighting contemporary issues such as research, ethics, diversity, technology and the environment."

Today’s organizations are undergoing immense change and Organizational Behaviour and Management, 4th Edition is changing with them to provide a cutting-edge introduction for all modern courses. Martin Fellenz has joined John Martin in comprehensively reorganizing and updating the text, guided by the very latest developments in theory and industry. Informed by the latest research, Martin & Fellenz walk carefully through the fundamental topics with a focus on key issues – globalization and culture, ethics and corporate social responsibility, competitive pressures, and organizational change – to leave students with a practical and open-minded grasp of organizational behaviour in the twenty-first century.

Used by students worldwide, this book provides a comprehensive examination of the applied behavioural sciences, and focuses on fundamental ideas which have stood the test of years of application in different environments.

Now in its 11th edition Laurie Mullins's Management & Organisational Behaviour is the essential guide to OB for students today. Over half a million students have used this engaging and practically focused book as their introduction to the world of management and organisational behaviour, and it continues to evolve and improve to serve the needs of modern students.Using both theory and practical, real-world examples, the textbook considers how organisational performance can be improved through effective management of people. This unique approach to the subject enables students to relate Organisational Behaviour to Management in the broader social and cultural contexts.

This eighth edition brings fresh evidence to explore theory in practice, and a wide range of brand new and intriguing examples and case studies on issues and organisations that are engaging, relevant and contemporary.

Praised by students as easy to understand and insightful to study, the first edition of this text has developed an outstanding reputation for its clear presentation of organizational behavior principles, both theoretical and applied. This new edition builds on the success of the first with new text features in every chapter, increased coverage of new theories, and significant addition of international applications. The text also includes a case study at the end of every chapter to enable students to apply the principles they have learned, as well as an introductory case to pique student interest. MARKETS: Designed for courses in organizational behavior or management and organizational behavior at the undergraduate and MBA level.