Organisational Behaviour for Social Work

Organisational Behaviour for Social Work
Author: Gavin Bissell
Publisher: Policy Press
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2012
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1847422799

Using real social work case examples, Organisational behaviour for social work unites the well-established study of behaviour in organizations with the special, and sometimes unusual, organizational settings of social work practice.

Organization Practice

Organization Practice
Author: Mary Katherine O'Connor
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 468
Release: 2009-01-28
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0470495537

Human service organizations are under increasing pressure to demonstrate that their programs work. Organization Practice, Second Edition helps students and professionals in human services and nonprofit management understand complex behaviors in organizations. This new edition provides a new, practical model for understanding cultural identities within organizations. Also, it is significantly revised to include numerous real-world cases, critical thinking questions, empirical support, and engaging exercises. Social workers, as well as public health and nonprofit administrators will benefit from the insights in this book.

Work Psychology and Organizational Behaviour

Work Psychology and Organizational Behaviour
Author: Wendy Hollway
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 224
Release: 1991-04-12
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781446240502

Tracing the development of work psychology and organizational behaviour from the early 20th century to the present, this book focuses on the relations between knowledge, power and practice. The author charts the impact of such psychology upon the emergence of new management tools.

Organisational Behaviour

Organisational Behaviour
Author: Gert Alblas
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 505
Release: 2019-11-11
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1000035646

Organisational Behaviour is an introduction to understanding behaviour of people in organisations and discusses this behaviour for working in and managing an organisation. Subjects discussed include: Motivating and influencing people Group behaviour Communication and handling information Power and leadership Decision making Structuring organisations Organisational culture and managing change Managing stress and conflicts

Organisations and Management in Social Work

Organisations and Management in Social Work
Author: Mark Hughes
Publisher: SAGE Publications Limited
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2007-09-24
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9781412902014

What role does social work play in human service organizations? How do social workers experience and initiate organizational change? How can they engage and negotiate with managers and other professionals? How does a social worker deal with ethical and interpersonal conflicts within organizations? This book grounds these complex questions in a comprehensive and accessible overview of the organizational context of social work practice.

Work and Organizational Behaviour

Work and Organizational Behaviour
Author: John Bratton
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 1067
Release: 2020-11-18
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1350305405

Critical and accessible, the new edition of this bestselling textbook offers valuable insight into contemporary management practices and encourages readers to reflect on the realities of the workplace. Work and Organizational Behaviour takes a unique and well-rounded approach, exploring key theories and topics through the lenses of sociology, psychology, ethics and sustainability. Firmly embedded in the latest research and the wider geopolitical environment, this new edition places OB in the context of climate change, the rise of unstable working conditions and the impact of new technologies. A strong suite of pedagogy supports student learning, demonstrating key theories in action and preparing readers for the real world of work. Cases and features illustrate contemporary organizational practices and their impact across the world, in a range of industries. With streamlined content, an improved structure, and an enhanced focus on leadership, Work and Organizational Behaviour is an essential companion for OB modules at undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA levels. New to this Edition: - New chapters on 'Work and the gig economy' and 'Human resource management' - New decision making scenarios helping readers to develop practical leadership skills - 200+ new references to recent academic literature - Inclusion of important contemporary topics, including Covid-19 and the gig economy - Coverage of new technologies, including the impact of AI, robots, remote working and big data - Increased coverage of corporate social responsibility and ethics - New end of chapter cases, Reality of Work features and Globalization and Organization Behaviour features

Organisations and Management in Social Work

Organisations and Management in Social Work
Author: Mark Hughes
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 218
Release: 2007-09-07
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 144623360X

What role does social work play in human service organisations? How do social workers experience and initiate organisational change? How can they engage and negotiate with managers and other professionals? How does a social worker deal with ethical and interpersonal conflicts within organisations? Organisations and Management in Social Work grounds these complex questions in a comprehensive and accessible overview of the organisational context of social work practice. The book demonstrates how effective service delivery is dependent on organisational and managerial activities and procedures, and emphasises the importance of critiquing existing organisational structures. This invaluable book: " critically examines organisational theory, managerial techniques and organisational structures " develops strategies for ethical and reflective organisational practice " promotes an understanding of how to plan and manage change in learning organisations " helps readers understand the nature of social work professionalism, including partnership and teamwork, and the inherent tensions in human service organisations " discusses important themes such as leadership, supervision, risk, decision making, and accountability " explores the potential for increasing service user and worker participation in organisations " includes extended practice examples and reflective questions. Organisations and Management in Social Work will be essential reading for social work students and professionals who wish to better understand the organisational context in which they work. Dr Mark Hughes is a Lecturer and Dr Michael Wearing is a Senior Lecturer in Social Work in the School of Social Sciences and International Studies at the University of New South Wales.

Organisational Behaviour

Organisational Behaviour
Author: Suresh Murugan
Publisher: Social work department, PSGCAS
Total Pages: 46
Release: 2013-12-01
Genre:
ISBN:

ABOUT PROJECT MSW : CONVERSION OF SOCIAL WORK STUDY MATERIALS (IN PAPER) INTO SOFT COPIES, ELIMINATING THE DIFFUCILTIES IN GETTING STUDY MATERIALS.

Organizational Behaviour

Organizational Behaviour
Author: Nancy Langton
Publisher: Pearson Education Canada
Total Pages: 696
Release: 2012-06-27
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0133076768

For introductory courses in Organizational Behaviour, Organizational Psychology, Industrial Psychology, and Human Relations in departments of management, public administration, psychology, social work, political science, and education. Organizational Behaviour, 6ce is the most student-engaging comprehensive book in the market. It makes OB relevant to students, no matter what their background, work experience or their career goals. MyOBLab is not included with the purchase of this product.

Mullins: Organisational Behaviour in the Workplace

Mullins: Organisational Behaviour in the Workplace
Author: Laurie J. Mullins
Publisher: Pearson UK
Total Pages: 752
Release: 2019-07-22
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1292245506

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.