Integrating Organizational Behavior Management with Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Integrating Organizational Behavior Management with Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Author: C. Merle Johnson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2013-09-13
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1135739390

This book examines the intersection of Organizational Behavior Management (OBM) and Industrial and Organizational Psychology (I/O Psychology). It argues that, whilst OBM and I/O Psychology have developed simultaneously, they have done so with minimal integration. I/O Psychology, a somewhat older field, has evolved to become widely accepted, both influencing management and social sciences and being affected by them. It can be viewed as a research-oriented subject that is closely aligned with human resources functions. With regards to the intersection of I/O Psychology with OBM, some practices are more closely related than others; and of those that are related, some are relatively consistent with OBM practices, while others are very inconsistent. Most I/O Psychology interventions focus on many people simultaneously, seeking to ensure that one intervention affects multiple employees as a cost-efficient way to improve organizations, while OBM is usually better than I/O Psychology at improving the behaviors of individuals and smaller groups or workers. This book provides a framework for understanding differences and similarities between I/O Psychology and OBM, and as such is an innovative compendium for students, scholars, applied psychologists, and human resource specialists. It was originally published as a special issue of the Journal of Organizational Behavior Management.

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.

Organizational Psychology in Cross Cultural Perspective

Organizational Psychology in Cross Cultural Perspective
Author: Colin P. Silverthorne
Publisher: NYU Press
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0814739865

The last two decades have seen an explosive increase in the ethnic diversity of the workforce, growth in international business, and the emergence of many more multinational companies. The potential for problems as companies operate across borders and managers manage in countries which have different values, norms and cultural behaviors is great. By looking at organizational psychology in a cross-cultural context, we can gain an understanding of the challenges facing organizations and business today. This text breaks new ground in introducing organizational psychology from a cross cultural perspective. It provides a foundational overview of the current major theories in organizational psychology, and illuminates the impact of cultural differences on organizational dynamics. It also makes available specific research concerning our current understandings of how these dynamics play out in particular regions and countries, such as autocratic versus democratic leadership styles in Africa and Europe or conflict management in Asia. The volume offers a welcome introduction to the topic to those in industrial/organizational psychology, international relations and management, and international business/MBA programs focusing on international issues.

New Directions in Organizational Psychology and Behavioral Medicine

New Directions in Organizational Psychology and Behavioral Medicine
Author: Alexander-Stamatios G. Antoniou
Publisher: Gower Publishing, Ltd.
Total Pages: 440
Release: 2011
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781409410829

In New Directions in Organizational Psychology and Behavioural Medicine, 40 world experts discuss issues relevant to human resource and talent management. The editors present recent research into occupational health psychology with particular emphasis on employment-related physical and psychological health matters. In a time of economic upheaval their findings will be invaluable to researchers and practitioners.

Positive Organizational Behavior

Positive Organizational Behavior
Author: Debra Nelson
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2007-05-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781412912136

Positive Organizational Behavior is emerging as a truly contemporary movement within the classic discipline of organizational behavior. The best work of leading scholars is gathered together in one edited collection. Chapters present the states, traits, and processes that compromise this exciting new science. In addition to mapping the field, this collection goes one step further and invites noted experts to identify the methodological challenges facing scholars of positive organizational behavior. Positive Organizational Behavior constitutes the study of positive human strengths and competencies, how it can be facilitated, assessed and managed to improve performance in the workplace . Its roots are firmly within positive psychology but transplanted to the world of work and organizations.

Organisational Behaviour For Dummies

Organisational Behaviour For Dummies
Author: Cary Cooper
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2012-04-20
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119951240

Your plain-English introduction to organisational behaviour Organisational Behaviour (OB) is the study of how people, individuals, and groups act in organisations. Whether you're studying OB, or you just want a better understanding of people at work, Organisational Behaviour For Dummies gives you all the essentials for understanding this fascinating subject. Inside you'll find out about personality and individual differences, teams and groups, personnel selection and assessment, and health and well-being at work. You'll also find out how leaders lead, how motivators motivate, and how the modern workplace is changing and evolving. An easy-to-read introduction to organisational behaviour for business, management, and organisational psychology students A useful reference for managers A fascinating look at behaviour in the modern workplace Whether you're a student of organisational behaviour, a manager, or a lifelong learner with an interest in human behaviour and psychology in the workplace, Organisational Behaviour For Dummies has you covered.

Social Psychology and Organizations

Social Psychology and Organizations
Author: David De Cremer
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 676
Release: 2011-01-07
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1136937897

This book is one of the first to provide an overview of recent developments in social psychological theory as it applies to organizational issues. It brings together outstanding scholars whose research touches the interfaces of social psychology , IO psychology and organizational behavior. Social psychology deals with social interactions between individuals and groups. As individuals populate, run, and confuse (!) organizations, analyzing individual behavior and interpersonal interactions is critical for understanding organizational effectiveness and success, as well as individual satisfaction and well-being. The chapters in this volume address the critical topics for current and future organizational life such as prosocial and antisocial behavior, ethics, trust, creativity, diversity, stress, conflict, power and leadership and many more.

Psychology at Work

Psychology at Work
Author: Lilly M. Berry
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Book Company Limited
Total Pages: 578
Release: 1998
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 9780071159630

Addresses the issues of using psychology at work. Focusing on the development of employees and organizational structure, the text helps students understand the applications of psychology in the workplace and presents them with strategies for solving the human problems of work.