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Management and Organisational Behaviour Laurie Mullins

Management and Organisational Behaviour By Laurie Mullins

Management and Organisational Behaviour by Laurie Mullins


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Summary

Presenting a managerial approach to the study of organizational behaviour, with an emphasis on improving working performance through a better understanding of human resources, this book contains summaries, review questions and assignments.

Management and Organisational Behaviour Summary

Management and Organisational Behaviour by Laurie Mullins

The sixth edition of Europe's best selling Organisational Behaviour textbook builds on the strengths and reputation of previous editions. With its accessible writing style and comprehensive coverage and strong internal layout it has proven to be the text of choice for students of business and management. demonstrating the application of behavioural science within the workplace the author emphasises the role of management as a core integrating activity. compiled in The Guardian, The Times, The Bookseller and Management Today. A critical reflection feature within each chapter encourages the student to critically evaluate the key ideas and practices within management and organisational behaviour. It includes a 'debate' topic which offers a springboard for lively group and class discussion of important issues. A page referenced glossary of key terms at the end of the book enables students to locate the information quickly. New and updated articles from the Financial Times have been chosen to highlight the debate in the media and amongst practising managers concerning topical issues. References to research and publications have been rigorously edited to ensure only the most relevant, important and up-to-date are included. questions containing extensive feedback, annotated weblinks, suggested activities and further case studies to complement the text. For the lecturer, an enhanced lecturer's guide with teaching notes and a range of additional case studies and seminar activities is available. PowerPoint slides, OHT masters and a bank of multiple choice questions and answers will also be available. Behaviour: We needed a textbook written to fit into the European context and the European way of thinking. Mullins has provided us with that perfectly. The international dimension will help students in their future studies and beyond. Jorgen Ljund, Linkoping University The book is logically structured and clearly written, thus enabling easy access to the subject without compromising the academic integrity. The theories and concepts discussed in the text are clearly applied through interesting and relevant case studies. It is ideal for undergraduates, but I have also found it proves useful for overseas postgraduate students, for whom English is not their first language.' Alf Crossman, Surrey European Management School, University of Surrey 'This text offers a balanced view of management theories with stimulating, but practical illustrations for a whole range of practitioners.' Jeannie Frodsham, Lecturer in Management Studies, DMS Co-ordinator, Bury College

Table of Contents

PART 1 - MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR 1. Introduction 2. The Nature of Organisational Behaviour 3. Approaches to Organisation and Management PART 2 - THE ORGANISATIONAL SETTING 4. The Nature of Organisations 5. Organisational Goals and Objectives PART 3 - THE ROLE OF THE MANAGER 6. The Nature of Management 7. Managerial Behaviour and Effectiveness 8. The Nature of Leadership PART 4 - THE INDIVIDUAL 9. Individual Differences 10. The Nature of Learning 11. The Process of Perception 12. The Nature of Motivation PART 5 - GROUPS 13. The Nature of Work Groups 14. Group Processes and Behaviour PART 6 - ORGANISATION STRUCTURES 15. Organisation Structure and Design 16. Patterns of Structure and Work Organisation 17. Technology and Organisations PART 7 - MANAGEMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES 18. Job Satisfaction and Work Performance 19. Human Resource Management 20. Staffing the Organisation PART 8 - IMPROVING ORGANISATIONAL PERFORMANCE 21. Management Control and Power 22. Organisation Development (Culture, Conflict and Change) 23. Management Development and Organisational Effectiveness

Additional information

GOR001224564
9780273651475
0273651471
Management and Organisational Behaviour by Laurie Mullins
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Pearson Education Limited
2001-10-29
952
N/A
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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