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by Dan Kipley (Author), Roxanne Helm-Stevens (Author)
Organizational Management: An Introduction to Managing People provides readers with foundational knowledge of organizational behavior and its influence on the effectiveness of organizations. The text begins with an overview, including a discussion on the definition and importance of organizational behavior. It then explores the development of organizational behavior from its simple beginnings to its current status as a complex area of study, essential for those aspiring to hold managerial positions.
The material covers a wide range of concepts, including individual behavior foundations, motivational strategies, and job design. It emphasizes the need for understanding human behavior in an organizational context and how it impacts managerial decision-making. The book also discusses the managing of social processes, decision making, and the importance of leadership, innovation, and organizational culture in today's dynamic business environment.
Organizational Management is ideal for undergraduate and graduate courses in organizational behavior, human resource management, or any course focusing on the management of human capital within organizations. Its structured approach to examining individual and group behavior within the context of organizational processes makes it an essential resource for students and educators in the field of management.
