ABSTRACT

Learning to work effectively and efficiently in a group is an important part of learning to be a substantive contributor in today’s business environment. Teams: A Competency Based Approach provides a solid coverage of the underlying theory of teamwork, complemented by examples, to help students learn and practice the competencies that will allow them to take advantage of team-building opportunities.

This book helps readers to systematically identify, analyze and manage issues that arise as a result of teamwork by emphasizing four important objectives for successful team-members:

  • Recognizing opportunities for accomplishing goals within a team context
  • Appreciating other individuals' attributes in a group setting
  • Analyzing the types of environments in which teamwork is most advantageous
  • Identifying and building the necessary competencies to leverage successful group experiences

With exercises and activities designed to allow readers to engage with the material and build specific team-oriented competencies, this book offers undergraduate students interested in management, team building, and human resource training the tools needed for successful group experiences.

chapter |7 pages

Introduction

chapter |11 pages

Building Relationships

The Human Side of Teamwork

chapter |19 pages

Inner-Self Competency

What You Bring to a Team Environment

chapter |23 pages

Diversity Competency

What You Need to Know About Today's Workforce

chapter |22 pages

Team Competency

What You Need to Know About the Team Environment

chapter |16 pages

Communication Competency

Social Networks and Communicating Effectively in the Team Environment

chapter |16 pages

Environment Competency

Matching the Needs of the Organization

chapter |22 pages

Business Ethics and Social Responsibility Competency

Sustainability in Today's Workplace

chapter |13 pages

Decision-Making Competency

Critical Thinking for Consistently Making Each Decision the Best Decision

chapter |13 pages

Time-Management Competency

The Tool Kit for Effectiveness and Efficiency

chapter |22 pages

Lifelong Learning Competency

The Key to Future Success