ABSTRACT

Business Psychology and Organizational Behaviour introduces principles and concepts in psychology and organizational behaviour with emphasis on relevance and applications. Well organised and clearly written, it draws on a sound theoretical and applied base, and utilizes real-life examples, theories, and research findings of relevance to the world of business and work.

The new edition of this best-selling textbook has been revised and updated with expanded and new material, including: proactive personality and situational theory in personality; theory of purposeful work behaviour; emotional and social anxiety in communication; decision biases and errors; and right brain activity and creativity, to name a few. There are numerous helpful features such as learning outcomes, chapter summaries, review questions, a glossary, and a comprehensive bibliography. Illustrations of practice and relevant theory and research also take the reader through individual, group, and organizational perspectives.

This is an essential textbook for undergraduates and postgraduates studying psychology and organizational behaviour. What is more, it can be profitably used on degree, diploma, professional, and short courses. It's also likely to be of interest to the reflective practitioner in work organizations.

part I|29 pages

Perspectives and Enquiry

chapter Chapter One|27 pages

Historical Influences and Research Methodology

part II|393 pages

The Individual

chapter Chapter Two|47 pages

Personality and Intelligence

chapter Chapter Three|55 pages

Psychological Testing, Selection, and Appraisal

chapter Chapter Four|63 pages

Motivation, Job Design, and Extrinsic Rewards

chapter Chapter Five|56 pages

Perception and Communication

chapter Chapter Six|71 pages

Learning, Memory, and Training

chapter Chapter Seven|39 pages

Individual Decision Making and Creativity

chapter Chapter Eight|53 pages

Attitudes, Values, Job Satisfaction, and Commitment

part III|181 pages

The Group

chapter Chapter Nine|48 pages

Groups

chapter Chapter Ten|30 pages

Teambuilding

chapter Chapter Eleven|56 pages

Leadership and Management Style

chapter Chapter Twelve|39 pages

Power, Politics, and Conflict

part IV|201 pages

The Organization

chapter Chapter Thirteen|57 pages

Organizational Structure and Design

chapter Chapter Fourteen|43 pages

Organizational Culture

chapter Chapter Fifteen|42 pages

Organizational Change and Development

chapter Chapter Sixteen|53 pages

Health and Work: Stress