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Work and Organizational Behaviour (PDF eBook) 4th edition


Work and Organizational Behaviour (PDF eBook) 4th edition

eBook by Bratton, John

Work and Organizational Behaviour (PDF eBook)

£49.49

ISBN:
9781352010985
Publication Date:
18 Nov 2020
Edition:
4th edition
Publisher:
Bloomsbury Publishing
Imprint:
Bloomsbury Academic
Pages:
554 pages
Format:
eBook
For delivery:
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Work and Organizational Behaviour (PDF eBook)

Description

Critical and accessible, the new edition of this bestselling textbook offers valuable insight into contemporary management practices and encourages readers to reflect on the realities of the workplace. Work and Organizational Behaviour takes a unique and well-rounded approach, exploring key theories and topics through the lenses of sociology, psychology, ethics and sustainability. Firmly embedded in the latest research and the wider geopolitical environment, this new edition places OB in the context of climate change, the rise of unstable working conditions and the impact of new technologies. A strong suite of pedagogy supports student learning, demonstrating key theories in action and preparing readers for the real world of work. Cases and features illustrate contemporary organizational practices and their impact across the world, in a range of industries. With streamlined content, an improved structure, and an enhanced focus on leadership, Work and Organizational Behaviour is an essential companion for OB modules at undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA levels.New to this Edition: - New chapters on 'Work and the gig economy' and 'Human resource management'- New decision making scenarios helping readers to develop practical leadership skills- 200+ new references to recent academic literature- Inclusion of important contemporary topics, including Covid-19 and the gig economy- Coverage of new technologies, including the impact of AI, robots, remote working and big data- Increased coverage of corporate social responsibility and ethics- New end of chapter cases, Reality of Work features and Globalization and Organization Behaviour featuresAccompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/work-and-organizational-behaviour-4e. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.

Contents

1. Introducing contemporary organizational behaviour 2. Work and the gig economy 3. Studying work and organizations 4. Class, gender, race and equality 5. Personality and self-identity 6. Perception and emotions 7. Motivation 8. Learning 9. Group and team dynamics 10. Communication 11. Structure 12. Technology 13. Culture 14. Human resource management 15. Leadership 16. Decision making, ethics and social responsibility 17. Power, politics and conflict 18. Change.

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