OCN320
Homework Assignment 1
Michael Daniel
Allied American University
Author Note This paper was prepared for OCN364, Homework Assignment 1 taught by Instructor Tracy Sipma
PART I: SHORT RESPONSE
Directions: Please answer each of the following questions and provide examples from the text, if applicable. Each response should be at least two paragraphs in length and be written in complete sentences.
1. Why is a working knowledge of organizational behavior important to organizations and their employees? If people are an organizations most important asset then understanding how humans behave in organizations will improve productivity. Understanding organizational behavior allows better worker relations, more realistic expectations and improves job satisfaction. Whether an organization is for profit or not, motivating and utilizing the talent an organization has is vital in the business world today. Understanding organizational behavior is a major factor for increased opportunity and success in the business world. Gaining an awareness of an organizations culture is necessary for continued diverse growth. In order to attract the best talent to an organization, a culture of diversity and open communication is needed. Once an organization has the best talent it can find, the organization can improve efficiency and have more wide-spread viewpoints to learn from. Care must be taken though, to make sure the organizational culture is compatible with the strategic goals of an organization.
2. Why is it important to analyze the behavior of individuals, groups, and the organization as a whole to understand organizational behavior in work settings? Seeing as OB is concerned with employee related situations, it tends to emphasize behavior related to jobs, work, absenteeism, employment turnover, human performance and management. The organization’s base rests on management’s philosophy, values, vision and goals. This in turn drives
Michael Daniel
Allied American University
Author Note This paper was prepared for OCN364, Homework Assignment 1 taught by Instructor Tracy Sipma
PART I: SHORT RESPONSE
Directions: Please answer each of the following questions and provide examples from the text, if applicable. Each response should be at least two paragraphs in length and be written in complete sentences.
1. Why is a working knowledge of organizational behavior important to organizations and their employees? If people are an organizations most important asset then understanding how humans behave in organizations will improve productivity. Understanding organizational behavior allows better worker relations, more realistic expectations and improves job satisfaction. Whether an organization is for profit or not, motivating and utilizing the talent an organization has is vital in the business world today. Understanding organizational behavior is a major factor for increased opportunity and success in the business world. Gaining an awareness of an organizations culture is necessary for continued diverse growth. In order to attract the best talent to an organization, a culture of diversity and open communication is needed. Once an organization has the best talent it can find, the organization can improve efficiency and have more wide-spread viewpoints to learn from. Care must be taken though, to make sure the organizational culture is compatible with the strategic goals of an organization.
2. Why is it important to analyze the behavior of individuals, groups, and the organization as a whole to understand organizational behavior in work settings? Seeing as OB is concerned with employee related situations, it tends to emphasize behavior related to jobs, work, absenteeism, employment turnover, human performance and management. The organization’s base rests on management’s philosophy, values, vision and goals. This in turn drives