ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR AND THE SOCIOLOGY OF WORK ASSIGNMENT The two sections of interest from the OBS module are observations into the concepts of organisational culture and scientific management of work design. I will look at the challenges posed to the theories of these areas and use my interaction with my employer (Tesco) to provide concise first person examples. Organisational culture can be seen as a backbone of a company‚ however as the tangible aspects of it are barely visible
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is the study of human behavior in organisation settings‚ the interface between human behavior and the organisation‚ and the organisation itself. An organisation is function with people to achieve the desire goals in a particular environment‚ there are variety different approaches of how an organisation operates and could or should be managed. The system and situation approach or perspectives are the two perspective which share related viewpoints on organisation and how they function. The system
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all organizations; instead‚ companies must evolve the system which works best for them with the help of effective planning and technological support which changes over time as their environment and the individuals within that environment change. Challenges and opportunitiesges and unities for OB • Responding to Globalization – Increased foreign assignments – Working with people from different cultures – Coping with anti-capitalism backlash – Overseeing movement of jobs to countries with low-
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Management and business organization NOTES: Chapter 3 Introduction: 1. What is an organization: Consists of two or more people that have consciously arranged to create a basis from which to function on a regular basis to achieve a common goal. Despite differences the four common factors that organisations share are: people‚objectives‚ structure and management. Watson refers to 3 aspects of organisational life: o Importance of creative‚ critical and situation defining characteristics of the
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Each one of us endeavours to ensure a safer and better world to our children. However‚ in our attempt to grow rapidly‚ our activities and practices have an impact on our planet which is not conducive for a sustainable livelihood. There are numerous and complex challenges confronting us today which need to be addressed on a priority basis. We have polluted the atmosphere‚ contaminated the soil and water and destroyed the habitats of several species leading to their extinction. Climate change is now
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Type of business‚ purpose and ownership (P1) To run a business smoothly or effectively all business have aims or purpose‚ this could be survivor‚ to grow‚ to become a market leader. A business also aims to provide exception service or to create a reputation as the best on market. Types of business To understand how business works and what they set out to achieve‚ it’s necessary to have an understanding of the main types of business sectors which exists within a business organisation. There are
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direct political control‚ and the not-for-profit sector. The not-for-profit sector otherwise known as the third sector is present worldwide‚ consisting of various community organisations that are driven by the human desire to assist others without gaining personal benefits‚ and bring about social change (Hudson‚ 2009). Categorised into three aspects‚ the basis for such organisations include professional and industrial associations‚ member benefit groups‚ and charities. As the not-for-profit sector becomes
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(579801-M) PHYSICAL CHALLENGES Since the Gunung Rapat Hiong Piah Sdn. Bhd. is responsible for the food manufacturing‚ wholesale distribution‚ and export of Yee Hup products‚ it is facing physical challenges in international business on products‚ workforce and even physical distribution challenges. For the products challenge‚ it may face the problem on warranty since there are no warranty available for this products. Everyone is know about the Yee Hup is a local business in Malaysia and it needs
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cultural teams can provide a source of experience and innovative thinking to enhance the competitive position of organizations. However‚ cultural differences can interfere with the successful completion of projects in today’s multicultural global business community. To achieve project goals and avoid cultural misunderstandings‚ project managers should be culturally sensitive and promote
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scholarly argument and academic originality: How clear is the argument? How is it organised? How does the author present his or her original ideas to the reader? How and where does the author incorporate outside evidence? Is it used at the beginning of the article to provide background on a topic? Is it used to support a specific point in the author’s argument? Is it used to present an idea and then offer an original critique of that idea? Something else? How does the author use citing‚ referencing
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