With descriptive models‚ the role of the OD practitioner is to illuminate “what is” for the client‚ and “what could be”. Within descriptive models‚ contingency theorists would argue that the OD practitioner facilitates change only‚ not focus. The client determines the direction of change and the OD practitioner helps the client get there. Most diagnostic models fit under the “descriptive” category. Examples include: ! ! ! ! ! ! Bolman and Deal: Four Frames Model Freedman: Socio-technical Systems Model
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MOTIVATIONAL FACTORS AFFECTING THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE STUDENTS IN CAVITE STATE UNIVERSITY- IMUS CAMPUS Jessa C. Mercado Macario A. Cruzado III Armielyn D. Aguinaldo A research proposal submitted to Ms. Azelle Charese Agdon. Instructor‚ Department of Economics Cavite State University Imus City‚ Cavite. In partial fulfilment of the requirement for subject DCEE 28‚ Methods of Research Bachelor of Science in Office Administration INTRODUCTION Motivation is a process
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INTRODUCTION Change is an inherent feature inmost organizations today be it public or private. It may be affected by factors which are internal or external to the organization. According to Burnes‚ (2004) a change program is a term that is used to refer to the co-ordination of a structured period of transition from Situation A to Situation B in order to achieve lasting change. A change programme is essential to an organization in that is experiencing change as it caters for the effects the ongoing
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Theory X and Theory Y represent two sets of assumptions about human nature and human behavior that are relevant to the practice of management. Theory X represents a negative view of human nature that assumes individuals generally dislike work‚ are irresponsible‚ and require close supervision to do their jobs. Theory Y denotes a positive view of human nature and assumes individuals are generally industrious‚ creative‚ and able to assume responsibility and exercise self-control in their jobs. One would
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Behaviour Change This assignment will reflect on psychological theories which impact on behaviour. Becker’s (1974) Health Belief Model and DiClemente and Prochaska’s (1983) Behaviour Change Cycle will be discussed in relation to the role of Health Visitors in promoting health and changing behaviours. The standards of proficiency for Specialist Community Public Health Nurses states‚ that one of the ten key principles of public health practices is working with communities to improve their health
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Motivational Practices in Various Organizations [pic] METHODS IN BUSINESS RESEARCH [pic] Submitted By Syed Somair Mazhar 8012 Muhammed Zubair 7859 Muhammed Sohaib 8166 Muhammed Maaz 7489 Irfan-ul-Haq 7741 Submitted to Miss Ambreen Asad Khan Date April 22‚ 2008 Letter of Transmittal April 22‚ 2008 Miss Ambreen Asad Khan‚ IoBM. Dear Madam‚ Here is the research report based on “Motivational Practices in various Organization”‚ which you had authorized and
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managers. So I had chosen to have an informal discussions with them rather than giving them my questionnaire. 2. Application of Taylor’s Theory on Secondary Research The idea that McDonald’s had‚ was to provide quality fast food at cheap price. McDonald’s is a complete success as demand for their product is enormous. The management uses the scientific management theory by giving each member of staff a different job like a production line (e.g. One employee cook burgers and another put the burgers in
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Activity 4.1: How a Country’s Culture Affects Motivational Efforts Carlos J. Rivera Indiana Wesleyan University How a Country’s Culture Affects Motivational Efforts When employees and managers from the US and other countries are mixed together in any intense environment they often bring with them different expectations about workplace success factors‚ rewards and career development as well as differences in motivational wiring. Managers need to be sure they understand these differences and
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"There is nothing permanent in life except change‚" said philosopher Heraclitus. Others have called change or variety as ’the spice of life’. So‚ changes (shuffle or reshuffle) in the government from time to time should come as no surprise to anyone‚ though changes in the political arena are often viewed with suspicion. Change is in the very nature of being. Every new day is different from the previous day. Body metabolism is one such process as also growth of trees and revolving of planets. Tides
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Change can be both negative and positive‚ bringing about unexpected consequences. In both of the texts‚ the personas are widowers‚ struggling to handle their changed situation created by the death of their loved one. We can see the unexpected consequence of the loneliness they experience and the hope that they have in the midst of despair. The first text ‘Widower in the country’ by Less Murray uses a slow and reflective that emphasises the personas isolation and grief and to explore his reflections
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