PDEL 5204 CA2

What is the primary focus of organizational behaviour (OB)?

•  Analyzing market trends and opportunities

• Studying individual and group behaviours in a workplace

• Implementing organizational changes effectively

• Managing external shocks and challenges

Why is the ability to anticipate shocks and respond rapidly important for organizations?

• To achieve personal growth for managers

• To increase the cumulative store of human knowledge

• To enhance performance and survival

• To establish better interpersonal relationships

 Which statement accurately describes organizational behaviour (OB)?

• The study of how people interact within groups to increase productivity

• The systematic study of organizational structures and management techniques

• A micro-level approach focused on individual and group behaviours in an organization

• The application of scientific study in workplace processes to increase efficiency

How can understanding OB benefit managers?

• By gaining personal fulfilment and self-knowledge

• By anticipating market trends and opportunities

• By increasing their authority and power within the organization

• By implementing rapid and appropriate responses to external shocks

What is the significance of organizational behaviour (OB) findings, even if they are not immediately practical applications?

• They contribute to better understanding of subordinates and superiors

• They help managers anticipate shocks and trends

• They lead to increased profitability and performance

• They add to the cumulative store of human knowledge

What is the focus of the micro-level perspective in organizational behaviour?

• Organizational attributes such as goals and technology

• Analyzing individual behavior within the organization

• Applying behavioral sciences in the workplace

• Conducting case studies and surveys

Organizational Theory primarily focuses on which unit of analysis?

• Individual employees within the organization

• Applied techniques in human resources management

• The organization as a whole

• Employee benefits and compensation systems

Which approach does Organizational Theory (OT) use primarily?

• Micro-level perspective

• Across-organization approach

• Case studies and surveys

• Field experiments and lab work

 What is the primary goal of Human Resources Management (HR)?

• Conducting field experiments and lab work

• Linking employees and organizations through systems design

• Focusing on applied techniques in organizational behaviour

• Analyzing individual cognitive features in the society

Which method is more commonly used in Organizational Behaviour (OB) to gather information?

• Field experiments and lab work

• Case studies and surveys

• Applied techniques in HR management

• Designing systems for employee motivation