Online Class: Organizational Behavior in Business

Name: Organizational Behavior in Business
Price: 95.00 USD

Delve into the pivotal world of organizational behavior that forms the backbone of business excellence, revealing how employee dynamics shape corporate ethos and results. Embrace the power of cultural diversity and strategic foresight to navigate through industry challenges and propel the organization forward.

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Lessons
23

Exams &
Assignments
219

Students
have taken this course
7

Hours
average time
0.7

CEUs

Course Description

Unveiling the Symphony of Business Success: Dive Deep into Organizational Behavior

The intricate machinery of a business's success is propelled by countless cogs and gears. From the nuances of clientele preferences and evolving industry dynamics to visionary management and strategic foresight, every element plays a pivotal role in shaping a company's trajectory. Astute business leaders, in their relentless quest for excellence, dive deep to comprehend and leverage each of these facets in their decision-making matrix. Yet, in this vast constellation of factors, one star shines particularly bright: Organizational Behavior.

To the untrained eye or those outside the realm of corporate orchestration, organizational behavior might appear as a mere footnote. Yet, its ramifications resonate profoundly. Ironically, the very individuals most influenced by it—employees—often underestimate its transformative potential. This pulsating force, encapsulating attitudes, beliefs, and actions, undeniably forms the heartbeat of any organization, driving both its ethos and outcomes.

Join us on a captivating journey as we dissect the multifaceted world of organizational behavior:

Culture & Diversity: Step into a world where the cultural mosaic of employees becomes an organization's greatest asset. Dive deep into the dynamics of diverse backgrounds, and explore how they craft an environment ripe for innovation and growth.
Strategizing Success: Strategy isn't merely about broad goals. It’s about aligning the soul of the organization towards a shared vision. Witness how an effectively sculpted strategy can metamorphose organizational behavior, creating an unstoppable momentum towards success.
Navigating the Tides of Stress: In today's high-octane corporate environment, stress is an ever-looming shadow. Master techniques to navigate, mitigate, and even harness stress, turning potential obstacles into stepping stones.

Beyond just a course, this is an odyssey—one that promises to redefine your perspective on the very essence of business success. Embrace the challenge, harness the potential of organizational behavior, and let's co-create a brighter, more successful future for your enterprise!

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Completely Online
Self-Paced
6 Months to Complete
24/7 Availability
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PC & Mac Compatible
Android & iOS Friendly
Accredited CEUs

Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Course Lessons

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Lesson 1. The Impact of Human Behavior on Business Success

Good organizational behavior practices help businesses control influences, provide structure, and motivate employees, thus enhancing productivity and communication. Reliable frameworks foster a positive and efficient work environment. Additional lesson topics: Importance of Organization Behavior OB ; Organizational Behavior 12th Edition; What is organizational behavior? Learn more about the human side of business 10 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-1-Downloadable-14161.pdf
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Why this Course?
Assessment: Lesson 1 Quiz

Lesson 2. The Complex Web of Organizational Behavior

The lesson delves into the rich history and ethical underpinnings of organizational behavior, showcasing their roles in shaping workplace trends like teamwork and leadership. Additional lesson topics: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility; Five Trends Shaping The Future Of Work 10 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-2-WorkSheet-14165.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 2 Quiz

Lesson 3. Embracing Culture and Diversity in Organizations: A Pathway to Success

Cultural and workplace diversity enriches organizational behavior by introducing unique perspectives and ideas, crucial for businesses in a globalized economy. Effective management of diversity can reduce prejudice and enhance communication, ultimately benefiting overall productivity and workplace harmony. Additional lesson topics: Culture and Organizational Behavior Revisited; Diversity and its Impact on Organizational Performance: The Influence of Diversity Constructions on Expectations and Outcomes 10 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-3-Activity-14168.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 3 Quiz

Lesson 4. How We See: Perception and Attribution Explored

Perception and attribution can distort reality, leading to workplace conflicts and inefficiencies. Businesses can employ strategies to align perceptions with reality, enhancing collaboration and performance. Additional lesson topics: Understanding Attribution Theory; Here Are Several Problems That Occur With Poor Management Skills; Organizational Behavior � Perception 10 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-4-WorkSheet-14171.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 4 Quiz

Lesson 5. Motivation and Engagement: The Keys to a Thriving Workplace

Motivation in business hinges on understanding whether it is extrinsic, like financial rewards, or intrinsic, such as personal satisfaction, guiding employees in their professional journeys. The art of employee engagement involves addressing these motivators by fostering a supportive environment, open communication, and providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. Additional lesson topics: Using Motivation Theories to Help Influence Organizational Behavior; The Role of Motivation in Organizational Behavior; Several Simple Secrets You Need to Know to Increase Employee Engagement 10 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-5-Activity-14175.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 5 Quiz

Lesson 6. The Crucial Battle: Managing Stress in the Workplace

Stress significantly affects business operations, not just individual health, potentially disrupting productivity, increasing turnover, and causing poor management. Recognizing the cycle of stress within organizational behavior is essential for implementing effective interventions that enhance overall workplace wellbeing. Additional lesson topics: Stress in the Workplace; Stress: How It Works and How to Beat It; National Geographic: The Science of Stress 10 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-6-WordSearch-14178.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 6 Quiz

Lesson 7. Driving Business Success Through Creativity

Fostering creativity in business is more than just an advantageous strategy�it's the backbone of a resilient and dynamic workplace. By nurturing individual and collaborative creative efforts, businesses assure a continuous cycle of innovation that feeds back into better workplace morale and productivity. Additional lesson topics: The Importance of Creativity and Innovation in Business; Several Ways to Boost Creativity in Your Business 11 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-7-WorkSheet-14182.pdf
Complete: Lesson 7 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 7 Quiz

Lesson 8. Navigating Organizational Dynamics Through Decision Making

Decision making is a constant process that underpins the success and ethical standing of an organization, involving everyone but weighted towards those with higher authority. The lesson explores different decision types, such as strategic and ethical, and addresses factors like stress and communication that affect decision-making efficacy. Additional lesson topics: Decision Types: Several Types of Decisions Every Organization Need to Take; Factors Affecting Decision Making; The Importance of Ethics in Organizations; Impacts of Organizational Behavior in Business 11 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-8-Downloadable-14185.pdf
Complete: Lesson 8 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 8 Quiz

Lesson 9. Unlocking the Power of Communication

In the world of business, communication acts like the circulatory system, essential for the health and functionality of any organization. Emphasizing active listening and precise articulation can bridge gaps, fostering better team dynamics and reducing errors. Additional lesson topics: Communicating effectively for business; Importance of Good Communication in Business; Improving Communication: Developing Effective Communication Skills 51 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-9-Activity-14188.pdf
Complete: Lesson 9 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 9 Quiz

Lesson 10. Enhancing Team Dynamics: Navigating Groups and Teams in the Workplace

Teamwork in organizational behavior emphasizes success through collaboration, with group dynamics providing insights into employee interaction and efficiency. However, this lesson also highlights potential pitfalls, such as group conformity and conflict, and offers ways to identify and address these issues to maintain effective teamwork. Additional lesson topics: The Importance of Teamwork in an Organizational Setting; Importance of Team and Team Work 10 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-10-Activity-14191.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 10 Quiz

Lesson 11. Navigating the Intricacies of Conflict and Negotiation in Professional Settings

Combining conflict resolution with negotiation skills creates a harmonious workplace environment, benefiting both organizations and individuals. This lesson provides a deep dive into conflict types, effective resolution strategies, and honing negotiation proficiency for diverse settings. Additional lesson topics: Dealing with Workplace Conflict; The Importance of Negotiation in Corporates; Conflict Behavior In Organizations; Several Basic Types of Conflict Situations found in an Organization � Explained! 11 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-11-Downloadable-14195.pdf
Complete: Lesson 11 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 11 Quiz

Lesson 12. Evolving Leadership Practices for Modern Times

Leadership plays a strategic role in adapting organizations to changing environments, with diverse styles offering varied avenues for management and decision-making. Effective leadership requires a blend of communication, problem-solving, and inspirational qualities that drive employee engagement and organizational success. Additional lesson topics: 5 Different Types of Leadership Styles; The Best Way to Handle a Power Struggle; Leadership Values and Workplace Ethics; What is the Importance of Leadership in an Organization? 11 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-12-HomeWork-14199.pdf
Complete: Lesson 12 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 12 Quiz

Lesson 13. Power Dynamics in Business

Business politics mimic governmental politics, with individuals often operating based on personal interests rather than the organization's agenda, which can harm productivity, morale, and overall workplace environment. When leadership focuses on self-serving agendas, the negative impact can extend throughout the company, creating conflicts and undermining team collaboration. Additional lesson topics: The Effects of Organizational Structure on Behavior; Different Types of Organizational Structure 11 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-13-Activity-14202.pdf
Complete: Lesson 13 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 13 Quiz

Lesson 14. Strategy and Structure in Business

Effective strategy informs and shapes business direction, ensuring alignment with long-term goals and continuous evaluation of strengths and weaknesses. Organizational structures further ground these strategies by defining operational efficiency and influence, with options like hierarchical, functional, and matrix structures offering distinct managerial advantages. Additional lesson topics: Cultural Change That Sticks 10 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-14-WordSearch-14205.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 14 Quiz

Lesson 15. Navigating the Complex Interplay of Organizational Culture and Change

A business's culture shapes interactions and sets the tone for operations, making it vital for supporting change and achieving organizational goals. If leaders ignore cultural considerations, they risk complications and inefficiencies that undermine productivity and quality. 129 Total Points

Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-15-Downloadable-14209.pdf
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Reasons for Taking this Course
Assessment: Lesson 15 Quiz
Assessment: The Final Exam

315

Total Course Points

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Analyze the effects of management practices, ethics, and accountability on organizational behavior, demonstrating understanding through case studies or scenarios.
Define organizational behavior and describe its impact on workplace productivity by evaluating different interaction styles and organizational models.
Demonstrate an understanding of ethical responsibilities within organizational behavior by identifying roles of employers, employees, and customers in ethical enforcement.
Recognize the historical development and influence of organizational behavior studies like the Hawthorne Studies on modern management practices.
Define the concept of diversity and its potential impacts on organizational behavior within a business setting.
Demonstrate strategies to encourage and manage cultural diversity in the workplace effectively.
Describe how personal beliefs and experiences shape individual perception and attribution in organizational settings.
Explain how attribution theory can be used by management to improve communication and productivity in a business environment.
Describe the impact of employee engagement on organizational performance and employee retention.
Define the types and sources of motivation in organizational behavior, including intrinsic and extrinsic motivators.
Identify and implement effective stress management techniques within a workplace to improve employee health and performance.
Recognize the symptoms of stress and their impact on personal well-being and organizational behavior.
Define the key factors that contribute to fostering creativity and innovation in a business environment by the end of the lesson.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

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Course Title: Organizational Behavior in Business

Course Number: 9770502

Lessons Rating: 4.9 / 5 Stars (462 votes)

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

Availability: This course is fully available online in all 50 states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It�s also offered in major English-speaking countries, such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland.

Last Updated: December 2023

CEU Value: 0.7 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Classes

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Instructor: Dr. Metodija Stojanovski

Syllabus: View Syllabus

Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars