Organizational Behavior (18th Edition)
● Authors: Stephen P. Robbins, Timothy A. Judge
● Latest Edition: 18th Edition (2020)
● Publisher: Pearson
● ISBN: 9780134729329(Google Books, McGraw Hill)
Overview:
This textbook offers a comprehensive exploration of the behavior of individuals and groups
within organizational settings. It integrates theoretical concepts with real-world applications,
providing insights into how organizational behavior affects performance, motivation,
leadership, and culture. The 18th edition includes updated research findings and
contemporary examples to reflect the evolving workplace dynamics.
📚 Chapter Summaries
Chapter 1: What Is Organizational Behavior?
Introduces the field of organizational behavior (OB), defining its scope and importance. It
discusses the interdisciplinary nature of OB, drawing from psychology, sociology, and
anthropology, and outlines how understanding OB can lead to improved organizational
effectiveness.
Chapter 2: Diversity in Organizations
Examines the impact of workforce diversity on organizational performance. The chapter
discusses various dimensions of diversity, including age, gender, race, and cultural
background, and explores strategies for managing diversity effectively.
Chapter 3: Attitudes and Job Satisfaction
Explores the relationship between employee attitudes and job satisfaction. It delves into how
attitudes are formed, their impact on behavior, and the significance of job satisfaction in
predicting work outcomes like productivity and turnover.
Chapter 4: Emotions and Moods
Analyzes the role of emotions and moods in the workplace. The chapter discusses how
emotional states influence decision-making, creativity, and interpersonal relationships,
emphasizing the importance of emotional intelligence.
Chapter 5: Personality and Values
● Authors: Stephen P. Robbins, Timothy A. Judge
● Latest Edition: 18th Edition (2020)
● Publisher: Pearson
● ISBN: 9780134729329(Google Books, McGraw Hill)
Overview:
This textbook offers a comprehensive exploration of the behavior of individuals and groups
within organizational settings. It integrates theoretical concepts with real-world applications,
providing insights into how organizational behavior affects performance, motivation,
leadership, and culture. The 18th edition includes updated research findings and
contemporary examples to reflect the evolving workplace dynamics.
📚 Chapter Summaries
Chapter 1: What Is Organizational Behavior?
Introduces the field of organizational behavior (OB), defining its scope and importance. It
discusses the interdisciplinary nature of OB, drawing from psychology, sociology, and
anthropology, and outlines how understanding OB can lead to improved organizational
effectiveness.
Chapter 2: Diversity in Organizations
Examines the impact of workforce diversity on organizational performance. The chapter
discusses various dimensions of diversity, including age, gender, race, and cultural
background, and explores strategies for managing diversity effectively.
Chapter 3: Attitudes and Job Satisfaction
Explores the relationship between employee attitudes and job satisfaction. It delves into how
attitudes are formed, their impact on behavior, and the significance of job satisfaction in
predicting work outcomes like productivity and turnover.
Chapter 4: Emotions and Moods
Analyzes the role of emotions and moods in the workplace. The chapter discusses how
emotional states influence decision-making, creativity, and interpersonal relationships,
emphasizing the importance of emotional intelligence.
Chapter 5: Personality and Values
