Mullins Laurie J. Management and Organisational Behaviour

7th edition. — Pearson Education Limited, Prentice Hall, Financial Times, 2005. — 1121 p.The aims of this book are to:
relate the study of organisational behaviour to that of management;
provide an integrated view embracing both theory and practice;
point out applications of behavioural science within work organisations and
mplications for management action;
ndicate ways in which organisational performance may be improved through
the better use of human resources and the effective management of people.
The book is written with a minimum of technical terminology and the format is clearly
structured. Each chapter is fully supported with illustrations and contains:
a short introduction and learning outcomes;
a set of contemporary ‘critical reflections’;
a synopsis of key points;
review and discussion questions;
personal awareness and skills exercises;
assignment(s) and/or case(s);
detailed notes and references.Management and organisational behaviourThe Nature of Organisational Behaviour
Approaches to Organisation and Management
The organisational setting
The Nature of Organisations
Organisational Goals, Strategy and Responsibilities
The role of the manager
The Nature of Management
Managerial Behaviour and Effectiveness
The Nature of Leadership
The individual
ndividual Differences
The Nature of Learning
The Process of Perception
Work Motivation and Rewards
Groups and teamwork
The Nature of Work Groups and Teams
Working in Groups and Teams
Organisational structures
Organisation Structure and Design
Patterns of Structure and Work Organisation
Technology and Organisations
Management of human resources
Job Satisfaction and Work Performance
Human Resource Management
Resourcing the Organisation
Improving organisational performance
Organisational Control and Power
Organisation Development (Culture, Conflict and Change)
Management Development and Organisational Effectiveness