Mcclelland’s Needs Theory of Motivation
David McClelland wrote about ‘acquired needs theory’ in his book, ‘The Achieving Society’. He believed that individuals have specific needs over a period of time and are shaped by their…
Organisational Change: Needs, Factors, Types, Process
What is Organisational Change? Organisational change is when an organizational system is disturbed by some internal or external force, change frequently occurs. Change as a process, is simply a modification…
Diversity in the Workplace
The world’s increasing globalisation requires more interaction among people from diverse backgrounds. People no longer live and work in an insular environment; they are now part of a worldwide economy…
Group Conflict
What is Group Conflict? Conflict can be described as a disagreement amongst groups or individuals. This is usually motivated by the opposition of another group, in an attempt to reach…
Group Decision Making
Decision Making The process of decision making is very important for the organisation and individuals. It is critical for the success of any company. Sound decisions may take a company…
What is Organisational culture? Role, significance, Influence
What is Organisational culture? Organisational culture is a set of beliefs, assumptions, values, shared feelings & perceptions which influence the actions & decisions taken by the organisational members based on…
Types of Powers
Power in Organisation Power refers to a capacity that A has to influence the behaviour of B so B acts in accordance with A’s directions. Someone can thus have power…
Factors Affecting Communication in Organisation
Organisation design factors have an effect on the nature and flow of information. The effects that some organisation characteristics have on communication process are discussed under the following heads: Factors…
What is Group Dynamics? Factors Effecting, Groupthink, Strategies
What is Group Dynamics? Group Dynamics refers to the complex forces that are acting upon every group throughout its existence which cause it to behave the way it does. The…
What is Group? Definition, Types, Characteristics, Stages of Group Development
What is Group? We define a group has two or more individuals, interacting and interdependent, who have come together to achieve particular common objectives. A group can range in size…