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OB-II-P06
(PGP 2006-08)

ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOUR – II
(Groups in Organization)
Instructor: Fr. Tony Uvary, S.J.
Phone (O): Extn.761

COURSE OUTLINE

1. Introduction:
Modern organizations are project driven and all works are done in group / team. Most of the 2000 era organizations have restructured themselves to facilitate teamwork. The strategy, systems and process are more and more becoming team driven. By now it is well accepted that teamwork is pivotal to organizational performance and effectiveness.

While OB-1 scientifically studies the individual behavour in organizations, OB- II focuses on how an individual behaves in group and its impact on group work. At the second level OB-II examines the group behaviour and team wok and its contribution towards organizational performance and effectiveness.

2. Objectives:

2.1 To acquire a demonstrable understanding of small group behaviour and its impact on the organization
2.2 To develop observational and diagnostic skills with respect to human behaviour in groups
2.3 To pick up necessary skills for using the tools and techniques for group
work and team building in organizations
2.4 To develop skills in facilitating group behaviour in the specific areas like
3. Course outline
3.1. GROUP
3.1.1. Definition
3.1.2. Types
3.1.3. Group Formation And Development Stages
3.1.4. Group Analysis (Sociometry)
3.1.5. Group Behaviour
3.1.6. Group Performance and Reward

3.2. WORK GROUP
3.2.1. Formal Leadership
3.2.2. Roles
3.2.3. Norms
3.2.4. Status
3.2.5. Size
3.2.6. Composition
3.2.7. Cohesiveness
3.2.8. Processes
3.2.9. Tasks and Performance
3.3. GROUP DECISION MAKING
3.3.1. Process (Individual Vs Group)
3.3.2. Hindering Factors (“Group think” and “Group shift”)
3.3.3. Facilitating Factors (Techniques)
3.3.4. Impact on Organizational Performance

3.4 WORK TEAMS
3.4.1. Group Vs. Team
3.4.2. Types of Teams
3.4.3. Creating Effective Teams
3.4.4. Team Building Blocks
3.4.5. Team Roles
3.4.6. Team Playing
3.4.7. Team Performance, Assessment and Effectiveness

3.5. INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
3.5.1. Process
3.5.2. Barriers
3.5.3. Networks
3.5.4. Cross Cultural Communication
3.5.5. Developing Communication Skills
3.5.6. Networks for Interpersonal Communications
(This theme is already covered in OB-1)

3.6. LEADERSHIP
3.6.1. Definition
3.6.2. Theories
3.6.3. Leadership Application
3.6.4. Leadership and organizational performance

3.7. TRUST
3.7.1 Conceptual Framework
3.7.2. Types of Trust
3.7.3. Trust and Trust Worthiness
3.7.4. The Economy Of Trust
3.7.5. Trust and Organizational Effectiveness

3.8. POWER
3.8.1. Definition
3.8.2. Types of Power
3.8.3. Dependency
3.8.4. Source of Power
3.8.5. Power Tactics
3.8.6. Coalition
3.8.7. Unequal Power

3.9 POLITICAL BEHAVIOUR
3.9.1. Definition
3.9.2. Factors of Political Behaviour
3.9.3. Impression Management
3.9.4. Defensive Behaviour
3.9.5. Ethics
3.9.6. Political Behaviour & Implication

3.10 EMPOWERMENT
3.10.1. Conceptual framework
3.10.2. Empowerment Process
3.10.3. Empowerment Systems
3.10.4. Empowerment and Organizational Effectiveness

3.11. CONFLICT
3.11.1. Definition
3.11.2. Process
3.11.3. Conflict Management (Derek, 2000 PP. 436-437)
3.11.4. Impact of Organization

3.12. NEGOTIATION
3.12.1. Definition
3.12.2. Strategies
3.12.3. Process
3.12.4. Third Party Negotiation
3.12.5. Issues
3.12.6. Organizational Outcomes

3.13 INTERGROUP/TEAM AND COLLABORATION
3.13.1. Conceptual framework
3.13.2. Inter-groups Behaviour
3.13.3. Collaborative Behaviour
3.13.4. Collaboration and performance

3.14 INNOVATION AND CHANGE
3.14.1. Concept of Innovation of Change
3.14.2. Innovative Behaviour
3.14.3. Change Orientation
3.14.4. Behavioural Impact


3.15 WORK TEAM: KEY TO ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE

3.16 BEYOND ROBBINS AND LUTHANS
(Student presentations and contributions to OB-II.)

4. Pedagogy:

The course is mainly learned through experiential methods. The course outline and the facilitation process of the course is designed in such a way that students will work in groups and teams to learn the concepts, process, dynamics and the outcomes. A mix of lecture, discussion, case study and stimulation exercises will be used. Students are expected to come to the session prepared to discuss the reading, case, exercise stipulated for the days session.
5. Individual Written Assignment

5.1. OB-II is a continuation of OB-I. In OB-I the focus is on Individual behaviour. This assignment helps you to look at individual behaviour scientifically and provides insights of the impact of individual behaviour on group work and team building. In short this assignment links OB-I with OB-II.

Option 1

For this, each of the students will pick up one individual behaviour, study it and makes report of 2500 words. A checklist of individual behaviour is given below. You may like to select any one of them for your assignment. However, it is suggested that you may pick up a positive behaviour for your assignment rather than a negative behaviour. The final allotment of topics will be based on ‘first come first’ basis.

5.2 . The thrust areas of the written work and the format are given below:

5.2.1. Introduction: Explains the relevance of the particular behaviour in day
today life.

Conceptual Framework: Definition, application of the concept, its components, scope and linkage with the personality.
Review of Literature: The Review of Literature should include all major works. It should not be limited to Internet sources.
Empirical Study and Generalization: Study the concept through any one of the tools that you have just learned in your research methodology. If questionnaire method is used, it has to be a standard questionnaire with at least 30 samples. Case study and interview methods are recommended.
Findings of the study and Generalization: Generalize the findings of the study based on your conceptual framework, literature review and study.
Implication of Group work: Bring in your contribution by drawing the impact of the particular behaviour on group work.
Contribution to OB: How does your study and report contribute towards the body of knowledge in OB? You may also raise further questions that should be addressed in subsequent studies.
Conclusion: Conclude with your views and observations.
Bibliography: Major readings and references should be given in proper format.

5.3 Check List: A selected checklist of individual behaviour is given below:

Denial, Owning, Rationalization, Selfish, Projection Sympathy Displacement, Acceptance, Withdrawal, Openness, Aggression, Help, Humour, Concern, Competition, Listening, Cynicism, Critical, Positivism, Negativism, intellectualization, Generalization, Experimenting, Pairing Behavior, Assertiveness, Timid Behavior, Authoritative, Dominating Behavior, Consensus, Confrontation, Feedback,, Compromise, initiative, Supportive, Encouragement, Argumentation, Submission, Tolerance, Trust, Individualistic, Stereotyping, Fighting, Sharing, Understanding, Empathy, Co-Operation, Superordination, Isolation, Cover-Up, Compromise, Arbitration, Negotiation, identify, Responsibility, Uniformity, Creativity, Autonomy, Mutuality, Reinforcement, Synergy, Fate Orientation, Extrovert, Introvert, Risk, Dependence, Influence, Coping, Affiliation, Co-Ordination, Rumour, Learning, Fear, Complacency, inertia, Luck, Chance, Self-Determination, Sportsman Spirit, Collaborative, Secretive, Frustration, Nurturing, Honour, Appreciation, Forgive, Aloof, Hate, Love , Opine, Accommodating, Curse , Praise, Perfectionalism, Acknowledgement, Abuse, Admire, Adore, Bribe, Adulterate, Destroy, Advise, Aggressions, Agitation, Alienation, Amusement, Waiting, Anxiety, Applaud Appease, Approval, Argument, Assertive, Belongingness, Benevolent, Blame, Smile , Bluff, Lie, Boasting, Loafing, Bore/Boredom, Boycott, Embarrass, Honest , integrity, Brave, Care, Careful, Casual , Compassion, Conceal/Hide, Conceit, Pride, Judge, Condemn, Confident, Confuse , Foolish, Wise, Corrupt, Cruel , Cry , Courtesy, Decision, Defame, Defend, Delegate, Deliberate, Deviant, Deviate, Succeed, Failure, Fear, Suspect, Jealous, Greed, Generous, Leadership, Followership, Grab, Gauge, Give, Receive, Graceful, Grumble, Guiding, Guessing, Harsh, Harm, Harmony, Heroic, Hurt, Patience, Docile, Arrogant, Polite, Just, Hard work, Lazy, Melancholy, Misuse, Mistake, Nonsense, Oblige, Optimistic, Pessimistic, Jovial, Participative, Partiality, Bribe, Regret, Rejection, Release, Shame, Stress, Murmuring, Vanity, Cheat, and Wit

Option-2

2.1 Select a behaviour from the above check list that characteries you Most

2.2 Write a reflective note as to how this behaviour is affecting your
group activities in XIMB. Format and the framework would remain as in the first
option.

6 Group Assignments
6.1. Groups are formed in the first session through an exercise.
6.2. Organization study: Each group will select an organization and study the group
work and its impact in that organization.
6.3. Project: Most of the organizations have extension programmes. From your study 6.3.1. The live project should be capable of demonstrating your group work,
achievement of target, and benefits to the target audience.
6.3.2. The target audience may be a nearby community, schools, Industry around, social
segment etc.
6.3.3. The target of your project should focus on awareness creation, education,
entertainment, community development, social development etc.
6.3.4. All projects should be socially useful
6.3.5. A project report should be submitted by the group capturing all the knowledge
and skills generated during the project.
6.3.6. Following are some of the sample projects.
v Debate by the B-schools of Bhubaneswar on a relevant topic
v Sports/Games meet for the schools of Bhubaneswar
v Panel discussions by the industrialists of Bhubaneswar on a selected topic.
v Literacy drive in one of the slums of Bhubaneswar
v Adult education for a select group of farmers above 40 years
v Medical camp for a particular community/Locations
v Green Bhubaneswar drive and plantation of 1000 plants
v Cultural evening for the prisoners of Bhubaneswar
v Organizing mid-day meals in one of the orphanages of Bhubaneswar
v Meet your Children program for the old age home at Bhubaneswar
v Picnic program for the rag pickers of Bhubanesar railway station
v Youth meet in a select village.
v A program for ex-serviceman of Bhubaneswar
v Traffic police meet and awareness creation programme
v Traffic police meet and awareness creation programme
v Program for begging community
v Blood /eye donation camp
v A specific Self-help program for women
v HIV awareness programme for sex workers

6.3.7. The program proposal should contain the following:
v Project title and objectives
v Relevance and scope of the project
v Team roles
v Implementation phases
v Benefits of each stage.
v Sustainability
v Conclusion 7. Performance Evaluation Criteria:
7.1. Group project : 30%
7.2. Quizzes : 10%
7.3. Midterm : 15%
7.4. Individual Assignment : 15%
7.5. End term : 30%

8. Deadlines for assignment submissions
8.1. One page group Project proposal
8.2. Individual written assignments
8.3. Completion of group projects
8.4. Group Project Report

9. Readings

Stephen P. Robbins : Organizational Behaviour: Concepts, controversies and Application. (11th Ed.)
Fred Luthans : Organizational Behaviour (11 th Ed.)
Created By: Bijoy Kar on 08/28/2006 at 06:51 PM
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