BSBA 1G

Basic Assumptions of OB
(Organizational Behavior)

It includes the nature of people and the nature of

organizations. OB studies the organization which is
composed of people and organizations.
Nature of people:
 Individual differences,
 A whole section, Nature of organizations:
 Caused behavior  Social systems, and
(motivation),  Mutual interests
 The value of the person
1. Individual
differences:

People differ in Nature of people:

almost everything Influenced by different factors:
like attitudes,
personality, skills, • The environment
and so on. • Learning
• Perception around the
• By birth or individual
• Motivation
Inherited property
• Culture, etc.
 A whole section
2. This concept signifies that the
behavior of a personal work can’t 4.
be taken in isolation

Value of the person

Caused behavior (motivation)
According to psychologists, human
behavior is caused, motivated, and goal-
directed.
3.
(human dignity)
This concept tells that
people should be treated
differently as compared to
other resources in the
organization.
 B. The Nature of
Organization
• Organizations are social • Formed based on
systems mutual interest

5. Social systems: 6. Mutual interest:

Social scientists say that organizations This concept is represented by

are social systems. They are governed the statement that
by social and psychological laws or “organizations need people
rules. and people also need
Mutuality of Interest
(Superordinate Goal)

Employee goals + Organizational goals

= Superordinate Goal
 The 5 Dimensions of Employee's
Well-being Positive
attribution
1. Mental & emotional support Optimism,
This relates to the feelings and experiences Energy, Hope,
that build and sustain positive mental and Confidence
energy. -> Psychological
capital.
Positive mental energy
> Individual’s outlook and perception of
their surroundings or workplace.
> Better manage workplace stress and
anxiety.
2. Sense of purpose 4. Financial health
•Fulfillment When employees lack
•Meaning adequate financial
•Progress resources, anxiety and fear
can affect their outlook.
3. Personal support
Working with others – 5. Meaningful
especially managers – who connections
create a safe, trusting, and Supportive social
respectful atmosphere can relationships can be
be an important predictor of associated with lower
employee well-being. stress levels.
MANAGING A DIVERSE
WORKFORCE

The leadership has to be top-notch to manage any

roadblocks and proper policies need to be set in
place for guiding the time to success.
 Communication

Activate a zero-tolerance policy

Build a strong hiring policy

STRATEGIE Encourage employees to
S work in diverse groups
Stay updated

Be open-minded
THANKS

BSBA 1G
VILLA, JOAN STEPHANIE
PINTO, JEANE KAREEN
JAPUS, MARK JV
REGATON, JELITO