MAN 336 Midterm: Organizational Behavior as a Science
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Models - simplified views of reality that attempt to explain real-world phenomena. Independent variables - presumed causes that influence dependent variables. Dependent variables - are outcomes of practical value and interest that are influenced by independent variable. Ly(cid:374)da gratto(cid:374)"s 5 for(cid:272)es shapi(cid:374)g the future of (cid:449)ork: technology, globalization, demography, society, energy resources. Contingency thinking - seeks ways to meet the needs of different management situation. Contingency thinking recognizes that cookie-cutter solu- tions cannot be universally applied to solve organizational problems. Responses must be crafted to best fit the circumstances and people involved. Evidence-based management - uses hard facts and empirical evidence to make decisions. Learning - is an enduring change in behavior that results from experience. Lifelong learning - is continuous learning from everyday experiences. Organization - is a collection of people working together in a division of labor to achieve a common purpose.
