Understanding and Managing Organizational Behavior FLEXCAST

Overview

Navigating the dynamic landscape of organizational behavior can be daunting for professionals in contemporary business and public agencies. Understanding human relations theory and its application to individual, group, and organizational performance is critical, yet often complex, given the interdisciplinary nature of the field. Challenges arise in grasping diverse concepts such as personality and attitudes, work motivation, interpersonal dynamics, organizational design, and decision-making processes. Without a comprehensive understanding of these elements, effectively managing and leading within an organization can be challenging. This CPE course offers an exhaustive exploration of organizational behavior, blending theory with practical applications. It covers a wide range of topics, from defining organizational behavior and understanding various theories to recognizing managerial functions and the role of ethics in organizations. Participants will delve into motivation theories, job performance, job satisfaction, diversity management, communication channels, power dynamics, team development, leadership styles, conflict management, decision-making processes, organizational culture, innovation, and structural forms. This course equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage and lead in diverse organizational settings, enhancing their ability to drive positive change and organizational success.

Highlights

An introduction to organizational behavior. Managing people and organizations. Motivation. Work-related attitudes, and more.

Prerequisites

None.

Designed For

CPAs, CFOs, controllers, leaders, and managers.

Objectives

Define organizational behavior. Identify different theories and views on organizational behavior. Recognize the manager’s job in terms of managerial functions, roles, and skills. Recognize different principles on the function of management. Identify different aspects of an organization, and more.

Preparation

None.

Notice

This is a FlexCast (no exam required) and may be viewed only Monday - Saturday, 5am - 5pm PT. You may take up to one year from the date of purchase to complete the course. Pause your FlexCast and resume at a convenient day during the hours above. Partial credit for 2+ credit courses: If you are unable to complete the course in one sitting, partial credit can be awarded (minimum of one credit). To earn the remaining credits, you must return later and start the course from the beginning. Use chat to ask questions of a subject matter expert during the program.