PPP VIII

MBA 6001, Organizational Research and Theory 1

Course Learning Outcomes for Unit VIII Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. Analyze the effects and applications of various organizational structures and levels of authority on employee motivation, morale, and culture. 1.1 Analyze corporate culture and methods used to influence employee satisfaction and retention. 1.2 Describe an organization’s structure and design.

2. Compare and contrast the impact of models of leadership and their impact on decision making and

change within the organizational structure. 2.1 Examine an organization’s differentiation and growth strategy.

4. Examine the relationship between reward systems, organizational goals, and productivity.

4.1 Analyze strategic options and a management approach as it relates to organizational goals and strategies.

Reading Assignment In order to access the following resource(s), click the link(s) below: Anitha, J., & Begum, F. N. (2016). Role of organisational culture and employee commitment in employee

retention. ASBM Journal of Management, 9(1), 17-28. Retrieved from https://libraryresources.columbiasouthern.edu/login?url=http://search.proquest.com.libraryresources.c olumbiasouthern.edu/docview/1768170510?accountid=33337

Khan, M. M. S. (2015). The longevity of large enterprises: A study of the factors that sustain enterprises over

an extended period of time. The Journal of Developing Areas, 49(5), 41-52. Retrieved from https://libraryresources.columbiasouthern.edu/login?url=http://search.proquest.com.libraryresources.c olumbiasouthern.edu/docview/1707487550?accountid=33337

Mueller, J. R. (2014). Alternative organizational design and its impact on the future of work. Journal of

Strategic Innovation and Sustainability, 9(1), 48-58. Retrieved from https://libraryresources.columbiasouthern.edu/login?url=http://search.proquest.com.libraryresour ces.columbiasouthern.edu/docview/1535386881?accountid=33337

Unit Lesson Click here to access the unit lesson PowerPoint presentation. Click here to access the note slides and transcript for the unit lesson presentation.

Suggested Reading In order to access the following resource(s), click the link(s) below: Vladova, K. (2015). Dynamic capablities and the development of organizational competences. International

Conference on Management and Industrial Engineering, 2015(7), 573-579. Retrieved from https://libraryresources.columbiasouthern.edu/login?url=http://search.proquest.com.libraryresources.c olumbiasouthern.edu/docview/1761613098?accountid=33337

UNIT VIII STUDY GUIDE

The Direction of Organizational Research and Theory

MBA 6001, Organizational Research and Theory 2

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High-potential employees are critical to most organizations and require special attention when it comes to pay, performance plans, and recognition. Kerry Chou, CCP, WorldatWork, discusses these and other issues related to this valuable employee segment. WorldatWorkTV. (2014, April 29). Rewarding and retaining high-potential employees [Video file]. Retrieved

from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXEdY3JQXCo&index=74&list=PLZD5WG9eMVdUk_Syqld1mKK AarP5dUZGk

This video outlines the changing role of the CIO today. No longer simply a technologist, a CIO must first be a business leader that is capable of talking technology in terms of company strategy. KPMGRiskCompliance. (2014, June 16). Technology and leadership: The critical role of the CIO [Video file].

Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oX8VCNuyzd8

Learning Activities (Nongraded) Nongraded Learning Activities are provided to aid students in their course of study. You do not have to submit them. If you have questions, contact your instructor for further guidance and information. Select an organization, and identify the stakeholders. Analyze the general business environment, and identify and monitor trends that are affecting the business. Write a one-page summary of your findings.