BUS 610 Discussion Questions

Describe how the components of the Hawthorne study are incorporated in current human resource functions? What was the main idea behind this study? How have you been impacted by the components of this study in your current or past work setting? Respond to at least two of your peers posts.

Baack, D. (2012). Organizational Behavior. San Diego, CA: Bridgeport Education, Inc    

Week 1 - Discussion 2

 
Contrast the dynamics between dominant cultures and subcultures either in a work setting or in society. Explain why it is important to understand the impact of culture. Give an example where you demonstrated your awareness and or openness to understanding a cultural difference. Explain how these differences underscore the need for understanding diversity. From the information given, develop guidelines for embracing diversity. Respond to at least two of your peers for this posting and offer some additional ideas of your own 

Baack, D. (2012). Organizational Behavior. San Diego, CA: Bridgeport Education, Inc

Week 2 - Discussion 1

Describe the cognitive and non-cognitive abilities relating to Emotional Intelligence. Provide an example of how you might use EQ in your daily life. Respond to at least two of your peers for this posting with suggestions that might work for them within their daily lives. 

Baack, D. (2012). Organizational Behavior. San Diego, CA: Bridgeport Education, Inc

Week 2 - Discussion 2

Describe the similarities and differences between the ERG Theory and Maslow's Hierarchy. How have you used either of the two theories in daily life? Respond to at least two of your peers for this posting.

Baack, D. (2012). Organizational Behavior. San Diego, CA: Bridgeport Education, Inc

Week 3 - Discussion 1

Explain the dynamics of how self esteem affects self efficacy? Provide an example of an internal or external force that impacts your self-efficacy? Respond to at least two of your peers for this posting and provide recommendations to extend their thinking.  

Baack, D. (2012). Organizational Behavior. San Diego, CA: Bridgeport Education, Inc

Week 3 - Discussion 2

 
Discuss the importance of identifying norms within a team? Why is clear communication considered an essential element during team development? Provide an example when you were a team member and the lack of communication caused significant problems for the team. Respond to at least two of your peers for this posting. 

Baack, D. (2012). Organizational Behavior. San Diego, CA: Bridgeport Education, Inc