ORG 817 WEEK 1 DQ 1 AND 2

DQ FOR COURSE ORG 817

Topic 1 DQ 1

Properties of systems theory include communication mechanisms, boundaries, goal orientation, inputs, outputs, throughputs, and feedback. Of these, which do you believe are most relevant to organizational leaders? Why? Which are most relevant for organizational development? Why?

Topic 1 DQ 2

General systems theory (GST) includes the notion of interconnection; what affects one part of an organization affects all parts of the organization. To what extent, if at all, can the application of GST help avert organizational entropy? Support your position.