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Fall 2011
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Semester 1
MB0038 Management Process and Organisation
Behaviour
(Book ID: B1127)
Assignment - Set- 1
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Q.1 Write a note on the functions of management?
Management Functions are as follows:
i. Planning
ii. Organising
iii. Commanding
iv. Co-Ordinating
v. Controlling
Planning;
It is the basic function of management. It deals with chalking out a future
course of action & deciding in advance the most appropriate course of actions for
achievement of pre-determined goals. According to KOONTZ, Planning is
deciding in advance - what to do, when to do & how to do. It bridges the gap from
where we are & where we want to be. A plan is a future course of actions. It is
an exercise in problem solving & decision making. Planning is determination of
courses of action to achieve desired goals. Thus, planning is a systematic
thinking about ways & means for accomplishment of pre-determined goals.
Planning is necessary to ensure proper utilization of human & non-human
resources. It is all pervasive, it is an intellectual activity and it also helps in
avoiding confusion, uncertainties, risks, wastages etc.
Organising;
It is the process of bringing together physical, financial and human
resources and developing productive relationship amongst them for achievement
of organizational goals. According to Henry Fayol, To organize a business is to
provide it with everything useful or its functioning i.e. raw material, tools, capital
and personnels. To organize a business involves determining & providing
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human and non-human resources to the organizational structure. Organizing as
a process involves:
Identification of activities.
Classification of grouping of activities.
Assignment of duties.
Delegation of authority and creation of responsibility.
Coordinating authority and responsibility relationships.
Co-Ordinating;
It is the function of manning the organization structure and keeping it
manned. Staffing has assumed greater importance in the recent years due to
advancement of technology, increase in size of business, complexity of human
behavior etc. The main purpose o staffing is to put right man on right job i.e.
square pegs in square holes and round pegs in round holes. According to Kootz
& ODonell, Managerial function of staffing involves manning the organization
structure through proper and effective selection, appraisal & development of
personnel to fill the roles designed un the structure. Staffing involves:
Manpower Planning (estimating man power in terms of searching, choose the
person and giving the right place).Recruitment, selection & placement.
Training & development.
Remuneration.
Performance appraisal.
Promotions & transfer.
Commanding;
It is that part of managerial function which actuates the organizational
methods to work efficiently for achievement of organizational purposes. It is
considered life-spark of the enterprise which sets it in motion the action of people
because planning, organizing and staffing are the mere preparations for doing
the work. Direction is that inert-personnel aspect of management which deals
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directly with influencing, guiding, supervising, motivating sub-ordinate for the
achievement of organizational goals. Direction has following elements:
Supervision
Motivation
Leadership
Communication
Supervision- implies overseeing the work of subordinates by their superiors. It is
the act of watching & directing work & workers.
Motivation- means inspiring, stimulating or encouraging the sub-ordinates with
zeal to work. Positive, negative, monetary, non-monetary incentives may be used
for this purpose.
Leadership- may be defined as a process by which manager guides and
influences the work of subordinates in desired direction.
Communications- is the process of passing information, experience, opinion etc
from one person to another. It is a bridge of understanding.
Controlling;
It implies measurement of accomplishment against the standards and
correction of deviation if any to ensure achievement of organizational goals. Thepurpose of controlling is to ensure that everything occurs in conformities with the
standards. An efficient system of control helps to predict deviations before they
actually occur. According to Theo Haimann, Controlling is the process of
checking whether or not proper progress is being made towards the objectives
and goals and acting if necessary, to correct any deviation. According to Koontz
& ODonell Controlling is the measurement & correction of performance activities
of subordinates in order to make sure that the enterprise objectives and plans
desired to obtain them as being accomplished. Therefore controlling has
following steps:
Establishment of standard performance.
Measurement of actual performance.
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Comparison of actual performance with the standards and finding out deviation if
any corrective action.
Q.2 Discuss any two learning theories in detail?
There are three theories of Learning, they are Classical Conditioning,
Operant Conditioning and Social Learning.
Social Learning;
The social learning theory was proposed by Bandura. It recognizes the
importance of observing and modeling the behaviors, attitudes, and emotional
reactions of others. According to Bandura (1977), most human behavior is
learned observationally through modeling: from observing others one forms an
idea of how new behaviors are performed, and on later occasions this coded
information serves as a guide for action. Social learning theory explains human
behavior in terms of continuous reciprocal interaction between cognitive,
behavioral, and environmental influences.
Social learning has four processes:
1. Attention processes People learn from a model only when they recognize
and pay attention to its critical features. In order to learn, it is required to pay
attention. Anything that detracts the attention is going to have a negative effect
on observational learning. If the is model interesting or there is a novel aspect to
the situation, it is more likely to dedicate the full attention to learning.
2. Retention processes A model s influence will depend on how well the individual remembers the model s action after the it is no longer readily
available. The ability to store information is also an important part of the learning
process. Retention can be affected by a number of factors, but the ability to pull
up information later and act on it is vital to observational learning.
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3. Motor reproduction processes After a person has seen a new behavior by
observing the model, the watching must be converted to doing. The ability to
store information is also an important part of the learning process. Retention can
be affected by a number of factors, but the ability to pull up information later and
act on it is vital to observational learning.
4. Reinforcement processes Individuals will be motivated to exhibit the
modeled behavior if positive incentives or rewards are provided. Finally, in order
for observational learning to be successful, you have to be motivated to imitate
the behavior that has been modeled. Reinforcement and punishment play an
important role in motivation. While experiencing these motivators can be highly
effective, so can observing other experience some type of reinforcement or
punishment. For example, if you see another student rewarded with extra credit
for being to class on time, you might start to show up a few minutes early each
day.
Classical Conditioning;
Classical Conditioning is a form of associative learning process proposed
by Pavlov (1927). This process involves presentations of a neutral stimulus along
with a stimulus of some significance. The neutral stimulus does not lead to an
overt behavioral response from the organism. This is called as Conditioned
Stimulus (CS). Significant stimulus evokes an innate, often reflexive, response.
This is called Unconditioned Stimulus (US) and Unconditioned Response (UR),
respectively. If the CS and the US are repeatedly paired, eventually the two
stimuli become associated and the organism begins to produce a behavioral
response to it. It is the Conditioned Response (CR).
Classical conditioning was first experimented by Russian physiologist, Ivan
Pavlov, to teach dogs to salivate in response to the ringing of a bell. During his
research on the physiology of digestion in dogs, Pavlov used a bell before giving
food to his dog. Rather than simply salivating in the presence of meat (a
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response to food unconditioned response), after a few repetitions, the dog
started to salivate in response to the bell. Thus, a neutral stimulus (bell) became
a conditioned stimulus (CS) as a result of consistent pairing with the
unconditioned stimulus (US meat). Pavlov referred to this learned
relationship as a Conditioned Response.
Q.3 Explain the classification of personality types given by Sheldon?
William Sheldon classified personality according to body type. He called
this a persons somatotype.
Sheldons Classification of Personality Types;
Sheldon's Somatotype Character Shape
Endomorph [viscerotonic] relaxed, sociable,
tolerant, comfort-loving,
peaceful
plump, buxom, developed
visceral structure
Mesomorph [somatotonic] active, assertive,
vigorous, combative
muscular
Ectomorph [cerebrotonic] quiet, fragile,
restrained, non-
assertive, sensitive
lean, delicate, poor
Somatotypes;
In the 1940s, Sheldon proposed a theory about how there are certain body types
("somatotypes") that are associated with certain personality characteristics.
William Sheldon (1898-1977) was an American psychologist who devoted his life
to observing the variety of human bodies and temperaments. He taught and did
research at a number of U.S.universities and is best known for his series of
books on the human constitution. He was a keen observer of animals and birds
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as a child, and he turned this talent to good effect by becoming an avid people-
watcher, and out of his observations he gradually elaborated his typology.He
claimed that there are three such somatotypes: endomorphy, mesomorphy, and
ectomorphy.
Endomorphy focused on the digestive system, particularly the stomach
(endoderm); has the tendency toward plumpness, corresponds to Viscerotonia
temperament tolerant, love of comfort and luxury, extravert.
of hundreds of juvenile delinquent boys and concluded that they were generally
mesomorphs (Ornstein, 1993).
Mesophorphy focused on musculature and the circulatory system
(mesoderm), has the tendency towards muscularity, corresponds to the
Somatotonia temperament courageous, energetic, active, dynamic, assertive,
aggressive, risk taker.
Ectomorphy focused on the nervous system and the brain (ectoderm) the
tendency towards slightness, corresponds to Cerebrotonia temperament artistic,
sensitive, apprehensive, introvert.
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Q.4. What are the factors influencing perception?
Perception is our sensory experience of the world around us and involves both
the recognition of environmental stimuli and actions in response to these stimuli.
Through the perceptual process, we gain information about properties and
elements of the environment that are critical to our survival. Perception not only
creates our experience of the world around us; it allows us to act within our
environment.A number of factors operate to shape and sometimes distort perception. These
factors can reside:
i) In the perceiver.
Perception
The Target
Novelty
Motion
Sounds
Size
Background
Proximity
The Perceiver
Attitudes
Motives
Interests
Experience
Expectations
The Situation
Time
Work setting
Social setting
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ii) In the object or target being perceived or
iii) In the context of the situation in which the perception is mad
1. Characteristics of the Perceiver: Several characteristics of the perceiver can
affect perception. When an individual looks at a target and attempts to interpret
what he or she stands for, that interpretation is heavily influenced by personal
characteristics of the individual perceiver. The major characteristics of the
perceiver influencing perception are:
a) Attitudes: The perceiver's attitudes affect perception. For example, suppose
Mr. X is interviewing candidates for a very important position in his organization -
a position that requires negotiating contracts with suppliers, most of whom are
male. Mr X may feel that women are not capable of holding their own in tough
negotiations. This attitude will doubtless affect his perceptions of the female
candidates he interviews.
b) Moods: Moods can have a strong influence on the way we perceive someone.
We think differently when we are happy than we do when we are depressed. Inaddition, we remember information that is consistent with our mood state better
than
information that is inconsistent with our mood state. When in a positive mood, we
form more positive impressions of others. When in a negative mood, we tend to
evaluate others unfavourably.
c) Motives: Unsatisfied needs or motives stimulate individuals and may exert a
strong influence on their perceptions. For example, in an organizational context,
a boss who is insecure perceives a subordinate's efforts to do an outstanding job
as a threat to his or her own position. Personal insecurity can be translated into
the perception that others are out to "get my job", regardless of the intention of
the subordinates.
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d) Self-Concept: Another factor that can affect social perception is the perceivers'
self-concept. An individual with a positive self-concept tends to notice positive
attributes in another person. In contrast, a negative self-concept can lead a
perceiver to pick out negative traits in another person. Greater understanding of
self allows us to have more accurate perceptions of others.
e) Interest: The focus of our attention appears to be influenced by our interests.
Because our individual interests differ considerably, what one person notices in a
situation can differ from what others perceive. For example, the supervisor who
has just been reprimanded by his boss for coming late is more likely to notice his
colleagues coming late tomorrow than he did last week. If you are preoccupied
with a personal problem, you may find it hard to be attentive in class.
f) Cognitive Structure: Cognitive structure, an individual's pattern of thinking, also
affects perception. Some people have a tendency to perceive physical traits,
such as height, weight, and appearance, more readily. Others tend to focus more
on central traits, or personality dispositions. Cognitive complexity allows a person
to perceive multiple characteristics of another person rather than attending to justa few traits.
g) Expectations: Finally, expectations can distort your perceptions in that you will
see what you expect to see. The research findings of
the study conducted by Sheldon S Zalkind and Timothy W Costello on some
specific characteristics of the perceiver reveal
i. Knowing oneself makes it easier to see others accurately.
ii. One's own characteristics affect the characteristics one is likely to see in
others.
iii. People who accept themselves are more likely to be able to see favourable
aspects of other people.
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iv. Accuracy in perceiving others is not a single skill.
These four characteristics greatly influence how a person perceives others in the
environmental situation.
Characteristics of the Target;
Characteristics in the target that is being observed can affect what is
perceived. Physical appearance plays a big role in our perception of others.
Extremely attractive or unattractive individuals are more likely to be noticed in a
group than ordinary looking individuals. Motion, sound, size and other attributes
of a target shape the way we see it.The perceiver will notice the target's physical
features like height, weight, estimated age, race and gender. Perceivers tend to
notice physical appearance characteristics that contrast with the norm, that are
intense, or that are new or unusual. Physical attractiveness often colours our
entire impression of another person. Interviewers rate attractive candidates more
favourably and attractive candidates are awarded higher starting salaries.
Verbal communication from targets also affects our perception of them. We listen
to the topics they speak about, their voice tone, and their accent and make
judgements based on this input. Non-verbal communication conveys a great dealof information about the target. The perceiver deciphers eye contact, facial
expressions, body movements, and posture all in an attempt to form an
impression of the target .As a result of physical or time proximity, we often put
together objects or events that are unrelated.
For example, employees in a particular department are seen as a group. If two
employees of a department suddenly resign, we tend to assume their departures
were related when in fact, they might be totally unrelated. People, objects or
events that are similar to each other also tend to be grouped together. The
greater the similarity, the greater the probability we will tend to perceive them as
a group.
Characteristics of the Situation;
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The situation in which the interaction between the perceiver and the target
takes place, has an influence on the perceiver's impression of the target. E.g.
meeting a manager in his or her office affects your impression in a certain way
that may contrast with the impression you would have formed, had you met the
manager in a restaurant. The strength of the situational cues also affects social
perception. Some situations provide strong cues as to appropriate behaviour. In
these situations, we assume that ie individual's behaviour can be accounted for
by the situation, and that it may not reflect the individual's disposition. This is the
discounting principle in social perception. For example, you may encounter an
automobile salesperson who has a warm and personable manner, asks you
about your work and hobbies, and seems genuinely interested in your taste in
cars. Can you assume that this behaviour reflects the salesperson's personality?
You probably cannot, because of the influence of the situation. This person is
trying to sell you a car, and in this particular situation, he probably treats all
customers in this manner.
Q.5 Mr. Solanki is the VP- HR of a leading Financial services company.
He is having a meeting with Ms. Ramani leading HR consultant. Mr. Solanki
is concerned about creating an environment that helps in increasing the
job satisfaction amongst employees. Assume that you are Ms. Ramani, the
HR consultant. What suggestions you will give to Mr. Solanki, for creating
an environment that increases job satisfaction?
i) Mentally Challenging Work: Employees tend to prefer jobs that give them
opportunities to use their skills and abilities and offer a variety of tasks, freedom
and feedback on how well they are doing. Under conditions of moderate
challenge, most employees will experience pleasure and satisfaction.
ii) Personality-Job Fit: People with personality types congruent with their
chosen vocations should find they have the right talents and abilities to meet the
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demands of their jobs; and because of this success, they have a greater
probability of achieving high satisfaction from their work. It is important, therefore
to fit personality factors with job profiles.
iii) Equitable Rewards: Employees want pay systems and promotion policies
that they perceive as being just, unambiguous, and in line with their expectations.
When pay is seen as fair based on job demands, individual skill level, and
industry pay standards, satisfaction is likely to result. Similarly, employees seek
fair promotion policies and practices. Promotions provide opportunities for
personal growth, more responsibilities and increased social status. Individuals
who perceive that promotion decisions are made in a fair and just manner are
likely to experience job satisfaction.
iv) Supportive working conditions: Employees prefer physical conditions that
are comfortable and facilitate doing a good job. Temperature, light, noise and
other environmental factors should not be extreme and provide personal comfort.
Further, employees prefer working relatively close to home, in clean and
relatively modern facilities and with adequate tools and equipment.
v) Supportive Colleagues: Employees have need for social interaction.
Therefore, having friendly and supportive co-workers and understanding
supervisor's leads to increased job satisfaction. Most employees want their
immediate supervisor to be understanding and friendly, those who offer praise for
good performance, listen to employees' opinions and show a personal interest in
them.
vi) Whistle blowing: Whistle-blowers are employees who inform authorities of
wrongdoings of their companies or co-workers. Whistle blowing is important
because committed organizational members sometimes engage in unethical
behavior in an intense desire to succeed. Organizations can manage whistle
blowing by communicating the conditions that are appropriate for the disclosure
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of wrongdoing. Clearly delineating wrongful behaviour and the appropriate ways
to respond are important organizational actions.
vii) Social Responsibility: Corporate social responsibility is the obligation of an
organization to behave in ethical ways in the social environment in which it
operates. Socially responsible actions are expected of organizations. Current
concerns include protecting the environment, promoting worker safety,
supporting social issues, investing in the community, etc. Managers must
encourage both individual ethical behaviour and organizational social
responsibility.
viii) Job enrichment:
It is a deliberate upgrading of responsibility, scope, and challenge in the work
itself. Job enrichment usually includes increased responsibility, recognition, and
opportunities for growth, learning, and achievement. Large companies that have
used job-enrichment programs to increase employee motivation and job
satisfaction include AT&T, IBM, and General Motors (Daft, 1997).
Q.6 Given below is the HR policy glimpse of the VARK-LEARNING alearning and training solutions company
1. It offers cash rewards for staff members
2. It promotes the culture of employee referral and encourages people to
refer people they know may be their friends, ex. Colleagues batch mates,
relatives.
3. What all needs do it takes care off according to maslows need hierarchy
4. It recognizes good performances and give fancy titles and jackets to the
people who perform well and also felicitates them in the Annual Day of the
company.
What all aspects does it takes care of according to the Maslows Need
Hierarchy?
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According to Maslows Need Hierarchy they take care of Esteem, Social, Self-
actualization needs respectively. These needs are explained below.
Esteem needs: Includes internal esteem factors, such as, self-respect,
autonomy, and achievement; and external esteem factors, such as, status,
recognition, and attention
Social needs: Includes affection, belongingness, acceptance, and friendship
Self-actualization needs: The drive to become what one is capable of becoming;
includes growth, achieving ones potential, and self-fulfillment
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