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Work Psychology: Understanding Human Behaviour in the Workplace 6th edition [Paperback / softback]

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  • Format: Paperback / softback, 808 pages, height x width x depth: 264x194x31 mm, weight: 1470 g
  • Pub. Date: 30-Apr-2016
  • Publisher: FT Publishing International
  • ISBN-10: 1292063408
  • ISBN-13: 9781292063409
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  • Format: Paperback / softback, 808 pages, height x width x depth: 264x194x31 mm, weight: 1470 g
  • Pub. Date: 30-Apr-2016
  • Publisher: FT Publishing International
  • ISBN-10: 1292063408
  • ISBN-13: 9781292063409
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Now in its sixth edition, Work Psychology is an accessible and fascinating examination of human behaviour in todays workplace, written by authors who are all experts in their fields. Substantially updated with new material that reflects current research and debate in the area, the text retains its popular blend of theory, research and engaging examples.

 

Covering a broad range of core topics, this text is suitable for undergraduate students in business, management, and psychology as well as those studying for professional qualifications.

 

This new sixth edition offers you:





A clear and consistent structure, including an opening and closing case study and other exercises within each chapter to help you to apply what youve learnt. Attractive full-colour design that aids navigation and enlivens the text. Extensive coverage of cross-cultural issues that reflects the increasingly global context of work. Learning outcomes, long and short self-test questions, a glossary, annotated further reading and weblinks to enable your learning within and beyond the textbook. All the latest research and hot topics in the field of work psychology. A new Key debate feature that directs you to key controversies and contemporary debate around work psychology today. A new Research methods in focus feature that de-mystifies and illustrates with examples the use of strong research methods in practice. A new Point of integration feature which clearly links the theories between chapters, allowing for a greater understanding of the topic as a whole. Additional material for lecturers is available at www.pearsoned.co.uk/workpsych

About the authors Written and edited by authors who are all expert teachers and researchers in their fields, Work Psychology offers a clear and authoritative introduction to human behaviour in the workplace.

 

John Arnold is Professor of Organisational Behaviour in the School of Business and Economics at Loughborough University.

 

Ray Randall is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Business and Economics at Loughborough University.

 

With expert contributions from co-authors:

 

Fiona Patterson Founder Director of the Work Psychology Group, Principal Researcher the University of Cambridge and Visiting Professorship at City University London.

 

Joanne Silvester Professor of Psychology, Cass Business School, City University London.

 

Ivan Robertson Founder Director of Robertson Cooper Ltd and Emeritus Professor of Work & Organizational Psychology, Manchester Business School.

 

Professor Sir Cary Cooper CBE 50th Anniversary Professor of Organizational  Behaviour & Health, Alliance Manchester Business School, and President of the British Academy of Management.

 

Bernard Burnes Professor of Organisational Change, Stirling Management School.

 

Don Harris Professor of Human Factors in the Centre for Mobility and Transport, Coventry University.

 

Carolyn Axtell Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Work Psychology, Sheffield University Management School.
Preface ix
About the authors xvi
Acknowledgements xvii
1 Work psychology: an initial orientation
1(33)
Introduction
Basic psychology and work psychology
Five traditions in psychology
The origins of work psychology
Work psychology today
The changing world of work
Diversity and culture
Summary
Test your learning
Relevant websites
Suggested further reading
2 Theory, research and practice in work psychology
34(43)
Introduction
The nature of theory in work psychology
Theory and practice in work psychology
Research methods in work psychology
Research designs
Key principles in hypothesis testing using quantitative data
Some common statistical tests
Other phenomena in statistical testing
Analysing qualitative data
Summary
Test your learning
Relevant websites
Suggested further reading
3 Individual differences
77(38)
Introduction
Traditional models of cognitive ability
Systems models of intelligence
Trait views of personality
Socio-cognitive approaches to individual differences
Summary
Test your learning
Relevant websites
Suggested further reading
4 Personnel selection: analysing jobs, competencies and selection methods
115(63)
Introduction
The design and validation process in selection
Job analysis data
Using job analysis information
Validation processes
Reliability
Financial utility
Personnel selection and assessment methods
The impact of selection procedures on applicants
The use of technology in selection
Summary
Test your learning
Relevant websites
Suggested further reading
5 Assessing performance at work
178(31)
Introduction
Defining work performance
Measuring work performance
Performance assessment in practice
Multi-source feedback
Electronic performance monitoring
Improving performance
Summary
Test your learning
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Suggested further reading
6 Attitudes at work
209(56)
Introduction
What is an attitude?
Measuring attitudes
Attitudes and behaviour
Job satisfaction
Organisational commitment
Employee turnover
Unemployment
The psychological contract
Summary
Test your learning
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Suggested further reading
7 Approaches to work motivation and work design
265(44)
Introduction
Overview of motivation
Common-sense approaches to motivation
Need theories
Expectancy theory: what's in it for me?
Justice and citizenship theories: am I being fairly treated?
Goal-setting theory: how can I achieve my aims?
Self-concept and individual differences in motivation
Motivation through job redesign
Integration of motivation theories
Summary
Test your learning
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Suggested further reading
8 Design at work
309(34)
Introduction
Design in a socio-technical context
Stages in design
Human-centred design
Summary
Test your learning
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Notes
9 Training and development
343(33)
Introduction
How training has changed
The training cycle
Training needs analysis
Training design
Training evaluation
Training and development in practice
Training and the learning organisation
Summary
Test your learning
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Suggested further reading
Note
10 Work-related stress and well-being
376(69)
Introduction
Work-related stress
Models of work stress
The consequences and costs of work stress
From stress to positive well-being
Factors linked to employee stress and well-being
Interventions to tackle work stress and promote employee well-being
The popularity and effectiveness of interventions
Problem-solving approaches to intervention
Summary
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Suggested further reading
11 Groups, teams and teamwork
445(52)
Introduction
Group decision-making
Group deficiencies and overcoming them
Relations between groups
Work teams
What happens in work teams?
Factors associated with effective teamwork
Selecting people for teams
Impacts on team members
Other factors influencing team performance
Participation in decision-making in organisations
Summary
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Suggested further reading
12 Leadership
497(39)
Introduction
Some important questions about leadership
The early leader-focused approaches to leadership
Contingency theories of leadership
Transformational leadership and charisma
The limitations and ethics of transformational leadership
What attributes of leaders really matter?
Gender and leadership
Global leadership
Summary
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13 Careers and career management
536(49)
Introduction
The context of careers
Career forms
Career management in organisations
Career success
Career choice
On the move: stages, ages and job transitions
Summary
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14 Understanding organisational change and culture
585(41)
Introduction
The importance of change management
Changing organisational culture
The planned approach to organisational change
The emergent approach to organisational change
Organisational change: approaches and choices
Summary
Test your learning
Relevant websites
Suggested further reading
15 The psychology of dispersed work
626(18)
Introduction
Core features of dispersed collaborations
Designing for dispersion
Summary
Test your learning
Relevant website
Suggested further reading
Glossary of terms 644(21)
References 665(100)
Index 765