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prepare an ad plan for the general merchandise manager that costs no more than $40,000.
What prices caused Courtney's new charges? Which price would result in the highest profit? What other factors should Courtney's consider?
What would be the production possibility frontiers for Brazil and the United States? Denote these points on each COUNTRY's production possibility frontier.
What motivation theories could be used to explain the impact that the CIP may have on the participating managers?
What are the four criteria for positive organizational behavior? How do the various POB constructs measure up to these criteria?
What are the four widely recognized sources of self-efficacy? How could each be used to enhance employee efficacy to increase performance?
What is subjective well-being (SWB)? What were some of the defining characteristics about happiness and how can it be developed and attained?
What are the major dimensions of EI that are particularly relevant to the workplace? Why do you think EI may be more important than IQ for an effective manager?
If you were Ashley, what specific proposal would you make to Rob? How would you implement such a proposal?
What is meant by the term organizational culture? Define it and give some examples of its characteristics.
What was Chester Barnard's contribution to organization theory? How does a learning organization differ from a traditional organization?
How is the new management philosophy described in this case different from that of the old, traditional philosophy? Identify and describe the differences.
In Frank's view, how important is the work ethic? How is this view causing him problems? Why do the people not work as hard as Frank does? What is the problem?
How could Bob's business be negatively impacted by both technology and globalization if he does not keep on top of these developments?
Do you believe employers should be allowed to electronically monitor workers? Would you like to be monitored in this fashion?
How can diversity be effectively managed? Offer suggestions at both the individual and organizational levels.
Do you think Hank is justified in his concerns after hearing the professor? What role can experience play in managing people?
How would you explain to your grandfather the new perspective that is needed and how study of an evidence-based approach to organizational behavior will help?
How would you relieve Jane's anxiety? How is a course in organizational behavior going to make her a better manager?
What impact can employing temporary, just-in-time workers have for employers? For existing full-time employees? For the temporary workers?
How does organizational behavior relate to, or differ from, organizational development? Organization theory? Human resource management?
In your own words, describe the theory behind goal setting. What has the research generally found in testing goal setting?
How does equity theory relate to procedural justice? Why is this so important to today's employees?
In your own words, briefly explain the Porter-Lawler model of motivation. How do performance and satisfaction relate to each other?
Briefly define the basic motivation process and the two types of needs. What are some examples of each type of need?