Fundamentals of Organizational Behaviour – Old Question Paper 2013 | Semester :Fall

Fundamentals of Organizational Behaviour
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Old Question Paper
Year: 2013 | Semester:Fall
Pokhara University

Exam 2013 Fall

Attempt all the questions.

1. a. Define organizational behavior. How does the knowledge organizational behavior contribute towards proper management of an organization? Explain.[8]
   b. Discuss the emerging trends in organizational behavior.[7]
2. a.What are the determinants of individual behavior? Why do you think manger needs to be concerned with individual behavior?[8]
   b. Behaviour is based on one’s perception of what the reality is, not on reality itself. Discuss.[7]
   OR
   Critically analyze Hertzberg’s motivation-hygiene theory. [7]
3. a. Is attitude the sole predictor of behavior? Discuss the factors that affect attitudes.[8]
   b. What are the consequences associated with organizational commitment?Explain what can be done to enhance organizational commitment.[7]
4. a. Within organization, there are formal and informal groups. Why are both types of group important for organizations?[7]
   b. Discuss in detail the process of communication in an organizational setting.[8]
5. a. Explain the concept of people-oriented leadership. What are the current issues in leadership?[7]
   b. What is inter-group conflict? How can it be minimized? Discuss.[8]
6. a. Define organizational design.What can be done to increase the job autonomy of employee?[7]
   b. “Organizations are more likely to succeed when they have an adaptive culture”. Do you agree? Why or why not? [8]
7. Write short notes on any two:[2×5=10]
   a. Lewin’s force field analysis
   b. Consequences of stress
   c. Barriers to communication

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