MGT241 Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management notes
12 chapter notes, in syllabus order. Each starts with the key points.
Unit 1 · 6 hrs
OB/HRM Basics: Definitions, Models, and HR’s RoleUnit 1 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management introduces core concepts like OB/HRM definitions, their relationship, key models (e.g., open vs. closed systems), and HR’s strategic role in organizations, illustrated with Nepali and global examples.20 min readUnit 2 · 6 hrs
HR Planning & Recruitment: Needs, Sources, Methods & ChallengesUnit 2 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management covers systematic HR planning (forecasting, inventory, gap analysis), recruitment strategies (internal vs. external), and ethical challenges in hiring, with real-world applications in Nepali companies like Nabil Bank and Daraz.8 min readUnit 3 · 6 hrs
Selection, Job Analysis & Competency MappingUnit 3 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management explores how organizations systematically analyze jobs (job analysis) and select the right candidates (selection methods) to ensure fit between roles and people, using tools like job descriptions, competency frameworks, and structured interviews.11 min readUnit 4 · 6 hrs
Employee Training & Development: Methods, Models & ImpactUnit 4 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management covers the systematic approaches to employee training (on-the-job, off-the-job, e-learning) and development (career planning, mentoring, succession planning), their alignment with organizational goals, and evaluation techniques like Kirkpatrick’s four-leve15 min readUnit 5 · 6 hrs
Performance Management & Job Satisfaction: Systems, Metrics & Employee Well-beingUnit 5 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management explores how organizations measure, evaluate, and enhance employee performance while ensuring job satisfaction—covering appraisal systems, feedback mechanisms, satisfaction theories, and their impact on productivity and retention.15 min readUnit 6 · 6 hrs
Motivation Theories, Employee Participation & Workplace EngagementUnit 6 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management explores the psychological and behavioral foundations of motivation—content theories (Maslow, Herzberg), process theories (ADP, ERG), and employee participation models (suggestion systems, quality circles)—with real-world applications in Nepali and global 11 min readUnit 7 · 6 hrs
Personality & Attitude: Types, Theories & Organizational ImpactUnit 7 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management explores how personality traits (Big Five, Myers-Briggs) and workplace attitudes (job satisfaction, organizational commitment) shape employee behavior, decision-making, and organizational culture—with real-world applications in Nepali companies like Nabil 14 min readUnit 8 · 6 hrs
Perception: How We See, Judge, and Act in OrganizationsUnit 8 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management explores how employees interpret information, form impressions, and make decisions—focusing on perceptual processes, biases, and their impact on workplace behavior, with real-world examples from Nepali and global companies.10 min readUnit 9 · 6 hrs
Conflict Types, Stress Sources & Management StrategiesUnit 9 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management explores the causes, types, and resolution techniques of workplace conflicts, alongside stress management frameworks, using real-world Nepali and global case studies (e.g., Daraz delivery delays, Ncell customer service tensions).10 min readUnit 10 · 6 hrs
Rewards, Compensation & Motivation SystemsUnit 10 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management explores the principles, types, and strategic design of employee rewards and compensation systems, linking them to motivation, equity, and organizational performance.8 min readUnit 11 · 6 hrs
Behavior Modification & Org Development: OD Models, Techniques & ChangeUnit 11 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management explores how organizations systematically modify employee behavior through reinforcement theory, organizational development (OD) interventions, and change management frameworks—linking psychological principles to real-world workplace transformations.11 min readUnit 12 · 6 hrs
Grievance Handling & Managerial Challenges: Causes, Processes & SolutionsUnit 12 of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management explores the systematic approaches to resolving workplace conflicts, analyzing common grievances, and addressing managerial challenges through structured problem-solving frameworks, real-world case studies, and ethical decision-making tools.15 min read