Organizational Behavior

1. Leadership
   1. Theories of Leadership
      1. Trait Theory
         1. Overview of inherent traits associated with effective leadership
         2. Criticisms of Trait Theory
         3. Applications in leadership assessment
      2. Behavioral Theories
         1. Overview of leadership behaviors
         2. Ohio State and Michigan studies’ insights
         3. Task-oriented vs. people-oriented behaviors
      3. Contingency Theories
         1. Fiedler’s Contingency Model
            1. Leadership style versus situational favorableness
            2. Least Preferred Co-worker (LPC) Scale
         2. Path-Goal Theory
            1. Leader’s role in clarifying path to goals
            2. Adaptive leadership based on situational factors
         3. Situational Leadership Theory
            1. Adapting leadership style based on follower readiness
            2. Development levels of followers
      4. Transformational and Transactional Leadership
         1. Characteristics of transformational leaders
            1. Visionary and inspirational roles
            2. Building an organizational culture of innovation
         2. Characteristics of transactional leaders
            1. Management by exception
            2. Importance of rewards and punishments
   2. Leadership Styles
      1. Autocratic Leadership
         1. Benefits of decisive and fast decision-making
         2. Risks associated with lack of team input and morale issues
      2. Democratic Leadership
         1. Advantages of inclusive decision-making
         2. Potential downsides like slower decision-making process
      3. Laissez-Faire Leadership
         1. Benefits of empowering employees with autonomy
         2. Risks of lack of direction and accountability
      4. Situational Leadership
         1. Evaluating the readiness level of followers
         2. Adapting leadership style to individual and situational needs
         3. Balance between directive and supportive behaviors
   3. Role of Leadership in Organizational Culture
      1. Leaders as culture creators
         1. Influencing organizational values and norms
         2. Role modeling behavior and ethics
      2. Impact on organizational change and adaptability
         1. Driving cultural shifts in response to market dynamics
      3. Importance in employee commitment and engagement
         1. Establishing trust and psychological safety
         2. Building a cohesive organizational identity
   4. Leadership Skills and Competencies
      1. Emotional Intelligence
         1. Self-awareness and self-regulation
         2. Empathy and social skills
      2. Communication Skills
         1. Effective listening and clear articulation
         2. Non-verbal communication and presentation skills
      3. Decision-Making Skills
         1. Problem-solving and critical thinking
         2. Decisiveness under uncertainty
      4. Conflict Resolution
         1. Navigating interpersonal and organizational conflicts
         2. Mediating and negotiating solutions
   5. Leadership Development and Training
      1. Identifying potential leaders within organizations
      2. Designing leadership development programs
         1. Workshops, seminars, and executive coaching
         2. Role-playing and simulation exercises
      3. Evaluating leadership effectiveness and growth
         1. Feedback mechanisms and performance assessments
   6. Challenges in Leadership
      1. Navigating complex and volatile environments
         1. Adapting leadership in times of crisis
         2. Managing global and culturally diverse teams
      2. Ethical dilemmas and leadership
         1. Maintaining integrity and ethical standards
         2. Making tough decisions involving diverse stakeholder interests