Work and Organizational Psychology

by Sebastiaan Rothmann, Cary L. Cooper

Overview

Providing a complete and contemporary overview of the evolving and fascinating world of work, this new edition of Work and Organizational Psychology is the perfect textbook, outlining not only key theoretical ideas, but how they relate to the role of psychologists advising today’s organizations.

Integrating the fields of human resource management and organizational behaviour, the text begins with a chapter to give the reader an insight into the domain of work and organizational psychology, the development of the field of work and organizational psychology, tasks and competencies of organizational and work psychologists, and careers in work and organizational psychology. The remainder of the book is divided into thirteen chapters which address the core areas of work and organizational psychology.

The book is supported by a range of pedagogical features, spotlighting issues of theoretical, ethical, or contemporary interest, whilst also enabling students to engage in active learning.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781032064918
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/24/2022
Series:	Topics in Applied Psychology
Edition description:	3rd ed.
Pages:	298
Product dimensions:	6.88(w) x 9.69(h) x (d)

About the Author

Sebastiaan Rothmann is Professor of Industrial Psychology and Director of the Optentia Research Unit at North-West University, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa. His research interest is the assessment and development of human potential and flourishing in institutions.

Cary L. Cooper is the 50th Anniversary Professor of Organizational Psychology and Health at the ALLIANCE Manchester Business School, University of Manchester, President of the CIPD (professional body of 156,000 HR professionals), and Chair of the National Forum for Health and Wellbeing at Work (comprised of HR Directors and CMOs of 40 global organisations).

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to work and organizational psychology. PART I: ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY. 2. Individual differences and inclusion 3. Motivation and satisfaction. 4. Group behaviour. 5. Communication. 6. Leadership. PART II: WORK PSYCHOLOGY. 7. Work analysis and human resource planning. 8. Recruitment and selection. 9. Induction, training, and development. 10. Compensation management. 11. Performance management. 12. Career development. PART III: FURTHER ASPECTS OF ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY. 13. Well-being and dysfunctional behaviour at work. 14. Organizational design, development, and culture. References.

Editorial Reviews

"This is an excellent introductory text to the area of work and organizational psychology. It covers classic and contemporary issues in the discipline including wellbeing and positive psychology at work. Very useful teaching aids are provided throughout the book that will encourage students to take a critical approach to the discipline." – Catherine Steele, University of Leicester, UK

"Comprehensive and contemporary, this book is carefully reflective of current thinking in the work and organizational psychology arena. Chapter content is sandwiched by excellent learning outcomes and sample essay questions guiding creative and active learning. Informed by an attractive balance between scientist and practitioner perspectives, this text has much scope to help undergraduate students appreciate the complexities of research whilst encouraging them to think as a work and organizational psychologist." – Rachel Avery, University of Surrey, UK

This easy-to-read textbook is ideal both for undergraduates taking an occupational or work psychology elective and those studying complementary courses such as human resource management who want a background in psychological theory. Activities and further reading provide helpful starting points for those interested in taking their dissertation in this area. It is up-to-date whilst also providing sufficient historical background to contextualise the field today." – Laura Dean, University of Sheffield, UK

"Comprehensive and contemporary, this book is carefully reflective of current thinking in the work and organizational psychology arena. Chapter content is sandwiched by excellent learning outcomes and sample essay questions guiding creative and active learning. Informed by an attractive balance between scientist and practitioner perspectives, this text has much scope to help undergraduate students appreciate the complexities of research whilst encouraging them to think as a work and organizational psychologist." – Rachel Avery, University of Surrey, UK

"This is an excellent introductory text to the area of work and organizational psychology. It covers classic and contemporary issues in the discipline including wellbeing and positive psychology at work. Very useful teaching aids are provided throughout the book that will encourage students to take a critical approach to the discipline." – Catherine Steele, University of Leicester, UK

This easy-to-read textbook is ideal both for undergraduates taking an occupational or work psychology elective and those studying complementary courses such as human resource management who want a background in psychological theory. Activities and further reading provide helpful starting points for those interested in taking their dissertation in this area. It is up-to-date whilst also providing sufficient historical background to contextualise the field today." – Laura Dean, University of Sheffield, UK

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