Organizational Behavior

Evaluation of Virtual Leader for Organizational Behavior

SIMZ-MGMT-0045         Understanding Issues In Organizational Behavior

An efficient organization is driven by individuals who think and work for common goals. Therefore, the behavior of individuals and groups within organizations has a significant impact on organizational performance. Motivation, stress, recognition and a host of other subjective factors govern the behavioral attitudes of individuals within a workforce. When individual needs within an organization are not met, the result is very often a de-motivated workforce with low productivity levels. Factors like high stress levels and low motivation can adversely impact the performance of an organization. This simulation illustrates the challenges that managers face while addressing problems related to the behavior of the workforce within an organization

SIMZ-BELW-0014         Identifying Ethical Differences in Cultures

Most businesses today have a well-enunciated code of conduct which all employees are expected to follow. However, global businesses — which operate in multi-cultural settings — must manage the contradictions inherent in implementing uniform policies across their operations worldwide. Cultural differences may often require these policies to be modified. This simulation requires the learner to consider cultural differences in different countries before taking an ethical standpoint on various issues: commissions for agents; defining the features of the product; and, choosing a candidate as successor.

SIMZ-LAAS-001 1         Analyzing Human Motivation

Motivation can be defined as a psychological feature that gives purpose and direction to an organism to achieve a certain goal. Hence, an understanding and appreciation of complex human nature is the first step to achieve effective employee motivation and therefore effective management. However, managers or mentors in an organization have to ensure that by working toward the organizational goals the employees are also achieving some of their own goals. It is important that the managers understand the needs of the employees and direct specific motivational strategies for helping them achieve their objectives.

SI MZ-LAAS-0029 Communicating Effectively

The process of communication is mediated by many factors that are often beyond our control. Our mental model of the model, which contains prejudices, assumptions and preconceived notions about other people, impact not only the way we communicate but also what we say. This is particularly true when we interact with a person who is very different from us -- either psychologically, culturally or both. This simulation deals with various cultural and psychological factors that influence the way we communicate with and understand other people.

SIMZ-LAAS-0039           Resolving Conflict in Teams

Conflict is often an inseparable component of teamwork. Teams contain people with diverse points of view, and when these points of view and opinions clash, conflict arises. Instead of ignoring or avoiding this conflict so that issues simmer beneath the surface, it can be helpful to bring the issues out in the open and manage and resolve the conflict. This simulation takes the learner through a workplace situation where conflict has arisen. The learner needs to manage the conflict and resolve it in the course of a few days.

SIMZ-MGMT-0012         Building a Culture for Sustaining Change

An organization undergoes change due to either external or internal factors. It needs to analyze the behavioral implications of change to be able to sustain and manage the change. An organization that is proactive can sustain change without affecting day-to-day operations. This simulation discusses the importance of building a culture that sustains change. Appropriate for an advanced course.

SIMZ-MGMT-0022         Managing Across the Organization

Managers use power and politics to coordinate and support the work of organizational members and to meet organizational objectives. Power and politics are usually adopted when there is a conflict over the best structure to adopt, best use of available resources, etc. This conflict is further aggravated when various types of personalities are teamed in an organization. This simulation illustrates the influence of power and politics in managing different situations in an exercise equipment manufacturing company. Appropriate for an advanced course.

SIMZ-TECH-0021         Assess Innovation in an Organization

Innovation extends beyond developing successful new products. Innovative companies consistently find new ways to deliver enhanced value to stakeholders by redefining established business paradigms and creating business models, services and processes that shape the future. The art of sustaining innovation in an organization requires focus and commitment. To innovate successfully, an organization should be able to measure the results of innovation. This simulation discusses the subject of innovation in an organization by showcasing the decision-making process within a firm committed to continuous innovation. In this simulation, the learner establishes metrics to assess innovation in an organization and balance innovation investments to diversify risks and maximize returns. Appropriate for an advanced course.