Organizational Behaviour Question Paper
Organizational Behaviour
Course:Bachelor Of Science In Entrepreneurship Studies
Institution: Moi University question papers
Exam Year:2009
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS: 2009/2010
SECOND YEAR EXAMINATION
ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOUR
DATE: DECEMBER 2009 TIME: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer Question ONE and Any other TWO Questions
QUESTION ONE
a) Give a brief description of individual’s behaviour based on the premise of interactionist view of
individual difference. (15 Marks)
b) Describe how a manager can utilize McGregor’s theory X and Y in improving the overall
productivity of an organization. (15 Marks)
QUESTION TWO
Differentiate between the internal and external locus of control and explain how individual’s motivation is influenced through those loci of control. (20 Marks)
QUESTION THREE
Differentiate between a team and a group and explain three scenarios in which groups can be used in an organization. (20 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR
Describe the following common biases in decision making and outline the strength and weaknesses in
each case.
a) Anchoring bias
b) Confirmation bias
c) Availability bias
d) Escalation commitment (20 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE
Give an account of organizational culture under the following sub headings
a) Component of organizational culture
b) Development of organizational culture
c) Culture and power (20 Marks)
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