Essentials of Organizational Behavior, 16th edition

  • Stephen P. Robbins
  • , Timothy A. Judge

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Essentials of Organizational Behavior provides the basic core of knowledge in organizational behavior (OB). With complete yet concise coverage, it focuses on translating theory and research into actionable practice. In use at hundreds of colleges and universities worldwide, the text uses relatable scenarios and a conversational style to make lessons engaging, relevant and easy to absorb.

The 16th Edition features up-to-date research, discussion and examples of current issues related to all aspects of organizational behavior, including AI, diversity, communication and remote work. This edition also includes new coverage of stress and health in organizations, as well as organizational change.

Published by Pearson (February 14th 2025) - Copyright © 2026

ISBN-13: 9780135353844

Subject: Management

Category: Organizational Behavior

PART 1: UNDERSTANDING YOURSELF AND OTHERS

  1. What Is Organizational Behavior?
  2. Diversity and Inclusion in Organizations
  3. Job Attitudes
  4. Emotions and Moods
  5. Personality and Individual Differences

PART 2: MAKING AND IMPLEMENTING DECISIONS

  1. Perception and Individual Decision Making
  2. Motivation Concepts
  3. Motivation: From Concepts to Applications

PART 3: COMMUNICATING IN GROUPS AND TEAMS

  1. Foundations of Group Behavior
  2. Understanding Work Teams
  3. Communication

PART 4: NEGOTIATING POWER AND POLITICS

  1. Leadership
  2. Power and Politics
  3. Conflict and Negotiation

PART 5: LEADING, UNDERSTANDING, AND TRANSFORMING THE ORGANIZATION SYSTEM

  1. Foundations of Organization Structure
  2. Organizational Culture and Change
  3. Stress and Health in Organizations