Full Description
Providing insight into the currently applied models, basic definitions and functions of work discipline systems within organisations, this book analyses the risks, limitations and the potential of developing organisational discipline structures. It examines various examples and manifestations of unethical and criminal behaviour in the workplace and places special emphasis on informal punishment structures and the conditions under which they occur. Difficult topics are tackled including sabotage, theft, bullying, financial fraud, sexual harrassment and blackmail. Assessing the effectiveness of work discipline systems upon organisational behaviour, this innovative book offers practical solutions for managers, as well as new approaches for those studying human resource management.
Contents
1. The Definitions, Types and Functions of Discipline as well as Factors Influencing Discipline.- 2. Models of Discipline: Self Discipline and Organisations without Bosses.- 3. The Control and Punishment of Employees.- 4. Discipline and the Selected Manifestations of Employee Behaviour.- 5. The Role of Tasks and Management.- 6. Conclusion.
