The field of Organizational Behavior (OB)

  Option#l The field of Organizational Behavior (OB) is the study of individual and group dynamics within an organization setting. A significant development in the field of came in 1957 when Douglas McGregor proposed two theories of how managers view employees: Theory X (negative/pessimistic) and Theory Y (positive/optimistic). These two contrasting theories help explain how manager's view individuals, motivations, and behaviors. Theory X states that employees are unintelligent and inherently lazy, which means that managers should closely monitor employee' behavior and have structures in place to maximize output. Theory Y views employees as creative and competent and that individuals thrive when they have meaningful work and are allowed opportunities to be involved in leadership and decisionmaking activities. The workplace is more nuanced than these two extreme viewpoints. However, we must be able to successfully manage our employees. Healthcare is a highly complex and regulated industry. Scope-ofpractice, mandatory staffing levels, and life and death decisions are par for the course. Utilizing existing theory(s), propose and justify a management model in which to successfully manage employees in a healthcare context. Keep proposals in the bounds ofrationality. Make sure that you fully explore your theory to substantiate your position. Feel free to cite studies that support your position. Possible deliverables - you do not have to address these, but these are just ideas in case you are stuck. Describe how the healthcare industry is unique ( or similar) to other industries. Think about the deliverables, processes, and regulations that may support/hinder your proposed theoretical management structure. Explore how your selected management approach/philosophy may vary per different employment levels (i.e. admin, physicians, RNs, LPNs, CNAs). Utilizing literature regarding your selected theory identify the pros and cons of this approach. Identify some of the barriers/facilitators to implementing this approach in the real-world.