Chapter 16 Vocab Flashcards
Organizational Culture
A system of shared meaning held by members that distinguishes the organization from other organizations.
Dominant Culture
A culture that express the core values that are shared by a majority of the organization’s members.
Core Values
The primary or dominant values that are accepted throughout the organization.
Subcultures
Minicultures within an organization, typically defined by department designations and geographic separation.
Strong Culture
A culture in which the core values are intensely held and widely shared.
Organizational Climate
The shared perceptions organizational members have about their organization and work environment.
Ethical Work Climate (EWC)
The shared concept of right and wrong behavior in the workplace that reflects the true values of the organization and shapes the ethical decision-making of its members.
Institutionalization
A condition that occurs when an organization takes on a life of its own, apart from any of its members, and acquires immortality.
Socialization
A process that adapts employees to the organization’s culture.
Prearrival Stage
The period of learning in the socialization process that occurs before a new employee joins the organization.
Encounter Stage
The stage in the socialization process in which a new employee sees what the organization is really like and confronts the possibility that expectations and reality may diverge.
Metamorphosis Stage
The stage in the socialization process in which a new employee changes and adjusts to the job, work group, and organization.
Rituals
Repetitive sequences of activities that express and reinforce the key values of the organization, which goals are most important, which people are important, and which are expendable.
Material Symbols
What conveys to employees who is important, the degree of egalitarianism top management desires, and the kinds of behavior that are appropriate.
Positive Organizational Culture
A culture that emphasizes building on employee strengths, rewards more than punishes, and emphasizes individual vitality and growth.
