Psychology applied to work : an introduction to industrial and organizational psychology

Now in its eighth edition, PSYCHOLOGY APPLIED TO WORK has established itself as the standard for textbooks in introductory industrial and organizational psychology. Written by Paul Muchinsky – a recognized expert and award winning teacher -- this text provides the most comprehensive resource available for I/O students: a research-based text coupled with the most relevant and contemporary applications of today's workplace issues. Case studies, field notes, and real company examples in every chapter illustrate and bring to life the relevance of I/O psychology to students' daily lives. The Eighth Edition of Muchinsky is accompanied by a dramatically expanded selection of media ancillaries for instructors, and improved student supplements. The historical background of I/O psychology Research methods in I/O psychology Criteria, standards for decision making Predictors, psychological assessments Personnel decisions Organizational learning Performance management Organizations and organizational change Teams and teamwork Organizational attitudes and behavior Occupational health Work motivation Leadership Union/management relations. This text provides [a] comprehensive resource available for I/O students: a research-based text coupled with ... relevant and contemporary applications of today's workplace issues. Case studies, field notes, and real company examples in every chapter illustrate and bring to life the relevance of I/O psychology to students' daily lives. -http://www.wadsworth.com. "The students cannot lose by reading Muchinsky. It prepares them for graduate school and for further classes in industrial/organizational psychology. The writing style is clear...The opening outlines and learning objectives remain exemplary; the same is true of the glossary and the field notes box.: --Rolf Holtz, University of Florida Based on the most current knowledge in the field, this market-leading textbook is renowned for its balanced blend of science and practice