MGT415 Week 5 Discussion 1 & 2
MGT415 Week 5 Discussion 1 & 2
Readings
Read the following chapters in Group Behavior in Organizations:
- Chapter 9: Leadership
- Chapter 10: Group Cooperation and Conflict
Discussions
To participate in the following discussions, go to this week’s Discussion link in the left navigation.
- Leadership
In a group environment, should leaders be assigned at the beginning of a project or should leaders emerge as the group is working on the project? Outline the positives and negatives of each approach. Is there a particular type of group that uses a particular leadership approach? Why do you think this is the case? Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.
- Conflict and Competition
Discuss whether intergroup conflict and intergroup competition are the same or different. Provide examples to support your position. What strategies can a leader use to ensure that there are positive results from the conflict or competition? Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.
