Work Psychology 4e

The fourth edition of Work Psychology by John Arnold retains its popular blend of theory, research and examples. Fully revised and updated with extensive new material, the book offers an accessible and fascinating examination of human behaviour in today's workplace. Covering a broad range of core topics the book is suitable for undergraduate students in business and management, and psychology as well as those studying for professional qualifications.Each chapter has an opening and closing case study with related exercises to help apply the theory presented in that chapter. Full colour design helps navigation and enlivens the text. Coverage of cross-cultural issues reflects the increasingly global context of work. Learning outcomes, long and short self-test questions, annotated further reading and weblinks help students structure their learning within and beyond the textbook. A comprehensive glossary helps students revise key terms. A companion website offers extra material for lecturers and students at www.booksites.net/arnold_workpsych More material on performance appraisals, emotional intelligence, diversity and competencies reflects the evolution of courses and the workplace "Compulsory initial reading for students on introductory courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The fourth edition establishes itself as the benchmark introductory textbook for students of occupational psychology. It's accessible, scientifically-based and well grounded in theory and practice without ever becoming dry. The case study examples throughout are particularly useful."Dr Neil Anderson, Professor of Organisational Psychology,University of Amsterdam"This is the benchmark text in occupational psychology. Everyone considering a career in this field simply has to read this book prior to starting their course." Dr Andreas Liefooghe, Lecturer in Organisational Psychology, Birkbeck College, University of London