Chapter 2

Organisational Culture and Change

Chapter Outline

  • Introduction

  • Sources of Culture

  • Types of Culture

  • Significance of Culture during Change

  • Concept of Global Organisational Culture

  • Organisational Climate

  • Functionalities and Dysfunctionalities of Cultures

  • Strengths and Weaknesses of Indian Culture

  • Top Management and Organisational Culture

  • A Proactive Approach to Culture and Change

  • Summary

  • Case Studies

  • Review Questions

  • Exercise

“If first priority is given to preservation of traditional culture and second to earning wealth, it is like spending on the sweet dish first and being left with no money for the dinner.”

— Anonymous

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