Organization Development: Strategies for Changing Environments

Book Details

• Author: John Houston
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Language: English
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of Pages: 446
• ISBN-13: 9781138841642
• Release Date: 27-05-2016
• Dimensions: 9.0 x 6.0 x 1.0 inches
• Weight: [Please provide weight if available]

About the Book

Organization Development: Strategies for Changing Environments (Second Edition) by John Houston, Robert Smither, and Sandra McIntire is a comprehensive and contemporary guide designed to equip future managers and organizational leaders with the tools needed to plan and manage change effectively in today's dynamic work environments.

Building upon the foundational success of its earlier edition, this updated volume integrates critical new content on globalization, change management, sustainability, diversity, ethics, emotional intelligence, and talent management. The authors present a well-rounded approach to organizational development (OD), blending theory with practical strategies and real-world application. New case studies align closely with chapter objectives, offering readers deep insights into current organizational dilemmas.

This book is an essential resource for students and professionals studying or working in the fields of organizational development, change management, leadership, and organizational behavior. It presents OD as a process of discovery and adaptation—one that benefits both the individual and the organization. With expert contributions and clear, accessible language, this edition offers enriched learning through case studies, exercises, and updated theories tailored for the 21st century.

Critical Acclaim

“Managing change is like rafting down a treacherous river... This book presents organization development as a process of discovery, learning, and adaption to change.”
— Mark L. Lengnick-Hall, University of Texas at San Antonio, USA

“It maintains the core values of OD while expanding on who is involved and how they implement it.”
— Jean M. Bartunek, Boston College, USA

“An excellent book that offers a clear and up-to-date understanding of OD… a welcome addition to any OD student’s bookshelf.”
— Bernard Burnes, University of Stirling, UK