Peer Learning Discussion

Answer 1

My friend’s statement is not valid because Organizational behavior is a field of study in

which we study individuals and groups of people and how they interact with each other in an

organization to achieve a common goal. Therefore it is not only beneficial for people in

management but also across different professions. In any organization, effective communication

plays a vital role among the employees working as a team. Organizational behavior provides

insight into solving a conflict, motivating employees, and communication styles. These skills can

be very beneficial for all individuals working in different departments and professions.

Organizational behavior can help people develop leadership skills that are not only useful for

managers but also for people from various departments. This leadership will help them take their

decision and solve different problems in day-to-day activities. Organizational behavior courses

can help understand individual behavior in a workplace. It can help an individual to understand

themselves and their colleagues. These skills can help professionals to communicate within an

organization effectively (Crail, 2023).

Answer 2

Organizational behavior theories and practices can improve organizational effectiveness

through human capital by engaging them in proper training and development to enhance their

productivity, and also by providing motivational activities for them to keep them on board

through a performance appraisal system and setting goals. Most importantly providing positive

and supportive organizational culture for the employees increases effectiveness and productivity.

This can only be beneficial if the organization starts to invest in the people which will ultimately

lead to job satisfaction (Rabemananjara & Parsley, 2006).

Answer 3

Three major strategies that are pursued by Canadian businesses to be successful in

the market and their implications on HR within the firm are as follows

Corporate social responsibilities and Sustainability

Businesses practicing CSR and providing a sustainable environment must implement

policies in their HR department because HR is responsible for providing an environmentally

friendly culture and responsible for promoting a supportive culture that is aligned with the

company’s sustainable targets. E.g. HR department will collaborate with sustainable groups to

reduce the consumption of paper and adopt environmentally friendly procedures for

communication and recruitment purposes (Sylvie Ratté, 2008).

Diversification

Canada is a country where people come and migrate from various countries so the

organization has a diverse culture where you can find so many people of different ethnicity.

Hence HR needs to develop a set of procedures to welcome different diversity within an

organization and promote equality among them.

Technology

Organizations should incorporate technology to make businesses more efficient. The

use of technology can help promote a creative and innovative environment for employees. HR is

responsible for employees’ training and development to enhance their skills and productivity
Answer 4

There are several trends in the Canadian labor market that can impact HR managers

and their roles are as follows

Technology advancement

HR managers should keep themselves self-up to date with the technology trends in

the Canadian labor market and adopt new training programs, and new ways to select candidates

using technology. Keeping the current employees involved in different programs for their job

satisfaction.

Labor Shortage

Today Canada is facing a labor shortage and it is getting difficult for HR managers to find the

employee with the right set of skills for the organization.

Artificial intelligence and AI

Now the use of artificial intelligence and AI has changed the role and responsibility

of people. Due to the increase in AI HR managers are needs to manage workforce transition to

keep the right set of skilled people in the organization.

Diversity

Since Canada is a very diverse country So HR managers should focus on hiring

people from different ethnicity to promote diverse culture including fair hiring practices and

training for diversity.

Bibliography
Crail, C. (2023, May 24). What Is Organizational Behavior?
Rabemananjara, R., & Parsley, C. (2006). EMPLOYEE TRAINING DECISIONS, BUSINESS
STRATEGIES, AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES: A STUDY BY
SIZE OF BUSINESS.
Sylvie Ratté. (2008). Discover Strategies Used by Canada’s Leading SMEs.