MGT5430 Assignment #2 - Describe the expectancy theory of motivation

Conceptual Assignment #2

(MGT5430 Organizational Behavior)

Address the below:

1. Describe the expectancy theory of motivation.
2. Identify ways managers can reward performance.
3. Identify the stages and elements of preventive stress management for individuals and organizations.
4. Explain five communication barriers and gateways through them.
5. Identify the factors that influence group behavior.

The purpose of the Conceptual Assignments is to evaluate what you  have learned in the textbook chapters and research. You are required to  show an in-depth understanding of Organizational Behavior Management.  The assignments, require in-depth knowledge through research, hence the  need for more references and citations.

The Conceptual Assignment must follow the following guidelines:

1. You must give quality answers that show mastery of the concepts  being discussed, using clear logic, and supporting facts. Also, the  answers must directly address the questions using chapter readings and  research.
2. Conceptual assignments test the understanding of key concepts and  elements of Organizational Behavior Management, therefore, they must be  thoroughly addressed.
3. You must use citations with references to document information  obtained from sources. The key elements of human resources in  Organizational Behavior Management are found in the sources listed in  the syllabus it is your duty to search for them, read, analyze,  evaluate, summarize, paraphrase in your answers, and cite the authors  who wrote the articles, books, term papers, memoirs, studies, etc. What  it means is that you will have not less than 5 references from the listed sources.
4. Grammatically correct paper, no typos, and must have obviously been proofread for logic.
5. Questions or Topics must be typed out as headings, with follow up  answers in paragraph format, and a summary or conclusion at the end of  the paper.

The Assignment must be in APA format and is due no later than the specified time