Using Research Methods to Improve HR and OD Functions

Overview 

This session will provide an introduction to behavioural-based principles and how they may be applied within a HR and OD field. Evidence supporting a behavioural-based approach will be presented along with key psychological theories that underpin behavioural-based practice. 

Objectives 

• Define behavioural science and a behavioural-based approach. 

• Highlight the importance of a behaviour-based approach. 

• Trace the social and evolutionary events that have contributed to evolutionary mismatch in modern society and workplaces. 

• Introduce brain and behavioural- based models. 

• Discuss the contemporary environment and the emotional and psychological threats and rewards within it. 

• Introduce two systems of thought and how they impact on behaviour in the workplace. 

• Highlight thought and perception biases. 

• Introduce SCARF model 

• Begin to plan how you may implement behavioural approaches in your workplace.