The
values and
behaviors that
contribute to the unique social and
psychologicalenvironment of an
organization. Organizational culture includes an
organization'sexpectations,
experiences, philosophy, and values that hold it together, and is expressed in its self-image, inner
workings, interactions with the outside world, and future expectations. It is based on shared
attitudes,
beliefs,
customs, and written and unwritten
rules that have been
developed over time and are considered
valid. Also called
corporate culture, it's shown in (1) the ways the organization
conducts its
business, treats its
employees,
customers, and the wider
community, (2) the extent to which
freedom is allowed in
decision making, developing new
ideas, and personal ...