Organisations and Behaviour

Organisations and Behaviour

Organisations and Behaviour

Introduction

The following research report is discussed on the organisational structure and corporate culture of British Petroleum and Exxon Oil and Gas Company (GROOT, 2009, pp.95). Organisational structure and corporate culture affect the business performance of the organisation. The individual behaviour at workplace is influenced by several key factors in every organisation (STONEHOUSE, 2004, pp.85). Different approaches to management and theories of organisation help the companies in sustaining development. The organisational theory strengthens practices and principles of organisation for task handling (KERN & WILLCOCKS, 2001, pp.47). Different styles of leadership are adopted by organisations in today's business environment. Group behaviour is reflected in different organisations. The effective teamwork in organisations is affected by several key (MORZY & VOSSEN, 2009, pp.79). The technology has immense impact on organisations.

Discussion

Task 1

Part (A)

The British Petroleum Company

The headquarters of British multinational oil and Gas Company are located in London, United Kingdom. (GROOT, 2009, pp.95).It is one of the sixth oil and Gas Company and third largest energy company according to the 2011 revenue report.

The Exxon Mobil Company

Exxon Mobil is one of the world's largest international gas and Oil Company. Exxon is the leading inventory of global gas and oil resources. It is the world's largest marketer and refiner of petroleum products. Technological influence is used by Exxon to fulfil the energy needs of the world completely.

The organisational structure of British Petroleum

(source: http//www.bp.com)

The Organisational Culture of BP Company

The values of BP Company were Safety, Respect, Excellence, Courage and One Team.

Safety

According to BP, accommodating safety is a good business. Every work done by BP relies upon the safety of the communities around and the safety of the workforce (GROOT, 2009, pp.95). The safe management of the environment is BP's first priority. Safe delivering energy to the world is commitment of BP.

Respect

BP respects its operating world. The regulations and laws are strictly complied. Gaining the trust of others and maintaining highest ethical standards. BP respects the relationship between BP and its employees. The diversity of workforce is highly appreciated by BP. The effect of decisions is also looked after by BP.

Excellence

BP is committed to excellence with the help of its disciplined and systematic management of operations. The rules of standard, set for company, are followed by BP. BP is committed to outcomes in high quality. BP adopts and appreciates improvement and learning.

Courage

BP always aims to do the right thing. Achieving best outcomes requires the courage to speak up and stand by what is believed and face difficulty (GROOT, 2009, pp.95).New ways of thinking are always welcomed by BP. Seeking feedback from others is prioritized by BP. Enduring Legacy is the original aim of BP than the short-term priorities.

One Team

The strength of the individual is accomplished together by BP. Building team's capacity is preferred more than the personal success. BP trust within its employee in delivering their respective obligations.

The Organisational Structure of Exxon Company

(source: http//www.exxon.com)

Comparison and Contrast in Structure and Corporate Culture between British Petroleum and Exxon

The similarity between the British ...