What are Edgar Schein's Two Organizational Cultures?

The video explores Shine's model of organizational culture, focusing on three layers: beliefs, values, and artefacts. It introduces two cultural models: individual freedom ethic, where ideas stem from individuals, and authority ethic, where wisdom comes from seniority. The video discusses the spectrum between these models and notes a shift towards individual freedom in modern organizations. It emphasizes that no model is inherently right or wrong, but should align with organizational needs.

What is the base layer of organizational culture according to the model discussed?

• Organizational goals

• Underlying beliefs

• Artefacts

• Values of the people

Which article by Shine introduced the two cultural models?

• Organizational Behavior

• The Culture Code

• Organizational Dynamics

• Coming to A New Awareness of Organizational Culture

In an organization with an individual freedom ethic, how are ideas primarily generated?

• By following strict protocols

• By individual initiative

• Through external consultants

• Through hierarchical decision-making

What is a common feature of organizations with an individual freedom ethic?

• Strict reporting lines

• Open plan offices

• Formal dress code

• Closed office doors

In an authority ethic culture, where do the right answers typically come from?

• Junior employees

• External stakeholders

• Senior individuals

• Customer feedback

What is emphasized in authority cultures?

• Hierarchical structure

• Flat organizational structure

• Flexible job roles

• Informal communication

How have organizational cultures shifted from the 20th to the 21st century?

• From hierarchical to flat structures

• From individual freedom to authority ethic

• From authority ethic to individual freedom ethic

• From informal to formal cultures