Organizational Behavior Case Study: Sandi's Decision at KPMG Analysis

This case study examines organizational behavior through the lens of Sandi's career decisions at KPMG. It explores how the organization facilitates the learning of tacit knowledge by allowing employees to work closely with high-profile clients on complex projects. The study delves into the decision Sandi faces regarding her career path, considering factors such as work-life balance, alternative career options like government jobs or pursuing higher studies, and the potential risks associated with each choice. Ultimately, the analysis suggests Sandi may opt for graduate studies to enhance her knowledge and escape the pressures of professional life. Desklib provides access to this and other solved assignments to aid students in their studies.

Running head: ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR
Organizational Behavior
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Table of Contents
Question 1........................................................................................................................................2
Question 2........................................................................................................................................2
References........................................................................................................................................4

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Question 1
How does the organization facilitate learning of tacit knowledge?
The organization facilitated tacit language by allowing Sandi to work closely with people she
liked as well as with high profile clients on interesting and complex projects. Additionally, the
organization, KPMG facilitated learning without lectures, classrooms, textbooks and professors
as well (Chuang, Jackson & Jiang, 2016).
Question 2
What kind of decision is Sandi currently faced with? What kind of information should she
consider? What are the risks that may lead to a poor choice? What do you think she will do?
After being promoted to a management position successfully, Sandi is encountering
conflicts within herself. This is because of the long working days with high pressure is restricting
Sandi to have a life on her own. Thus, Sandi is currently faced with the decision whether to
continue with her job at KPMG or leave it for other alternatives.
In respect to her career, Sandi should consider information such as going for a
government job or pursuing higher studies. This is because the government job would allow her
to have a life of her own, as it would facilitate routine working hours. Pursuing higher studies is
also considered by Sandi because she has always performed well in her university but it comes
with the consequence of leaving her accounting profession altogether (Graham, Ziegert &
Capitano, 2015).

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However, there prevails a risk for Sandi if a poor choice is made by her. If she goes for
the government job, she would be able to work as an auditor or controller that might potentially
be boring and would more focused set of technical skills.
Taking into account the present situation of Sandi, it can be proposed that she will go for
pursuing the graduate study and towards a doctorate degree and become a professor. This is
because she has always been good in university and this will allow in increasing her knowledge
and take a break from the intense pressure of professional life.

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References
Chuang, C. H., Jackson, S. E., & Jiang, Y. (2016). Can knowledge-intensive teamwork be
managed? Examining the roles of HRM systems, leadership, and tacit knowledge. Journal of
management, 42(2), 524-554.
Graham, K. A., Ziegert, J. C., & Capitano, J. (2015). The effect of leadership style, framing, and
promotion regulatory focus on unethical pro-organizational behavior. Journal of business
ethics, 126(3), 423-436.