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Organizational Behavior Model

/ˌɔrgənaɪˈzeɪʃənəl bɪˈheɪvjər ˈmɒdəl/

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According to the organisational behaviour model, states' behaviour is not utility-maximizing. Instead, state action resembles the organisational output of government agencies. Organisations operate according to standard operating procedures, which can increase efficiency. However, standardisation also means procedures cannot be tailored to specific circumstances and could be outdated. Subsequently, government agencies might act in ways contradicting the paradigm of utility maximisation.

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Pablo Mathis Pablo Mathis studied Security Studies at Leiden University in the Netherlands and now pursued a Master at the Kings College London. Pablo’s main area of interest is national security, with a special focus on great-power competition and nuclear and conventional deterrence. When analyzing these issues, Pablo believes in adopting a historical perspective and building on various international relations theories.

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Mathis, P. (2023). Organizational Behavior Model. EPIS Insight · Peacekeeping & Conflict Prevention.
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