SIMBOLURILE ÎN CULTURA ORGANIZAŢIONALĂ
SYMBOLS IN ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE

Summary/Abstract: Symbols are the most apparent and observable aspects of organizational life; simultaneously, symbolic behavior is the most subtle and elusive. Most organizations proclaim their identity in logos on stationery, newsletters, and even clothing, many create slogans to inspire members, devise rites of passage that mark promotion or retirement, hold ceremonies to publicly reward employee service, and make heroes of those who epitomize organizational values. Few organization members or researchers fail to notice differences in the size of offices, quality of furnishings, parking assignments, and use of titles. In this article attempt to show that organizational symbols are much more than that, and to highlight their importance in organizational culture plan and their role in influencing organizational practices, criteria used for employment, current actions of top management.

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