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Workplace bullying is a persistent problem in the NHS with negative implications for individuals, teams, and organisations. Bullying is a complex phenomenon and there is a lack of evidence on the best approaches to manage the problem. Aims: Research questions: What is known about the occurrence, causes, consequences and management of bullying and inappropriate behaviour in the workplace? Objectives: Summarise the reported prevalence of workplace bullying and inappropriate behaviour. Summarise the empirical evidence on the causes and consequences of workplace bullying and inappropriate behaviour. Describe any theoretical explanations of the causes and consequences of workplace bullying and inappropriate behaviour. Synthesise evidence on the preventative and management interventions that address workplace bullying interventions and inappropriate behaviour.

The GMC commissioned research to explore the extent to which different medical schools prepare their medical graduates for the workplace by studying the experiences and perceptions of graduates at three medical schools which differ in curriculum and/or entry cohort. A mixture of qualitative and quantitative methods provide a broad triangulated view of preparedness. Findings of the project indicate that undergraduates preparedness to begin the Foundation Programme is improved by increased experiential learning in clinical practice as part of their undergraduate programme.