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Which movement results from the Hawthorne Studies conducted by Elton Mayo?
Which movement results from the Hawthorne Studies conducted by Elton Mayo?
The Behavioral Science Approach focuses solely on economic incentives to motivate employees.
The Behavioral Science Approach focuses solely on economic incentives to motivate employees.
False
Name one contributor to the Behavioral Science Approach.
Name one contributor to the Behavioral Science Approach.
A.H. Maslow
Employee participation in decision-making is a principle of __________ management.
Employee participation in decision-making is a principle of __________ management.
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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
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What is a significant finding of the Human Relations Movement?
What is a significant finding of the Human Relations Movement?
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Individual emotions and aspirations are deemed irrelevant in Neoclassical Theory.
Individual emotions and aspirations are deemed irrelevant in Neoclassical Theory.
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What does participative management aim to enhance?
What does participative management aim to enhance?
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Who is primarily associated with the Human Relations Movement?
Who is primarily associated with the Human Relations Movement?
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The Hawthorne Effect implies that productivity increases due to changes in physical conditions, such as lighting.
The Hawthorne Effect implies that productivity increases due to changes in physical conditions, such as lighting.
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What was the aim of the Mass Interviewing Program conducted during 1928-30?
What was the aim of the Mass Interviewing Program conducted during 1928-30?
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The _____ Experiments sought to discover the effects of different lighting levels on worker productivity.
The _____ Experiments sought to discover the effects of different lighting levels on worker productivity.
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Match the following studies with their focus:
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Which factor was NOT found to enhance productivity in the Relay Assembly Test Room Study?
Which factor was NOT found to enhance productivity in the Relay Assembly Test Room Study?
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The Relay Assembly Test Room Study showed that physical changes were the only contributors to productivity improvement.
The Relay Assembly Test Room Study showed that physical changes were the only contributors to productivity improvement.
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What crucial elements did the Hawthorne Experiments highlight in relation to workplace productivity?
What crucial elements did the Hawthorne Experiments highlight in relation to workplace productivity?
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According to Fiedler's contingency theory, what does a positive LPC scale rating indicate?
According to Fiedler's contingency theory, what does a positive LPC scale rating indicate?
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Fiedler's contingency theory suggests there is a single correct way to lead a business.
Fiedler's contingency theory suggests there is a single correct way to lead a business.
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What are the two key factors that determine a successful leader according to contingency theory?
What are the two key factors that determine a successful leader according to contingency theory?
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A score above ___ on the LPC scale indicates a relationship-oriented leader.
A score above ___ on the LPC scale indicates a relationship-oriented leader.
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Which component is NOT part of Daniel Goleman's Emotional Intelligence in Leadership?
Which component is NOT part of Daniel Goleman's Emotional Intelligence in Leadership?
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Leaders with high emotional intelligence are more likely to create a productive workplace.
Leaders with high emotional intelligence are more likely to create a productive workplace.
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What scale is used to identify leadership styles in Fiedler's contingency theory?
What scale is used to identify leadership styles in Fiedler's contingency theory?
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Match the LPC scale score ranges with their leadership styles:
Match the LPC scale score ranges with their leadership styles:
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Study Notes
Classical Theory of Management
- Focuses on improving organizational efficiency and effectiveness through a structured approach
- Developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries
Hierarchical Structure
- Top Level: Executives, owners, and board members set long-term goals and strategic direction
- Middle Level: Managers oversee daily operations within departments, implement strategies, and manage lower-level supervisors
- Lower Level: Supervisors handle daily employee tasks, address operational issues, and ensure work aligns with organizational goals
Specialization
- Task Breakdown: Large tasks are divided into smaller, more manageable parts
- Role Clarity: Employees are assigned specific tasks matching their skills to enhance efficiency and reduce multitasking
- Improved Productivity: Specialization allows employees to develop expertise in their roles
Incentives
- Financial Rewards: Bonuses, raises, or performance-related pay motivates employees to increase productivity and job satisfaction
- Performance Link: Clear links between performance and rewards encourage employees to work harder and achieve better results
Autocratic Leadership Model
- Centralized Decision-Making: Top managers make decisions without input from lower levels, facilitating quick decisions
- Top-Down Communication: Decisions and directives flow downward from top managers, ensuring a consistent approach
Well-defined Organizational Structure
- Clear Roles: Each level has specific roles and responsibilities, minimizing overlap and confusion
Formal Authority and Control
- Authority Structure: Clearly defined lines of authority and control to ensure decisions are made by appropriate management levels
- Regulatory Mechanisms: Establishes mechanisms for regulating and controlling employee performance against organizational policies
Scientific Management Theory - F.W. Taylor
- Introduction: A transformative shift in management science, focusing on optimizing worker productivity and production processes during the Industrial Revolution
- Historical Context: Urgent need to optimize resources (labor, materials, machinery) during the early 20th century
- Definition and Concept: An approach to management using scientific principles to improve efficiency and productivity. Orchestrates efforts to achieve organizational objectives using methodic, objective approaches.
Key Features of Scientific Management Theory
- Minimize Waste: Reduce material and time waste
- Quality Assurance: Ensure quality products
- Cost Reduction: Employ efficient techniques to reduce costs
- Job Placement: Match individuals to best-suited roles
- Performance Incentives: Link wages to productivity
- Eliminate Inefficiencies: Replace arbitrary methods with proven approaches
- Ensure Consistency: Regulate supply of goods
Core Principles of Scientific Management Theory
- Science, not Rule of Thumb: Advocate for scientific methods over trial and error
- Harmony, not Discord: Encourage cooperation amongst management and workers
- Cooperation, not Individualism: Promote collective efforts and mutual trust
Formal Authority and Control
- Authority Structure: Clearly defined lines of authority to ensure appropriate decision-making
- Regulatory Mechanisms: Mechanisms to control and regulate employee performance and adherence to organizational policies
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Explore the key elements of classical management theories, including hierarchical structure, specialization, and incentives. This quiz delves into how these concepts contribute to organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Perfect for understanding the foundations of management practices developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
