Engineering Management Chapter 1
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What is the primary focus of engineering management?

  • Leadership strategies in business
  • Management of human resources
  • Financial management practices
  • Functional management of technical professionals (correct)
  • According to Henry Fayol, what is implied by the principle of authority?

  • The ability to make financial decisions
  • An obligation to lead by force
  • A responsibility to perform tasks satisfactorily (correct)
  • The requirement to work individually
  • Which of the following is NOT one of the management functions explained in the chapter?

  • Planning
  • Leading
  • Monitoring (correct)
  • Organizing
  • What does specialization in the workplace primarily lead to?

    <p>Efficiency in performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can result from dual command in an organization according to Fayol?

    <p>Confusion and chaos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does effective leadership contribute to good discipline?

    <p>By ensuring understanding of organizational rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the origin of the word 'management' suggest about its basic idea?

    <p>It involves leading by the hand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following areas is typically associated with engineering?

    <p>Product development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the principle of one manager and one plan ensure in an organization?

    <p>Unity of action and coordination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by the term 'Scalar Chain' in management?

    <p>A graded chain of authority for communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is fair wage payment important in the workplace?

    <p>It satisfies both employees and employer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does promoting 'esprit de corps' involve in an organization?

    <p>Creating unity of effort through harmony of interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basic function of management according to the provided content?

    <p>Planning for future actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should managers behave towards their subordinates?

    <p>By being friendly and fair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant factor that affects the fortunes of a company?

    <p>Instability of tenure among employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must management implement to encourage long-term employee commitment?

    <p>Practices that foster commitment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of staffing in an organization?

    <p>To ensure skills match job requirements effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a step in the controlling process?

    <p>Recruitment of staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What element of directing involves inspiring and encouraging subordinates?

    <p>Motivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the organization process start with according to the outlined functions?

    <p>Classification and grouping of activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is NOT a function associated with directing?

    <p>Performance appraisal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does effective controlling help predict?

    <p>Deviations before they occur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following options describes part of the staffing process?

    <p>Recruitment and selection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes leadership?

    <p>A process that guides and influences subordinates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction to Engineering Management

    • Learning Objectives: Students to discuss 14 principles of management and explain four management functions.

    Definition of Engineering

    • Engineering applies knowledge from mathematical and natural sciences to utilize materials and forces of nature for human benefit.

    Understanding Management

    • The term "Management" derives from Old French ménagement and Latin manuagere, indicating leadership and direction.
    • Involves leading and directing parts of an organization through effective resource deployment (human, financial, material, intellectual).
    • Engineering Management is the functional oversight of technical professionals in various fields like product development and industrial engineering.

    Henry Fayol's Contributions

    • Recognized for his viewpoint that managerial excellence is a learnable technical ability.
    • Advocated that management is a distinct skill set essential for successful organizational function.
    • Emphasized specialization, linking it to increased output and efficiency in the workplace.
    • Highlighted the importance of responsibility, which accompanies authority and necessitates task execution.

    Management Principles According to Fayol

    • Discipline: Results from effective leadership and clear rules between management and workers.
    • Unity of Command: Only one superior should give orders to avoid confusion and chaos.
    • Unity of Direction: Managers should ensure all operations align with the same objectives for coordination.
    • Subordination of Individual Interests: Interests of the organization take precedence over personal or group interests.

    Fair Treatment and Labor Relations

    • Emphasized fair wages promoting satisfaction for both employees and employers.
    • Decision-making should be appropriately centralized or decentralized based on organizational needs.
    • Scalar Chain: Established a graded authority hierarchy for all communication within the organization.

    Workplace Organization

    • The principle emphasizes having the right people and materials in the right place at the right time.
    • Managers should build friendly and fair relations with employees to enhance workplace dynamics.

    Importance of Employee Retention

    • Encouragement of long-term employee commitment plays a vital role in organizational stability.
    • Managers should foster an environment where employees can think autonomously and grow.

    Team Spirit and Collaboration

    • Esprit de corps: Promotes unity through teamwork, as cooperation among staff contributes to organizational strength.

    Core Management Functions

    • Planning: Establishing a future course of action to achieve predetermined goals, identifying the most effective actions.
    • Organizing: Bringing together various resources (human, physical, financial) and creating efficient relationships for goal achievement.
      • Involves activity classification, duty assignment, and authority delegation.
    • Staffing: Focused on filling the organizational structure with the right individuals.
      • Engages in manpower planning, recruitment, training, remuneration, and performance management.
    • Directing/Leading: Energizes organizational operations towards goals.
      • Encompasses supervision, motivation, leadership, and communication as critical components.

    The Control Function

    • Involves measuring performance against standards and correcting deviations.
    • Ensures activities align with organizational goals by predicting potential deviations before they materialize.

    Conclusion

    • Implementing these management principles and functions effectively can lead to a well-managed engineering organization, resulting in enhanced productivity and success in achieving objectives.

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