Evolution of Management Theories Quiz

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What is a characteristic of classical theories according to the text?

Considering humans as social systems

Valuing individual needs over organization's needs

Ignoring the human factor and treating humans as mechanic systems (correct)

Emphasizing social factors' influence on productivity

Which management theory is associated with the concept of 'Social man model'?

Bureaucracy Approach

Management Process Approach

Systems Approach

Maslow's Theory (correct)

What is a key difference between classical and neo-classical theories?

Valuing organization's needs over individual needs

Emphasis on informal groups (correct)

Considering humans as mechanic systems

Ignoring social factors in productivity

In classical theories, what is the primary focus related to output and input?

Maximizing output, minimizing input, and productivity (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which approach falls under modern theories according to the text?

Systems Approach (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which theorist is associated with the concept of 'Scientific Management'?

F. Taylor (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Neo-Classical Management Theories?

Individual and group behavior within organizations (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which disciplines are included in Behavioral Sciences according to the given text?

Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Behavioral Sciences in organizations?

Understanding human behavior and interactions (A) Signup and view all the answers

How do Neo-Classical Management Theories differ from Classical Management Theories?

Classical theories emphasize technology, while Neo-Classical theories emphasize human relations. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are some limitations of Behavioral Sciences mentioned in the text?

Personal growth, motivation, and leadership (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is described as an individual's capacity to perform various tasks in a job according to the provided text?

Ability (D) Signup and view all the answers

What disciplines are included in the field of Behavioral Science?

Psychology, Sociology, Social Psychology and Socio-cultural Antroplogy (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the predominant form of management before it became a scientific discipline?

Apprentice-ship type of training based on experiences and intuitions (D) Signup and view all the answers

During which time period did the Neo-Classical and Modern Management Approaches emerge?

From World War 2 to the present (A) Signup and view all the answers

What prevented the development of the Scientific Management Approach in the Middle Ages?

Negative attitudes of the church toward trading and business affairs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are some reasons that contributed to the emergence of Management as a scientific discipline?

Industrial revolution in England and rapid founding of giant factories (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which fields gained scientific characteristics through the end of the 19th century according to the text?

Behavioral Sciences such as Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology (B) Signup and view all the answers