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Which of the following is the driving force behind the evolution of management theory?
Which of the following is the driving force behind the evolution of management theory?
- The demand for higher quality goods and services
- The need for more efficient production processes
- The search for better ways to use organizational resources (correct)
- The desire to increase profits
What are the principal management tasks?
What are the principal management tasks?
- Planning, organizing, leading, and controlling human and other organizational resources (correct)
- Recruiting, training, and retaining employees
- Developing, implementing, and evaluating marketing plans
- Analyzing, evaluating, implementing, and monitoring organizational strategies
What typically leads to advances in management thought?
What typically leads to advances in management thought?
- Global economic trends
- Changes in government regulations
- Managers and researchers finding better ways to perform management tasks (correct)
- Technological advancements in the industry
Which theory of management focuses on improving efficiency through scientific methods?
Which theory of management focuses on improving efficiency through scientific methods?
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Which theory of management emphasizes the importance of understanding human behavior in organizations?
Which theory of management emphasizes the importance of understanding human behavior in organizations?
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Evolution of Management Theory
- The driving force behind the evolution of management theory is the need to adapt to changing environments and circumstances.
Management Tasks
- The principal management tasks include planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.
Advances in Management Thought
- Advances in management thought are typically led by changes in the social, economic, and technological environments.
Management Theories
Scientific Management Theory
- The scientific management theory focuses on improving efficiency through scientific methods.
Behavioral Management Theory
- The behavioral management theory emphasizes the importance of understanding human behavior in organizations.
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