5 Questions
According to the text, what is the overriding principle of scientific management?
Replacing traditional 'rule of thumb' with scientific methods
What did Max Weber advocate in his Theory of Social and Economic Organization?
Bureaucracy
What is the emphasis of ER MANAGEMENT according to the text?
Control, decision making, decision analysis, and results
What is the legitimate source of power in ER MANAGEMENT as per the text?
Delegated authority
What is the relationship between manager and workers according to the text?
Cooperative and interdependent
Study Notes
Leadership
- Leadership is the act of influencing and motivating a group of people to act in the same direction towards achieving a common goal
Management Theories
Leadership Style
- Behavioral, attitude-focused leadership: does not rely on delegated authority, but rather on influence and other means to achieve goals
- Focuses on:
- Group process
- Information gathering
- Feedback
- Empowering others
- Goals may not align with those of the organization
Development of Management Theories
Scientific Management
- Founded by Frederick W. Taylor, known as the "father of scientific management"
- Key principles:
- Study work scientifically to determine the most efficient method of task performance
- Maximize work output with minimum effort
- Example: determining the most efficient way to perform a task to achieve maximum productivity
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