Management as Science vs. Management as Art

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What is the foundation of management philosophies according to the text?

The work of a manager

Directive roles and responsibilities

Structured organizational settings (correct)

Formal authority over activities

What is the primary focus of management?

Ignoring prescribed roles

Exercising informal authority

Attainment of organizational goals (correct)

Targeting self-achievement

Which term is defined as the process of managing, planning, controlling, and leading, according to the text?

Management (correct)

Philosophy

Authority

Administration

What distinguishes management from other processes in an organization as per the text?

Effort of other people Signup and view all the answers

In the context of management and administration, what tends to be the main differentiator between the two?

Convenience of individual writers Signup and view all the answers

What is the key aspect through which management achieves organizational goals?

Systematic and procedural formulations Signup and view all the answers

What is management sometimes referred to as?

Administration of business concerns Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered an importance of management?

Reducing cost and establishing sound organization Signup and view all the answers

Are managers born or made?

Managers can be born with innate qualities and developed through education and experience Signup and view all the answers

Why is management sometimes seen as a science?

It follows universal principles and tests of validity Signup and view all the answers

What does management mainly involve?

Observation, experimentation, and cause and effect relationships Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between management and science as per the text?

Science is specific and precise, while management is not Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the major challenges faced by managers as described in the text?

Dealing with interruptions Signup and view all the answers

What is a key role attributed to managers in the text?

Facilitating others to achieve objectives Signup and view all the answers

How are managers classified according to the provided text?

By their level within the organization Signup and view all the answers

What do managers need to do during the 'Planning' function as per the text?

Develop specific actions to reach goals Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the broad categories into which levels of management are classified?

Supervisory level Signup and view all the answers

What is described as being heavily dependent on the ability of managers to perform tasks effectively?

The success or failure of an organization Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Management as a Science?

Clear concepts and theories developed through hypothesis and analysis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Management as an Art?

Dealing with attitude and behavior modification Signup and view all the answers

Why is it challenging to classify modern management as a profession?

Lack of formal methods for acquiring training and experience Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is crucial for being considered a professional according to the text?

Adherence to a code of ethics Signup and view all the answers

What sets apart the ideal professional model as described in the text?

The presence of specialized knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes management as an art of the highest order?

Moulding the attitude and behavior of people towards desired goals Signup and view all the answers

What are the three essential management skills identified by Robert Katz?

Technical, human, conceptual Signup and view all the answers

Which role involves supervising, leading, motivating, training, coaching, guiding, hiring, and assessing employees?

Leading roles Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of managers in the 'Controlling' function?

Monitor and ensure goals are met Signup and view all the answers

According to Henry Mintzberg, what are the ten roles performed by managers primarily concerned with?

Interpersonal relationships, Information transfer, Decision making Signup and view all the answers

Which managerial skill involves the ability to understand, work with, lead, and control the behavior of people in the organization?

Human skill Signup and view all the answers

What do managers do in the 'Leading' role according to the text?

Supervise, motivate, train, and assess employees Signup and view all the answers