Management Science Overview
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What is the primary foundation of Management Science?

  • Scientific method and quantitative analysis (correct)
  • Historical data review
  • Intuitive decision making
  • Qualitative analysis
  • Who is recognized as the father of scientific management?

  • Peter Drucker
  • Henri Fayol
  • Frederic W. Taylor (correct)
  • George Dantzig
  • Which of the following is NOT one of Taylor's principles of management?

  • Delegation of tasks (correct)
  • Standardization
  • Monitoring
  • Co-working
  • What is the first step of the problem-solving process?

    <p>Identifying and defining the problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of decision making, what does choosing an alternative signify?

    <p>Finalizing the decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method is George Dantzig known for developing?

    <p>Simplex method for linear programming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes problem solving?

    <p>A process of identifying and resolving discrepancies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the last step in the problem-solving process?

    <p>Evaluating results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    What is Management Science?

    • Management Science uses the scientific method for effective decision-making and relies heavily on quantitative analysis.
    • It is a collaborative problem-solving process where an interdisciplinary team creates models to represent simple and complex functional relationships, aiding management decisions.
    • Terms often associated with Management Science include Operational Science and Decision Science.

    Historical Context and Key Contributors

    • The scientific management revolution began in the early 1900s with Frederic W. Taylor, known as the father of scientific management.
    • Taylor established foundational principles for quantitative methods in management: research, standardization, monitoring, and co-working.
    • He introduced the Rational Goal Model, emphasizing efficiency and goal-setting in management.
    • The modern era of Management Science research emerged during World War II, marked by significant contributions from George Dantzig.
    • Dantzig created the "simplex method," a core technique for solving linear programming problems, distinct from computer programming.

    Problem Solving and Decision Making

    • Problem solving is defined as the process of identifying the gap between the current state and the desired state, followed by actions to bridge that gap.
    • The typical steps involved in problem-solving:
      • Identify and define the problem.
      • Determine alternative solutions.
      • Establish criteria for evaluating alternatives.
      • Evaluate these alternatives.
      • Choose a suitable alternative.
      • Implement the selected alternative.
      • Assess results to ensure a satisfactory solution has been achieved.
    • Decision making primarily encompasses the identification of a problem and culminates in selecting an alternative, which constitutes the actual decision-making act.
    • Example: When faced with job offers in different locations (Cebu, Davao, Manila, Cagayan de Oro), alternatives for decision-making can be structured based on location preferences.
    • The next phase involves determining the evaluation criteria for these options, which is essential for informed decision-making.

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    Explore the fundamentals of Management Science, a discipline that utilizes the scientific method for decision-making. This quiz will cover key concepts, the history of scientific management, and its application in problem-solving through quantitative analysis. Test your understanding of how Management Science guides effective management practices.

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