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What is the main emphasis of the autocratic approach?
What is the main emphasis of the autocratic approach?
- Supportive supervision
- Employee involvement in decision-making
- Challenging job and growth opportunity
- External control (correct)
What is the primary motivation for people under the autocratic approach?
What is the primary motivation for people under the autocratic approach?
- Economic concerns (correct)
- Challenging job and growth opportunity
- Employee participation
- Self control and self development
According to Theory Z, what is considered the building blocks of the organization?
According to Theory Z, what is considered the building blocks of the organization?
- General supervision
- Holistic concern for employees (correct)
- Speedy decision making and risk taking skills
- Job security and concern for employees
What is a characteristic of the mixed/hybrid system proposed by Theory Z?
What is a characteristic of the mixed/hybrid system proposed by Theory Z?
What distinguishes the autocratic and democratic approaches in terms of supervision?
What distinguishes the autocratic and democratic approaches in terms of supervision?
According to Theory Z, what is essential for reducing conflict within the organization?
According to Theory Z, what is essential for reducing conflict within the organization?
What characterizes the motivation of people under the democratic approach?
What characterizes the motivation of people under the democratic approach?
Study Notes
Autocratic Approach
- The main emphasis of the autocratic approach is on authoritarian decision-making and control.
Motivation and Leadership
- Under the autocratic approach, the primary motivation for people is based on fear and punishment.
Theory Z
- The building blocks of the organization, according to Theory Z, are trustworthy and committed employees.
Mixed/Hybrid System
- A characteristic of the mixed/hybrid system proposed by Theory Z is the combination of both autocratic and democratic approaches.
Supervision and Management
- The autocratic and democratic approaches are distinguished in terms of supervision, with the autocratic approach involving close supervision and the democratic approach involving more autonomy and freedom.
Conflict Resolution
- According to Theory Z, essential for reducing conflict within the organization is the creation of a sense of belonging among employees.
Democratic Approach
- The motivation of people under the democratic approach is characterized by a sense of participation and involvement in decision-making.
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Test your knowledge of McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y with this quiz. Explore the differences between autocratic and democratic management approaches, and understand the key principles of each theory.
