Podcast
Questions and Answers
What does the term 'unity of command' refer to in an organizational context?
What does the term 'unity of command' refer to in an organizational context?
- Each person should report to only one manager. (correct)
- The collective authority of all managers over employees.
- A system where employees select their managers.
- Every employee reporting to multiple managers.
Which organizational structure is characterized by being adaptive and flexible?
Which organizational structure is characterized by being adaptive and flexible?
- Functional organization
- Organic organization (correct)
- Hierarchical organization
- Mechanistic organization
In which scenario is centralization typically preferred?
In which scenario is centralization typically preferred?
- When the organization is large and geographically dispersed.
- When lower-level managers have significant decision-making capabilities.
- When employees desire more input in organizational decisions.
- When the decision-making environment is stable. (correct)
What is 'employee empowerment' in the context of decision-making?
What is 'employee empowerment' in the context of decision-making?
What does formalization indicate in an organization?
What does formalization indicate in an organization?
Which of the following best describes 'span of control'?
Which of the following best describes 'span of control'?
In which situation would an organization likely adopt a decentralized structure?
In which situation would an organization likely adopt a decentralized structure?
What typically drives an organization towards a mechanistic structure?
What typically drives an organization towards a mechanistic structure?
What is the primary purpose of organizational design?
What is the primary purpose of organizational design?
What does work specialization involve?
What does work specialization involve?
Which term describes the formal arrangement of jobs within an organization?
Which term describes the formal arrangement of jobs within an organization?
What does chain of command clarify?
What does chain of command clarify?
What is the definition of departmentalization?
What is the definition of departmentalization?
Which type of authority allows a manager to directly supervise the work of employees?
Which type of authority allows a manager to directly supervise the work of employees?
Which element is NOT a part of organizational design?
Which element is NOT a part of organizational design?
What does formalization refer to in an organizational context?
What does formalization refer to in an organizational context?
Study Notes
Organizational Structure
- Organizing is a management function that involves structuring work to achieve organization goals
- An organizational structure refers to the formal arrangement of jobs within an organization.
- An organizational chart visually represents an organization's structure.
- Organizational design refers to creating or changing an organization's structure.
Elements of Organizational Design
- Work specialization divides work activities into separate job tasks.
- Departmentalization involves grouping jobs based on a shared characteristic, such as function, product, customer, geographic location, or process..
- The chain of command refers to the line of authority from upper organizational levels to the lowest, clarifying who reports to whom.
- Line authority entitles a manager to direct the work of an employee.
- Staff authority supports, assists, and advises those with line authority.
- Responsibility is the obligation to perform assigned duties.
- Unity of command states that each person should report to only one manager.
- Span of control refers to the number of employees a manager can effectively manage.
- Centralization concentrates decision-making at higher organizational levels.
- Decentralization involves lower-level employees making decisions or contributing to decision-making.
- Employee empowerment gives employees more decision-making authority.
- Formalization refers to the standardization of jobs and the extent to which employee behavior is guided by rules and procedures.
Mechanistic vs. Organic Structures
- A mechanistic organization is rigid, tightly controlled, and uses a centralized decision-making process.
- An organic organization is highly adaptive, flexible, and uses more decentralized decision-making.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Related Documents
Description
This quiz explores key concepts in organizational structure and design, focusing on how to effectively organize work to meet goals. Topics covered include work specialization, departmentalization, and the chain of command. Test your understanding of these essential management functions.
