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In which type of organizational structure do organizations look like pyramids with a clear top-down chain of command?
In which type of organizational structure do organizations look like pyramids with a clear top-down chain of command?
Which type of organizational structure organizes employees by their job functions or expertise?
Which type of organizational structure organizes employees by their job functions or expertise?
Which type of organizational structure is characterized by a flat or horizontal hierarchy with minimal levels of management?
Which type of organizational structure is characterized by a flat or horizontal hierarchy with minimal levels of management?
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Organizational Structure Types
- Bureaucratic Structure: Organizations resemble pyramids with a clear top-down chain of command, characteristic of a hierarchical structure.
- Functional Structure: Employees are organized by their job functions or expertise, creating a clear division of labor.
- Flat Structure: Characterized by a flat or horizontal hierarchy with minimal levels of management, promoting a more agile and flexible organizational environment.
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Test your knowledge on different types of organizational structures with this quiz. Learn about hierarchical, functional, divisional, and matrix structures and understand how they impact company departments and the people within the organization. Explore the concept of organizational charts (organigrams) and see if you can identify the correct structure based on given scenarios.
