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Organizational structure refers to the arrangement of employees based on their hobbies and interests.
Organizational structure refers to the arrangement of employees based on their hobbies and interests.
False
A divisional structure segments employees based on products or markets rather than job roles.
A divisional structure segments employees based on products or markets rather than job roles.
True
The hierarchical outline of a company's roles includes only the top management.
The hierarchical outline of a company's roles includes only the top management.
False
A matrix organizational structure allows teams to report to multiple leaders, promoting open communication.
A matrix organizational structure allows teams to report to multiple leaders, promoting open communication.
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In a functional structure, employees are grouped based on their geographic location.
In a functional structure, employees are grouped based on their geographic location.
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Job rotation allows employees to learn new skills and gain different experiences by moving between different departments.
Job rotation allows employees to learn new skills and gain different experiences by moving between different departments.
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Job enrichment refers to the process of making jobs simpler by removing tasks to reduce employee focus.
Job enrichment refers to the process of making jobs simpler by removing tasks to reduce employee focus.
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Job enlargement involves adding more responsibilities and tasks to a role, which can help reduce employee monotony.
Job enlargement involves adding more responsibilities and tasks to a role, which can help reduce employee monotony.
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Job simplification focuses on increasing the number of tasks in a role to enhance employee engagement.
Job simplification focuses on increasing the number of tasks in a role to enhance employee engagement.
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Alternative work schedules include options like compressed work weeks and job sharing, allowing greater flexibility in how employees manage their work hours.
Alternative work schedules include options like compressed work weeks and job sharing, allowing greater flexibility in how employees manage their work hours.
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A boundaryless organizational structure promotes functional separation within the organization.
A boundaryless organizational structure promotes functional separation within the organization.
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Job satisfaction can only be measured through cognitive components.
Job satisfaction can only be measured through cognitive components.
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Decentralization refers to delegating daily operations and decision-making power from middle management to top management.
Decentralization refers to delegating daily operations and decision-making power from middle management to top management.
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A mechanistic design works best in a rapidly changing and uncertain environment.
A mechanistic design works best in a rapidly changing and uncertain environment.
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Organizational flexibility allows employees to choose their working hours and location, which can enhance work-life balance.
Organizational flexibility allows employees to choose their working hours and location, which can enhance work-life balance.
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The quality of work life can include aspects like job satisfaction and stress at work.
The quality of work life can include aspects like job satisfaction and stress at work.
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In a bureaucratic organization, promotion is largely based on an individual's ability to connect with their colleagues.
In a bureaucratic organization, promotion is largely based on an individual's ability to connect with their colleagues.
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Job design refers to the organization of a set of tasks or an entire job.
Job design refers to the organization of a set of tasks or an entire job.
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Network organization structures do not allow for partnerships between specialists from different departments.
Network organization structures do not allow for partnerships between specialists from different departments.
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Empowering employees involves giving them autonomy and responsibility in their decision-making.
Empowering employees involves giving them autonomy and responsibility in their decision-making.
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Study Notes
Organizational Structures
- Organizational structure outlines how activities achieve strategic goals.
- It defines roles, reporting lines, and decision-making processes.
- An organization chart visually represents the structure.
Types of Organizational Structures
Functional Structure
- Organized by departments based on expertise (e.g., marketing, finance).
- Vertical hierarchy with a president at the top.
Divisional Structure
- Organized by product or market.
- Each division has its own functional teams.
- President at the top; multiple products/divisions.
Hybrid Structure
- Combines functional and divisional structures.
- Teams report to multiple managers across different functions and products.
Matrix Structure
- Teams report to multiple leaders.
- Horizontal structure fosters communication and innovation.
- President/CEO at the top.
- Utilizes existing expertise; avoids external recruitment for projects.
Team Structure
- Composed of teams working toward common goals.
- Flexible and less hierarchical.
- Improves problem-solving, decision-making, and teamwork.
Network Structure
- Specialists from diverse departments collaborate on projects.
- Flexible for adapting production and designs.
Boundaryless Structure
- Minimizes hierarchy and functional separation.
- Encourages open information flow and innovation.
Chain of Command
- A vertical line of authority, enabling orders to be passed down through the hierarchy.
- Shorter chains of command are increasingly popular.
- Improves efficiency in disciplined organizations (military).
Decentralization
- Delegation of daily operations and decision-making to lower levels.
- Example: franchise models (restaurants).
- Benefits include increased expertise, quicker decisions, and motivation for lower-level managers.
More Organic Structures
- Flexible workplaces with horizontal communication.
- Increased employee empowerment and autonomy.
- Sharing responsibilities in groups and teams.
Organizational Design
Bureaucracy
- Organized based on formal authority, rules, and procedures.
- Promotion based on competency (ability to follow rules).
- Best in stable environments; not ideal in rapidly changing environments.
Mechanistic Design
- Predictable goals and centralized authority.
- Formal rules, narrow spans of control, and specialized tasks.
Organic Design
- Adaptable goals and decentralized authority.
- Few rules, wide spans of control, shared tasks, and informal coordination.
Meaning of Work
- Individual factors influence motivation (e.g., money, social pressures, learning).
Psychological Contract
- Expectations of reciprocal exchanges between employees and employers.
Quality of Work Life
- Measured by job/career satisfaction, well-being, work-life balance, stress, and control.
Job Satisfaction
- Cognitive, affective, and behavioral components measuring contentment with the job itself.
Flexibility
- Allows employees to choose work hours and location (part-time, telecommute).
- Enhances work-life balance, reduces stress, and boosts job satisfaction.
Job Design
- Organizes tasks and roles to increase productivity and motivation.
- Important factors include task nature, number of tasks, and manner of completion.
Job Rotation, Enrichment, Enlargement, and Simplification
- Rotation: Movement across different departments (more learning).
- Enrichment: Adds more tasks and responsibilities (improves motivation).
- Enlargement: Increases the number of tasks (reduces monotony).
- Simplification: Reduces the number of tasks (focuses on specific tasks).
Alternative Work Schedules
- Flexible hours, compressed work weeks, job sharing, telecommuting, part-time work.
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Test your knowledge on different types of organizational structures and their characteristics. This quiz covers functional, divisional, hybrid, matrix, and team structures. Understand how these frameworks impact strategic goals and decision-making processes.
