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What is the primary purpose of bureaucracy according to Weber?
What is the primary purpose of bureaucracy according to Weber?
What gives managers the authority to direct and control their subordinates?
What gives managers the authority to direct and control their subordinates?
What is the significance of defining tasks and authority within an organization?
What is the significance of defining tasks and authority within an organization?
What must managers establish to clarify reporting relationships within an organization?
What must managers establish to clarify reporting relationships within an organization?
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Which of the following represents formal written instructions for achieving specific goals?
Which of the following represents formal written instructions for achieving specific goals?
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Which concept refers to specific sets of written instructions on how to perform tasks?
Which concept refers to specific sets of written instructions on how to perform tasks?
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What often influences hiring and promotional decisions in certain organizations?
What often influences hiring and promotional decisions in certain organizations?
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What are unwritten, informal codes of conduct known as in organizational behavior?
What are unwritten, informal codes of conduct known as in organizational behavior?
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What has primarily guided the evolution of management theory?
What has primarily guided the evolution of management theory?
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Which principle is essential for increasing organizational efficiency?
Which principle is essential for increasing organizational efficiency?
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How did managers in early factories typically respond to the social problems of large groups?
How did managers in early factories typically respond to the social problems of large groups?
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What should managers consider to effectively motivate their employees?
What should managers consider to effectively motivate their employees?
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What is necessary for creating the most efficient system of organization and management?
What is necessary for creating the most efficient system of organization and management?
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What was a significant change in management theory after the industrial revolution?
What was a significant change in management theory after the industrial revolution?
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What aspect of management theory focuses on matching people to tasks?
What aspect of management theory focuses on matching people to tasks?
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What concept is emphasized for increasing performance in organizations?
What concept is emphasized for increasing performance in organizations?
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What is the primary benefit of the division of labor according to Fayol's principles?
What is the primary benefit of the division of labor according to Fayol's principles?
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Which concept does Fayol's principle of authority and responsibility emphasize?
Which concept does Fayol's principle of authority and responsibility emphasize?
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What does the principle of unity of command advocate for in an organization?
What does the principle of unity of command advocate for in an organization?
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What is meant by the line of authority in Fayol's management principles?
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According to Fayol, what is essential regarding decentralization?
According to Fayol, what is essential regarding decentralization?
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Fayol's line of direction states that an organization should have what?
Fayol's line of direction states that an organization should have what?
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What does Fayol’s principle of equity emphasize for organizational members?
What does Fayol’s principle of equity emphasize for organizational members?
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How did Fayol propose to maximize organizational efficiency in terms of order?
How did Fayol propose to maximize organizational efficiency in terms of order?
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What does the principle of 'initiative' emphasize in a management context?
What does the principle of 'initiative' emphasize in a management context?
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Which principle suggests that managers need to create a respectful relationship among organizational members?
Which principle suggests that managers need to create a respectful relationship among organizational members?
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How does 'stability of tenure of personnel' contribute to an organization?
How does 'stability of tenure of personnel' contribute to an organization?
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According to the principle of 'subordination of individual to the common interest,' what should employees understand?
According to the principle of 'subordination of individual to the common interest,' what should employees understand?
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What role does 'esprit de corps' play in an organization?
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What key aspect did Mary Follett advocate for in terms of authority?
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What was a significant finding from the Hawthorne studies?
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What was a focus of Behavioral Management theory regarding employee motivation?
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What is the primary benefit of Management Information Systems (MIS) in organizational decision-making?
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Which statement best defines the open-system view in organizational theory?
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In contingency theory, organizational structures depend on what?
In contingency theory, organizational structures depend on what?
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Which characteristic defines a mechanistic structure?
Which characteristic defines a mechanistic structure?
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What is meant by synergy in an organizational context?
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What defines an organic structure in an organization?
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Why might a mechanistic structure be beneficial in a stable environment?
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Which of the following best describes the term 'organizational environment'?
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What does the Hawthorne effect suggest about workers' attitudes?
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What is the primary focus of the human relations movement?
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According to Theory X, how is the average worker perceived?
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What is the key assumption of Theory Y regarding workers?
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What is the primary objective of management science theory?
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Which technique is associated with quantitative management?
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What does Total Quality Management (TQM) primarily focus on?
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Which aspect of management does operations management primarily analyze?
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Study Notes
Principles of Management
- This is a course on the principles of management.
Chapter Two: Evolution of Management Thoughts
- The evolution of management theory is driven by the need to improve efficiency and effectiveness in using organizational resources.
- Modern management emerged in the late 19th century, following the industrial revolution in Europe and America.
- Early managers, often engineers, lacked experience managing people in large-scale factories. This presented new social challenges.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the role of increasing organizational efficiency in the evolution of management.
- Explain specialization and division of labor, and how person-task relations are vital for efficiency.
- Identify principles of administration and organization that underpin effective organizations.
- Analyze the evolution of managerial approaches to motivation and control.
Overview
- The drive behind management theory is better ways to use organizational resources efficiently to produce goods and services.
- The evolution started in the late 19th century, after the industrial revolution transformed Europe and America.
- Early industrial managers, who were mostly engineers, focused on technical orientations rather than social aspects, and were unprepared for the complex challenges of managing large groups of workers.
The Evolution of Management Theory
- Scientific Management Theory (1890-1920s): Focuses on identifying principles that lead to increased efficiency and organization. Matching people and tasks to maximize efficiency.
- Administrative Management Theory (early-mid 1900s): Building organizational structures and control systems that promote high efficiency and effectiveness.
- Behavioral Management Theory (1930s-1950s): Studying manager behavior to motivate and encourage high employee performance.
- Management Science Theory (1960s-present): Utilizing rigorous quantitative techniques to make maximum use of organizational resources.
- Organizational Environment Theory (1970s-present): Examining how external factors affect organizational operations and management.
- All these theories have gradually evolved over time.
Scientific Management Theory: Job Specialization and Division of Labor
- Adam Smith (18th century economist) observed that manufacturing pins was more efficient when workers specialized in individual steps.
- This "craft-style" versus "production-style" approach highlights the value of specialization and division of labor for efficiency.
- F.W. Taylor (scientific management): Systematically studied worker tasks to identify efficiencies. He believed reducing the time and effort of employees via specialized roles created more efficiency in the production process.
- Taylor's four principles of scientific management aim to improve efficiency.
- Study worker tasks: Understand existing processes.
- Standardize methods: Document and implement optimized procedures.
- Select competent workers: Train employees in new/improved methods.
- Establish fair compensation: Reward workers for exceeding efficiency standards.
Job Specialization
- Adam Smith's studies led to recognizing the high level of efficiency by increasing job specialization.
- The division of labor through specialization improves efficiency by allowing different individuals to specialize in executing specific tasks, rather than having one person perform several different tasks.
F. Taylor and Scientific Management
- Taylor's systematic study of tasks led to better work methods in manufacturing.
- Reducing worker time/effort via efficient task division and specialization will create more efficient production processes.
Four Principles to Increase Efficiency
- Principle 1 : Study workers' tasks, gather knowledge and experiment with improvements.
- Principle 2 : Formalize improved methods into rules and processes.
- Principle 3 : Carefully select and train workers to follow those rules and processes.
- Principle 4 : Establish fair performance standards and a compensation plan that rewards exceeding those standards.
Administrative Management Theory
- Focuses on creating effective organizational structures and systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Organizational structure is the system of task and authority relationships that directs how employees leverage resources to achieve organizational goals.
- Key theorists include Max Weber and Henri Fayol.
The Theory of Bureaucracy (Max Weber)
- Developed during Germany's industrial revolution.
- Weber outlined principles of bureaucracy to create effective organizations.
- Key principles: formal authority, performance-based positions, hierarchical authority, and established rules/procedures.
Weber's Principles of Bureaucracy
- Principle 1: Formal authority derives from one's hierarchical position.
- Principle 2: Positions are filled based on individual performance.
- Principle 3: Authority and responsibilities are clearly defined by the organization.
- Principle 4: Authority is most effectively exercised in a hierarchical structure.
- Principle 5: Rules and procedures guide individual behavior and ensure consistency.
- Authority stems from position, not personal characteristics. Obedience is owed to the position, not a specific person.
Fayol's Principles of Management
- Fayol outlined 14 principles to enhance management process efficiency.
- Principle 1: Division of Labor
- Principle 2: Authority & Responsibility
- Principle 3: Unity of Command
- Principle 4: Line of Authority
- Principle 5: Decentralization
- Principle 6: Unity of Direction (single plan of action)
- Principle 7: Equity
- Principle 8: Order (arrangements for efficiency and career opportunities)
- Principle 9: Initiative
- Principle 10: Discipline
- Principle 11: Remuneration
- Principle 12: Stability of Tenure
- Principle 13: Subordination of individual interests to the common good
- Principle 14: Esprit de Corps (unity or organizational culture)
Behavioral Management Theory
- Focuses on how managers interact with employees to enhance motivation and performance.
- Key figures include Mary Parker Follett.
- The Hawthorne studies, exploring how work characteristics affect worker performance, highlighted the importance of a worker's attitude.
Hawthorne Studies
- Demonstrated the influence of social factors (interpersonal relationships, manager behavior) on worker productivity.
- Hawthorne effect: workers' attitudes toward their managers influenced performance.
Theory X and Theory Y (Douglas McGregor)
- Theory X: Assumes workers are inherently lazy and dislike work. Closely supervise and heavily control employees.
- Theory Y: Assumes workers are not inherently lazy; they will work in the organization’s best interest with proper motivation and encouragement. Employees are motivated when they understand how their performance contributes to organizational outcomes.
Management Science Theory
- Uses quantitative techniques (modeling, simulation, etc.) to optimize resource use, investment decisions, and production systems.
- Key areas include: quantitative management and operations management.
Organizational Environment Theory
- Recognizes that external factors (economic, political, social) can affect organizational operations.
The Open Systems View
- Organizations interact with their external environment, taking inputs (resources), transforming them, and releasing outputs (products or services).
- An important principle is that the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. Synergy results from cross-functional team work.
Contingency Theory
- Organizational structures and control systems are contingent on the external situation. There are many effective organizational structures, depending on the environment. No one approach is best in all situations.
- Mechanistic structures are ideal in stable environments, while organic structures function better in dynamic environments.
Types of Structures
- Mechanistic Structure: Centralized authority, strict discipline, clear roles/tasks. Ideal in a stable environment.
- Organic Structure: Decentralized authority, encourage diverse perspectives, adapts to changes. Ideal in a rapidly changing environment.
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Explore Chapter 2 of the Principles of Management course, focusing on the evolution of management thoughts. Learn about the historical context that shaped modern management practices, including the importance of efficiency, specialization, and organizational administration. This chapter delves into the foundational principles required for effective managing in various settings.
