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What is management?
The process of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling resources to achieve specific goals.
What is the primary objective of management?
Management involves getting things done through ___ in formally organized groups.
people
Administration and management are interchangeable terms.
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What are the three levels of management?
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Who is typically included in top-level management?
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What does effectiveness in management focus on?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Management
- Management involves planning, organizing, leading, and controlling resources to achieve specific goals.
- Origin of the term "management" comes from the Latin words "manus" (hand) and "agere" (to act).
- Key objectives include efficiency (maximizing output with minimal input), effectiveness (achieving organizational goals), coordination (aligning resources and efforts), and individual/organizational development (fostering employee growth).
Definition of Management
- Defined as “the art of getting things done through and with people in formally organized groups.”
- Harold Koontz's view emphasizes creating an environment for individual performance that aligns with group goals.
- Modern definition highlights creating and maintaining an internal environment for efficient group performance toward shared objectives.
Efficiency and Effectiveness
- Efficiency: "Doing Things Right" - focuses on optimal use of resources for maximum output.
- Effectiveness: "Doing the Right Thing" - concerns achieving organizational goals and ensuring timely task completion.
Differences between Administration and Management
- Administration is concerned with policy formulation and overall organizational direction.
- Responsibilities of administration include mission determination, long-term goal setting, and strategic frameworks.
- Management focuses on policy implementation and daily operations, ensuring effective resource allocation and employee motivation.
- Administration is more strategic and long-term, while management deals with the operational and immediate aspects of the organization.
Levels of Management
- Organizations are structured into top-level, middle-level, and lower-level management.
- Top-level management (e.g., CEO, CFO) sets strategic goals and makes long-term directional decisions, accountable to shareholders.
- Middle-level management (e.g., department heads, division managers) bridges top-level and lower-level management, implementing strategies and overseeing departmental functions.
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Description
This quiz covers the basics of management principles and practices, focusing on the introduction to management. It explores essential functions such as planning, organizing, leading, and controlling within organizations, providing a foundational understanding of management concepts.
