Principles of Organization Management
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What is the main focus of scientific management according to Taylor?

  • Increasing wastage by improper resource handling
  • Replacing rule of thumb with a scientific approach (correct)
  • Increasing production without any scientific methods
  • Reducing quality control and research

    • Which year was Frederick Winslow Taylor's book 'Principles and Methods of Scientific Management' published?

  • 1931
  • 1911 (correct)
  • 1901
  • 1921

    • What is one of the objectives of scientific management?

  • Increasing wastage
  • Reducing cost by unscientific methods
  • Reducing production using standardized tools
  • Increasing quality through quality control (correct)

    • What does 'science, not rule of thumb' mean in scientific management?

    <p>Implementing tested and scientific methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Taylor, what does scientific management involve in decision making?

    <p>Systematic and scientific approaches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does scientific management aim to reduce costs?

    <p>By using scientific production techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should dual subordination be avoided in an organization?

    <p>It leads to overlapping orders and instructions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the principle of Unity of Direction emphasize?

    <p>Having one head and one plan for group activities with the same objective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the concept of Subordination of Individual Interest to General Interest explained?

    <p>Organizational objectives take priority over individual interests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential for remuneration of employees to be fair and motivating?

    <p>To align employee efforts with company goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does centralization mean in the context of organizational authority?

    <p>Concentration of authority in few hands at the top level.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does decentralization differ from centralization in terms of authority distribution?

    <p>Decentralization involves distribution of authority across various levels of the organization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the benefits of using management principles for decision-making?

    <p>Decisions are free from bias</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are management principles described in terms of flexibility?

    <p>Easily modified to meet changing requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the social relevance of understanding management principles?

    <p>Managers gain a realistic view of organizational situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Henri Fayol known as in the field of management?

    <p>Father of Modern general management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did Henri Fayol publish his experiences in the book 'General and Industrial Management'?

    <p>1916</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used to describe the core role of principles of management in education and research?

    <p>Foundational</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Fayol, what are the functions of management?

    <p>Plan, Organize, Command, Coordinate, Control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principle related to dividing complex work into smaller tasks according to Fayol?

    <p>Division of Work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle emphasizes that each employee should receive orders from only one superior?

    <p>Unity of Command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the principle of Authority and Responsibility state?

    <p>Authority and responsibility are coexisting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which quality did Fayol consider essential for a manager according to the text?

    <p>Physical, Moral, and Educational qualities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the principle of Discipline focus on in an organization?

    <p>Ensuring obedience to organizational rules and respect for authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the principle 'Harmony, not discord' emphasize?

    <p>Complete harmony between management and workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is 'Co-operation, not individualism' related to 'Harmony, not discord'?

    <p>It builds on the idea of complete cooperation instead of individualism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of 'Development of each and every person to his or her greatest efficiency and prosperity'?

    <p>Achieving maximum output by selecting the right personnel for the right jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to scientific management, why should cooperation replace competition?

    <p>To improve overall productivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Taylor refer to as 'Mental Revolution'?

    <p>The change in attitudes of workers and management towards each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does scientific management aim to select workers for specific jobs?

    <p>'Right men are selected for right jobs' using a scientific selection process</p> Signup and view all the answers

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