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?

Implementing tested and scientific methods Signup and view all the answers

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

Systematic and scientific approaches Signup and view all the answers

How does scientific management aim to reduce costs?

By using scientific production techniques Signup and view all the answers

Why should dual subordination be avoided in an organization?

It leads to overlapping orders and instructions. Signup and view all the answers

What does the principle of Unity of Direction emphasize?

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

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

Organizational objectives take priority over individual interests. Signup and view all the answers

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

To align employee efforts with company goals. Signup and view all the answers

What does centralization mean in the context of organizational authority?

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

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

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

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

Decisions are free from bias Signup and view all the answers

How are management principles described in terms of flexibility?

Easily modified to meet changing requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is the social relevance of understanding management principles?

Managers gain a realistic view of organizational situations Signup and view all the answers

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

Father of Modern general management Signup and view all the answers

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

1916 Signup and view all the answers

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

Foundational Signup and view all the answers

According to Fayol, what are the functions of management?

Plan, Organize, Command, Coordinate, Control Signup and view all the answers

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

Division of Work Signup and view all the answers

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

Unity of Command Signup and view all the answers

What does the principle of Authority and Responsibility state?

Authority and responsibility are coexisting Signup and view all the answers

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

Physical, Moral, and Educational qualities Signup and view all the answers

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

Ensuring obedience to organizational rules and respect for authority Signup and view all the answers

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

Complete harmony between management and workers Signup and view all the answers

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

It builds on the idea of complete cooperation instead of individualism 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'?

Achieving maximum output by selecting the right personnel for the right jobs Signup and view all the answers

According to scientific management, why should cooperation replace competition?

To improve overall productivity Signup and view all the answers

What does Taylor refer to as 'Mental Revolution'?

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

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

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