Scientific Management Principles and Effective Executive Habits Quiz

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What are the four principles of Scientific Management?

Division of labor and specialization. 2. Unity of command and centralization of decision making. 3. One-way authority. 4. Narrow span of control.

What are the five habits that effective executives, like Engineers, should have in mind?

Knowing where their time goes and managing it systematically. 2. Focusing on outward contribution and results. 3. Building strengths instead of weaknesses. 4. Concentrating on major areas for superior performance and setting priorities. 5. Making effective decisions through the right steps in the right sequence.

What are the four aspects of Humanistic Management?

Clear policies. 2. Appropriate choice of business field. 3. Prevention of factions within the company. 4. Open management policy.

What is the importance of setting priorities according to the effective executive habits?

Setting priorities helps in focusing on major areas where superior performance can lead to outstanding results. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the significance of making fundamental decisions according to the effective executive habits.

Making fundamental decisions is crucial as it ensures that the right steps are taken in the right sequence, leading to effective outcomes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of open management policy in Humanistic Management?

Open management policy fosters transparency and inclusivity within the organization, promoting a positive work environment. Signup and view all the answers

What are the qualities of an effective manager according to the text?

<ol> <li>Studies, analyzes, and dissects his job. 2. Knows how to delegate administrative details. 3. Trains and develops his team members. 4. Controls and plans his time. 5. Institutes control for effective performance.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What are the major elements of organizational structures?

Structural Elements of an Organization: Men, Materials, Machine, Methods, Money Signup and view all the answers

What are the key aspects of Executive Functions highlighted in the text?

<ol> <li>Planning objectives, budget, programs, policies, and procedures. 2. Organizing. 3. Directing leadership and coordination. 4. Controlling.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 3 questions that an effective communication system should address?

<ol> <li>What are we going to do? 2. How well are we doing? 3. How can we do better?</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What personal characteristics should a manager possess according to the text?

Good personal appearance, pleasant mannerisms, friendliness, cheerfulness, good health, adaptability, understanding, patience, and self-control. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Principle of Departmentalization in good organization principles?

Principle of Departmentalization Signup and view all the answers

Define Delegation of Authority.

Authority is the power of an administrator to delegate functions to the next ranking executive, who then transmits it to employees responsible for actual operations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a manager in an organization?

The Manager: Bridge between the top management and rest of agency Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of limited span of control in organizational structure?

Limited Span of Control Signup and view all the answers

How is responsibility defined by one famous professor on administration?

"Hell" without authority. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'buck passing' in the context of responsibility?

Seeking authority but evading responsibility. Signup and view all the answers

What are the principles of good organization related to management functions?

Principles of Good Organization: Objective, Analysis, Simplicity, Functionalism, Departmentalization, Authority Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Scientific Management principles include division of labor, unity of command, one-way authority, and narrow span of control.
Effective executives, particularly engineers, focus on time management, outward contribution, building strengths, setting priorities, and making effective decisions.
Humanistic Management emphasizes clear policies, appropriate business choices, avoiding factions, and open management practices.
Qualities of an effective manager include job analysis, delegation, sharing incentives, training employees, time management, and instituting performance controls.
Executive leadership involves planning, organizing, directing, controlling, personal appearance, adaptability, fairness in decision-making, and being a leader rather than a boss.
Delegation of authority involves the transfer of power to delegate tasks down the chain of command, ultimately leading to employees responsible for actual operations.
Responsibility is defined as challenging without authority, with some individuals seeking authority but evading responsibility, known as buck passing.
Organizational structures consist of men, materials, machines, methods, and money, with vertical and horizontal authority distribution and specific functions within the organization.
Principles of good organization focus on objectives, analysis, simplicity, functionalism, departmentalization, authority, and limited span of control.
Management is described as a process and a function that requires a scientific, systematic, and humanistic approach with effective communication systems in place.

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Test your knowledge on scientific management principles such as division of labor, unity of command, and one-way authority, along with effective executive habits like time management and focusing on results. This quiz covers key concepts related to authority, responsibility, and effective leadership practices.