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Who is known as the 'Father of Scientific Management'?
Who is known as the 'Father of Scientific Management'?
Taylor's management theory emphasizes the use of trial and error methods for decision making.
Taylor's management theory emphasizes the use of trial and error methods for decision making.
False (B)
What is one key principle of scientific management proposed by Taylor?
What is one key principle of scientific management proposed by Taylor?
Science, Not Rule of Thumb
Taylor defined scientific management as knowing what management wants men to do exactly, and seeing it that they do it in the best and the _________ manner.
Taylor defined scientific management as knowing what management wants men to do exactly, and seeing it that they do it in the best and the _________ manner.
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Which of the following is NOT a principle of scientific management?
Which of the following is NOT a principle of scientific management?
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According to Taylor, harmony between employees and management is essential for success.
According to Taylor, harmony between employees and management is essential for success.
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What did Taylor believe should replace the 'Rule of Thumb' method?
What did Taylor believe should replace the 'Rule of Thumb' method?
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Match the principles of scientific management with their descriptions:
Match the principles of scientific management with their descriptions:
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What are principles defined as?
What are principles defined as?
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Management principles are rigid and must be applied exactly as stated.
Management principles are rigid and must be applied exactly as stated.
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What is the aim of management principles in relation to employee behavior?
What is the aim of management principles in relation to employee behavior?
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Management principles have ________ application, meaning they can be utilized in all types of organizations.
Management principles have ________ application, meaning they can be utilized in all types of organizations.
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What is the primary focus of the 'Mental Revolution' principle introduced by Taylor?
What is the primary focus of the 'Mental Revolution' principle introduced by Taylor?
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Match the following characteristics of management principles with their descriptions:
Match the following characteristics of management principles with their descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of management principles?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of management principles?
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According to the principles of cooperation, employees should act independently from management.
According to the principles of cooperation, employees should act independently from management.
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What should be the basis for the division of responsibility in an organization?
What should be the basis for the division of responsibility in an organization?
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The term 'fair' in fair remuneration has a fixed meaning across all organizations.
The term 'fair' in fair remuneration has a fixed meaning across all organizations.
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How are management principles formed?
How are management principles formed?
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Providing training and development programs to employees is essential for greater ______ and maximum prosperity.
Providing training and development programs to employees is essential for greater ______ and maximum prosperity.
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Match the following principles with their descriptions:
Match the following principles with their descriptions:
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Which principle emphasizes the importance of considering employee suggestions in decision making?
Which principle emphasizes the importance of considering employee suggestions in decision making?
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Effective management solely depends on the performance of top-level management, not on employees.
Effective management solely depends on the performance of top-level management, not on employees.
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What is the first step management should take before assigning work to employees?
What is the first step management should take before assigning work to employees?
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What is one of the long-term effects of proper employee selection?
What is one of the long-term effects of proper employee selection?
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Who is known as the 'Father of Modern Management'?
Who is known as the 'Father of Modern Management'?
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Henry Fayol proposed 10 principles of management.
Henry Fayol proposed 10 principles of management.
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Job satisfaction is influenced solely by financial incentives.
Job satisfaction is influenced solely by financial incentives.
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What is the primary role of directing in management?
What is the primary role of directing in management?
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What is the main focus of the Principle of Division of Work?
What is the main focus of the Principle of Division of Work?
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Through proper ___________, the performance level of employees can be improved.
Through proper ___________, the performance level of employees can be improved.
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The Principle of _____ suggests that individual interests should be subordinate to organizational interests.
The Principle of _____ suggests that individual interests should be subordinate to organizational interests.
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Match the following aspects of staffing with their descriptions:
Match the following aspects of staffing with their descriptions:
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Which principle focuses on the fair treatment of employees?
Which principle focuses on the fair treatment of employees?
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What does the contribution of staff in their future roles ensure?
What does the contribution of staff in their future roles ensure?
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The Principle of Remuneration pertains to the division of work among employees.
The Principle of Remuneration pertains to the division of work among employees.
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Directing is a function that is completed at one time and does not require ongoing effort.
Directing is a function that is completed at one time and does not require ongoing effort.
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Why is maintaining harmony in staffing important?
Why is maintaining harmony in staffing important?
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What is the purpose of the Principle of Initiative?
What is the purpose of the Principle of Initiative?
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What is the primary focus of players in a team game?
What is the primary focus of players in a team game?
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Decentralization occurs when authority is concentrated in one or few hands.
Decentralization occurs when authority is concentrated in one or few hands.
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What principle emphasizes the importance of fair remuneration for employees?
What principle emphasizes the importance of fair remuneration for employees?
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The principle of _______ ensures that communication flows through a hierarchy from top to bottom.
The principle of _______ ensures that communication flows through a hierarchy from top to bottom.
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Which principle suggests 'A place for everything and everything in its place'?
Which principle suggests 'A place for everything and everything in its place'?
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The Principle of Scalar Chain discourages direct communication to avoid delays.
The Principle of Scalar Chain discourages direct communication to avoid delays.
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What must be considered when fixing remuneration according to the Principle of Remuneration?
What must be considered when fixing remuneration according to the Principle of Remuneration?
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Flashcards
Principle
Principle
A fundamental truth that forms the foundation for belief or reasoning.
Management Principles
Management Principles
Guidelines developed to influence employee behavior and improve efficiency.
Universal Application
Universal Application
Management principles can be applied to all organizations regardless of type or size.
General Guidelines
General Guidelines
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Developed by Practice
Developed by Practice
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Flexibility in Management
Flexibility in Management
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Division of Work
Division of Work
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Improving Efficiency
Improving Efficiency
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Henry Fayol
Henry Fayol
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Administrative Theory
Administrative Theory
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14 Principles of Management
14 Principles of Management
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Principle of Division of Work
Principle of Division of Work
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Principle of Authority and Responsibility
Principle of Authority and Responsibility
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Principle of Unity of Command
Principle of Unity of Command
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Principle of Esprit de corps
Principle of Esprit de corps
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Father of Modern Management
Father of Modern Management
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Employee Loyalty
Employee Loyalty
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Centralization
Centralization
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Decentralization
Decentralization
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Remuneration Principle
Remuneration Principle
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Scalar Chain
Scalar Chain
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Gang Plank
Gang Plank
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Principle of Order
Principle of Order
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Balance of Centralization and Decentralization
Balance of Centralization and Decentralization
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Maximum Prosperity
Maximum Prosperity
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Mental Revolution
Mental Revolution
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Cooperation Principle
Cooperation Principle
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Division of Responsibility
Division of Responsibility
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Employee Development
Employee Development
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Work Study
Work Study
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Management Cooperation
Management Cooperation
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Healthy Working Environment
Healthy Working Environment
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Long Term Effect
Long Term Effect
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Essential Contribution
Essential Contribution
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Job Satisfaction
Job Satisfaction
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Maintains Harmony
Maintains Harmony
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Right Person at the Right Job
Right Person at the Right Job
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Directing
Directing
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Continuous Function
Continuous Function
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Life Spark of an Enterprise
Life Spark of an Enterprise
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Father of Scientific Management
Father of Scientific Management
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Scientific Management
Scientific Management
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Rule of Thumb
Rule of Thumb
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Harmony in the Workplace
Harmony in the Workplace
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Time and Standard Output
Time and Standard Output
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Scientific Analysis of Work
Scientific Analysis of Work
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Application of Scientific Techniques
Application of Scientific Techniques
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Creating a Healthy Work Environment
Creating a Healthy Work Environment
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Study Notes
Organisation of Commerce and Management Standard XII
- Textbook for Standard XII Commerce stream
- Covers various functions of management
- Includes planning, organizing, staffing, directing, coordinating and controlling.
- Includes Entrepreneurship development, Business services, Emerging modes, of Business, Social Responsibilities of Business, Consumer Protection, and Marketing
- Contains Fundamental Duties of Indian Citizens
- 2020 textbook edition
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Test your knowledge on the principles of Scientific Management as proposed by Frederick Winslow Taylor. This quiz covers various aspects such as key concepts, definitions, and the relationship between management and employees. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand the foundations of modern management theory.