The Evolution of Management Practices

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Which of the following is true about the origins of management practice?

  • The Industrial Revolution led to a less structured approach to work.
  • Formalized management practices have been found dating back to 5000 BC. (correct)
  • The Egyptians were the first to use planning and organizing in management.
  • Management as a formal area of study is relatively new.

Which of the following is NOT one of the learning objectives of this chapter?

  • Describe the origins of management practice and its early concepts and influences.
  • Summarize the five classical approaches to management.
  • Identify modern contributors who have shaped management thought and practice.
  • Discuss the four contemporary approaches to management. (correct)

During which time period did the Industrial Revolution occur?

  • 5000 BC
  • 3000 BC
  • 4000 BC
  • 2000 BC (correct)

What did the Egyptians use in their early management practices?

<p>Planning and organizing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many classical approaches to management are summarized in this chapter?

<p>Five (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which management approach emphasized internal operations and efficiency to meet demand brought on by the Industrial Revolution?

<p>Systematic Management (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who introduced the concept of Scientific Management?

<p>Frederick Taylor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle of Scientific Management states that management should develop a precise, scientific approach for each element of one's work?

<p>Principle 1 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which classical management approach attempted to ensure coordination of effort to achieve established goals and plans?

<p>Systematic Management (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which management approach applied scientific methods to analyze and determine the 'one best way' to complete production tasks?

<p>Scientific Management (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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