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What is the simplest and oldest type of organization?
What is the simplest and oldest type of organization?
What flows from top management to bottom in a Line Organization?
What flows from top management to bottom in a Line Organization?
Decision making authority
In a Line Organization, departmental heads communicate orders among themselves.
In a Line Organization, departmental heads communicate orders among themselves.
False
Which type of organization is also referred to as Military Organization?
Which type of organization is also referred to as Military Organization?
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The line of authority in a Line Organization flows from ______ to ______.
The line of authority in a Line Organization flows from ______ to ______.
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What is one characteristic of a Line Organization regarding departmental heads?
What is one characteristic of a Line Organization regarding departmental heads?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of organization mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a type of organization mentioned?
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Study Notes
Types of Organizations: Introduction
- The chapter focuses on various organizational structures and their applicability.
- The purpose is to understand which structure suits different types of businesses.
- Organizations are designed based on principles of division of labor and management span.
- The success of an organization depends on competent officers and a clear line of authority.
- The nature, scale, and size of a business influence organizational structure.
- There are seven main types of organizations:
- Line Organization
- Functional Organization
- Line and Staff Organization
- Committee Organization
- Project Organization
- Matrix Organization
- Free Form Organization
Line Organization
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Structure: Simplest and oldest type of organization.
- Departments are self-contained.
- Each department is overseen by a person with full control.
- There is a clear flow of authority from the top (General Manager) to the bottom.
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Characteristics:
- Direct vertical relationships: Communication and command flow vertically.
- Flow of authority from top to bottom: Higher levels have more decision-making power.
- Full control: Department heads have complete control over their departments.
- Clear chain of command: Each employee knows who to report to and who they report to.
- Easy operation: Simple structure makes it easy to understand and operate.
- Direct command: Senior members have direct control over their subordinates.
- Direct relationship between superiors and subordinates: Clear communication lines.
Line Organization: Importance of Line and Staff
- The line and staff help improve the effectiveness of the line organization.
- They provide specialized expertise to support the line organization.
- The staff aids the line managers in decision-making, planning, and execution.
- This results in a greater efficiency in the line organization by providing additional support and professional guidance.
- Note: This section describes the Line organization and its characteristics, and also briefly mentions how the staff function can enhance it.
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This quiz explores different types of organizational structures and their relevance to various business models. Understand how factors like size, scale, and authority influence the efficacy of an organization. Test your knowledge on the seven main types of organizations, including Line and Functional structures.
