Classical Approach to Management Quiz

Multiskilled Employees

• Can adapt to rapidly changing technological environments
• Provide better customer service
• Participate effectively in work teams
• Are more likely to gain promotion and demonstrate greater commitment to the business

Classical Approach to Management

• Focuses on improving productivity through efficient management and organization of workers
• Includes classical-scientific approach, which studies jobs in detail to discover the best way to perform them
• Involves time and motion studies, examining each step in a production procedure and the time taken to perform them
• Incorporates classical-bureaucratic approach, with a hierarchical structure, job specialization, and clear lines of communication and responsibility
• Management involves planning, organizing, and controlling

Planning in Management

• Involves preparation of a predetermined course of action for the business
• Strategic planning is for 3-5 years, assisting in determining the business's market position and goals
• Tactical planning is flexible, adaptable, and usually spans 1-2 years, implementing the strategic plan

Contingency Theory

• Stresses the need for managers to be adaptable and flexible in their approach to solve problems
• Involves borrowing and blending from various management approaches and practices
• Managers must sample all past and present ideas and apply the '10 commandments for the modern manager'

10 Commandments for the Modern Manager

• Share vision with stakeholders
• Manage relationships and coalitions, not employees
• Manage own emotions and help others maintain emotional balance
• Thrive on diversity, not conformity
• Lead instead of managing, by inspiring trust and motivation
• Cultivate adaptability to changing circumstances
• Learn to access and use appropriate information
• Be aware of technological developments to improve effectiveness and efficiency
• Recognize and use employee experiences and expertise
• Encourage ethical behavior to promote pride and commitment

Autocratic Leadership Style

• Manager makes all decisions, dictates work methods, and frequently checks employee performance
• Advantages include clear direction and procedures, centralized control, stability, and defined employee roles and expectations

Behavioural Approach to Management

• Recognizes the importance of worker participation in the production process for productivity gains
• Focuses on meeting people's social needs to increase job satisfaction and output
• Includes providing flexible working conditions and facilities for employees

Leading in Management

• Involves influencing or motivating people to work towards the business's objectives
• Requires empathy and good listening skills

Test your knowledge on the classical approach to management, focusing on how to manage and organize workers to improve productivity. Learn about the classical-scientific approach known as scientific management.