Definitions
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True or False
Henri Fayol
Duties of management
100

Authority:

 The ability to command others, however, must also be responsible.

100

The ..... umbrella states that every person at work, acts in a rational manner.

The CLASSICAL umbrella states that every person at work, acts in a rational manner.

100

Scalar rope is one the 14 principles

FALSE

100

What is his general theory called?

FAYOLISM

100

Foresight: to complete a plan of action for the ...

Future

200

Division of work:

Specialization allows the individual to build up experience, and  improve their skills. So they can be more productive.

200

Every Classical approach has a prominent figure. In the administrative principle it’s .....

Every Classical approach has a prominent figure. In the administrative principle it’s Henri Fayol

200

All classical approaches have a common assumption that people at work act in a empirical manner that is primarily driven by economic concerns.

FALSE.

people at work act in a rational manner

200

Who was Henri Fayol?

  • French mining engineer, economist and entrepreneur

200

Command: to lead, select, and evaluate workers to ........

get the best work toward the plan

300

Unity of Direction:

Workers with the same kind of activities must have the same objectives in a single plan. This is essential to ensure unity and coordination in the enterprise.

300

Classical management theory is based on the belief that workers only have physical and .... needs.

Classical management theory is based on the belief that workers only have physical and ECONOMIC needs.

300

The theory generally calls for a formalized scientific structure, a clear division of labor, and delegation of power and authority to administrators relevant to their areas of responsibilities.

FALSE

The theory calls for a formalized administrative structure

300

He developed his theory independently off of what management?

Scientific Management 

300

What is coordination?

Coordination: to fit diverse efforts together and ensure information is shared and problems solved