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Hawthorne
Maslow's Hierachy
Theory X and Y
Agrysis
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Which researcher determined that the social setting of a workplace affected productivity?
Elton Mayo
100
List the five levels?
• Physiological needs • Safety Needs • Social Needs • Esteem Needs • Self-actualization Needs
100
What is the difference between theory X and Y?
Theory X assumes that an employee does not like to work, while Theory Y assumes that an employee enjoys working.
100
what area of work is Argysis commonly known for?
He is commonly known for seminal work in the area of "Learning Organizations".
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Which two parts of a social setting are especially important for increased productivity?
Group atmosphere and participative supervision
200
How is productivity achieved?
Employees have to satisfy all 5 levels in order to achieve productivity
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Who is the man who came up with the X and Y theories?
Douglas McGregor
200
When does psychological success occur?
psychological success only occurs when people define their own goals
300
What is the human relations movement?
The human relations movement suggests that managers who use good human relations will achieve productivity.
300
What does the theory describe?
The theory describes the needs that human’s desire to accomplish
300
Name a Theory Y pro
•will be a very recommendable employer •won't have the need of having managers keeping a close eye •have fun while earning • employers will keep them; won't let them go if laying-off •trusted well
300
What is Argyris Theory about?
Contrasts the management practices found in traditional hierarchal organizations with the needs and capabilities of mature adults
400
What could individuals sacrifice if it means avoiding the displeasure of the group?
Could sacrifice pay that could be otherwise earned by increasing output
400
How is a need a significant concept for managers?
Need is a significant concept for managers because it creates tensions that can influence a person’s work attitude and behaviour.
400
The X and Y theory is a combination of which other two theories?
Hawthorne and Maslow theories
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Why are the tradiditional practices inconsistent with mature adult personalities?
In a workplace the higher level managers direct and manage and control the lower level Argyris's worries that this will create dependent, passive workers who feel they have little control over their work environments
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What was the initial goal of the Hawthorne studies?
To determine how economic incentives and the physical conditions of the work place affected worker output
500
What is the connection between the theory and productivity?
The theory implies that managers who help employees satisfy their needs will achieve productivity in work.
500
Define Self-fulfilling Prophecy
A self-fulfilling occurs when a person acts in ways that confirm another's expectations
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What is a solution to the inconsistency with mature adult personalities?
 Managers need to treat their workers positively like responsible adults then they will achieve highest productivity  Argyris’s advice is to expand job responsibilities so that there is variety of tasks everyone can take on