Organizational Environmental Theory and Management Functions

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What is Organizational Environmental Theory?

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It is the set of uncontrollable forces and conditions that may affect a manager’s ability to allocate resources of the company.

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What are the two types of systems in the Systems Management Approach?

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Closed systems (limit interaction with the external environment) and Open systems (interrelate with the outside environment).

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What does the Contingency Approach suggest?

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There is no best way to manage; the effectiveness of a style depends on various internal and external constraints.

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What are the five basic functions of a manager according to Peter Drucker?

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1. Set objectives and plan 2. Organize the group 3. Motivate and communicate 4. Measure performance 5. Develop people.

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What is the role of first-line managers?

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They cater to day-to-day operations, encourage and monitor subordinates, and teach new hires.

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What is the responsibility of middle managers?

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They look for the best way to organize resources to accomplish organizational objectives.

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What do top managers do?

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They are responsible for the overall direction of the organization and create a positive organizational culture.

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What are the basic managerial roles identified by Mintzberg?

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1. Interpersonal role 2. Informational role 3. Decisional role.

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What is the interpersonal role of a manager?

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It involves human interaction both inside and outside the organization.

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What activities are involved in the leader role of a manager?

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Motivating and encouraging workers to achieve objectives and setting an example of hard work.