engineering management

obtaining a suitable managerial job, and finding a supportive climate once on

the job.

a management researcher, developed a psychometric instrument to measure objectively an individual’s motivation to manage.

desire to work and finish specific tasks assigned by superiors.

refers to the capacity of an engineer manager to achieve organizational objectives

effectively and efficiently.

According to ________ , there are three (3) general preconditions for achieving lasting success in

management.

oversee the work of operating employees, and

they put into action the plans developed at higher levels. They supervise and coordinate the

activities of operating employees.

have similar responsibilities, but usually for just small groups of

employees in a variety of job functions (one division or unit). They develop plans for

implementing the broad goals set by top managers, and they coordinate the work of first-line

managers.

are the upper-level managers who have the most power and who take overall

responsibility for the organization. They establish the structure for the organization as a

whole and they select the people who fill the upper-level positions.

consists of planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Specific

activities in management will be discussed more thoroughly in the succeeding topics.

Where the engineer is assigned to manage groups of people performing

specific tasks.