Introduction to Management chapter 1

Management affects employee morale but not a company's financial performance

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In order to be considered a manager, an individual must coordinate the work of others.

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Supervisors and foremen may both be considered first-line managers

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Effectiveness refers to the relationship between inputs and outputs

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Effectiveness is concerned with the means of getting things done, while efficiency is concerned with the attainment of organizational goals.

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A goal of efficiency is to minimize resource costs.

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Efficiency is described as "doing things right."

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Managers who are effective at meeting organizational goals always act efficiently.

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The four contemporary functions of management are planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.

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Determining who reports to whom is part of the controlling function of management.

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