ACTIVITY FOR MAGEMENT THEORIES

This is a theory that treats companies like a living organism, with all parts necessary for the company to survive.

• Systems Theory

• Contingency Theory

• Quantitative Theory

• Decision Theory

This is a theory that acknowledges that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to management.

• Systems Theory

• Contingency Theory

• Quantitative Theory

• Decision Theory

According to contingency theory, organizational structures and processes should:

• Remain static to maintain stability

• Be tailored to fit the specific circumstances and environment

• Focus solely on human relations

• Prioritize efficiency over effectiveness

Transformational leadership is characterized by:

• A focus on maintaining the status quo

• Transactional exchanges between leaders and followers

• Micromanagement and close supervision

• Inspiring and motivating followers to achieve higher levels of performance

Emotional intelligence is crucial for effective leadership because it:

• Focuses solely on rational decision-making

• Prioritizes technical skills over interpersonal relationships

• Helps leaders understand and manage their own emotions and those of others

• Encourages authoritarian leadership styles

Learning organizations are characterized by:

• Resistance to change and innovation

• A culture of continuous learning, innovation, and knowledge sharing

• A focus on individual rather than collective goals

• Hierarchical decision-making processes

Diversity and inclusion initiatives in organizations aim to:

• Maintain homogeneity and uniformity among employees

• Promote fairness, equity, and representation of diverse perspectives

• Exclude individuals from different backgrounds and identities

• Minimize collaboration and teamwork

The use of technology and data analytics in management helps organizations:

• Maintain traditional decision-making processes

• Ignore market trends and customer preferences

• Make informed decisions based on data-driven insights

• Decrease efficiency and productivity

This is a theory of management that studies of how decisions are made amid uncertainty in the workplace.

• Decision Theory

• Systems Theory

• Contingency Theory

• Quantitative Theory

Which theory emphasizes the interconnectedness of various organizational components and the importance of understanding the system as a whole?

• Classical Management Theory

• Systems Theory

• Scientific Management Theory

• Quantitative Theory