Organizational Structure Concepts

The video tutorial discusses various organizational structures, including line, line and staff, functional, project, matrix, and committee organizations. It explains the flow of authority and responsibility in each structure, their suitability for different types of organizations, and the role of specialists. The tutorial also highlights the differences between these structures and their applications in modern organizations.

What is the primary purpose of an organizational structure?

• To reduce the workload of managers

• To increase the number of employees

• To systematically arrange people to achieve goals

• To create a hierarchy of job titles

Which of the following is NOT a type of line organization?

• Hierarchical organization

• Matrix organization

• Departmental line organization

• Pure line organization

In a pure line organization, how does authority flow?

• Vertically from top to bottom

• Vertically from bottom to top

• Diagonally across departments

• Horizontally from left to right

Which type of organization structure is suitable for small-scale businesses?

• Matrix organization

• Project organization

• Functional organization

• Line organization

What is a key characteristic of line and staff organization?

• There are no staff specialists

• Staff specialists provide optional advice

• Line managers must use staff advice

• Staff specialists provide mandatory advice

Why is line and staff organization not suitable for small organizations?

• It requires a large number of employees

• It involves higher costs due to staff specialists

• It is too complex to manage

• It lacks a clear chain of command

Who developed the concept of functional organizational structure?

• Frederick Taylor

• Elton Mayo

• Henry Fayol

• Max Weber

What is a project organization primarily designed for?

• Long-term operations

• Temporary projects

• Routine tasks

• Permanent roles

Which type of organization combines both project and functional structures?

• Committee organization

• Line organization

• Staff organization

• Matrix organization

What is the main role of a committee in an organization?

• To oversee financial transactions

• To provide specialized advice

• To manage daily operations

• To handle customer relations