Organization Theory

Deterministic assumptions about human nature emphasize that behavior in organizations is determined bu structural constraints.

• True

• False

Autonomy and self-direction exemplify the deterministic assumptions about human nature.

• True

• False

It views organizations as highly formalized rational collectivities pursuing specific goals.

• Rational Systems

• Natural Systems

• Open Systems

It argues that there is no one best formal way to maximize organizational efficiency.

• Rational Systems

• Natural Systems

• Open Systems

It views organizations as systems of interdependent activities embedded in and dependent on wider environments.

• Rational Systems

• Natural Systems

• Open Systems

It views organizations and their environments as separate and closed entities with clear boundaries.

• Rational Systems

• Natural Systems

• Open Systems

The main focus of theory and research from this perspective is the interactions and interdependencies between organizations and environments.

• Raional Systems

• Natural Systems

• Open Systems

Its basic tenets were rooted in the industrial revolution.

• Classical Organization Theory

• Modern Organizational Theory

• Contingency Theory

• Open Systems Theory

It explicates that production is maximized through specialization and division of labor.

• Contingency Theory of Organization

• Neo-Classical Theory of Organization

• Classical Theory of Organization

• Motivation Theory of Organization

It intorduced a proportionable increase of the productive powers of labor.

• Scientific Management

• Division of Labour

• Specialization of Labor

• Bureaucracy