Interlocking function of planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling an organization’s resources in order to achieve the organizational goals and objectives

a system and process, not a single activity

deciding in advance what to do; who is to do it; and how, when, and where it is to be done. Therefore, all planning involves choosing among alternatives

phase of management process in which relationships are defined, procedures are outlined, equipment is readied, and tasks are assigned

recruitment, selection, placement and indoctrination of personnel to accomplish the goals of the organization

Coordinating or activating phase, also known as the doing phase of the management

Performance is measured against predetermined standards, and action is taken to correct discrepancies between these standards and actual performance

Requirements of successful implementation of good governance

Vitality of Good Governance

It includes the authority, accountability, leadership, direction and control exercised in an organization

What are the Requisites for Successful Leadersip?

selecting one course of action from among alternatives or action over another

What are the steps in Decision Making

Frequent Errors in Decision Making

grid with columns depicting developed schedules with tasks, assigned responsibilities, & time frame

Frequent Errors in Decision Making

network system model for planning & control of projects that require development

Types of Decision-making tool that helps in prioritizing of activities & resources

Used in identifying key activities in the project (labeled & numbered), & assigning the duration of each phase of work

Activities that cause projection from one event to another is indicated by an ARROW

graphic presentations to visualize Alternatives available, Outcome, Risks, Information needed for a specific problem over a period

cause & effect diagram is used to identify the root cause of a problem or outcome

How many spines are there in the fishbone analysis?

What are the major spines in fishbone analysis?

Where is the "effect" located in the fishbone analysis?

systematic process that focuses on analyzing a difficult situation

also called as reflective thinking

a mental process of analyzing or evaluating information, particularly statements or propositions that have been offered as true.

involves higher-order reasoning and evaluation, and has both a cognitive and affective component.

Forecasting of events, making decisions, setting goals, setting priorities, developing policies and setting standards.

Includes establishing the structure to carry out plans, determining the most appropriate type of patient care delivery, and grouping activities to meet unit goals

Determining philosophy, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and rules; carrying out long- and short-range projections; determining a fiscal course of action; and managing planned change

Other functions involve working within the structure of the organization and understanding and using power and authority appropriately

Functions consists of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and orienting staff.

Entail human resources management responsibilities, such as motivating, managing conflict, delegating, communicating, and facilitating collaboration

Performance appraisals, Fiscal accountability, Quality control, Legal and ethical control, Professional and collegial control

Also, scheduling, staff development, employee socialization, and team building

Often do not have delegated authority but obtain their power through other means, such as influence.

Leaders have a wider variety of roles than do managers

Leaders may or may not be part of the formal organization

Leaders do not emphasize interpersonal relationships

focus on group process, information gathering, feedback, and empowering others

Leaders direct willing followers

Leaders have goals that may or may not reflect those of the organization

Have an assigned position within the formal organization

Have a legitimate source of power due to the delegated authority that accompanies their position

Leaders are expected to carry out specific functions, duties, and responsibilities

Emphasize control, decision making, decision analysis, and results

Manipulate people, the environment, money, time, and other resources to achieve organizational goals

Leaders have a greater formal responsibility and accountability for rationality and control than Managers

Direct willing and unwilling subordinates

Behavior determines if he or she occupies a leadership position

A person who influences and guides direction, opinion, and course of action

person who brings things about; the one who accomplishes, has the responsibility, and conducts