1.3 Structural Theory Flashcards
Who is Harry Mintzberg?
Proposed how organization evolve to reach a certain form and shape which permits the organization to function in its surroundings
Seven Basic Parts of an Organization
Politics
Ideology
Structural Apex
Supporting Staff
Technostructure
Operating Core
Middle Line
A side effect of Ideology and Causes of divisiveness and conflict
Politics
Belief system that compels commitment to a particular value
Ideology
Aid the basic mission of the organization
Support Staff
Specific technical expertise that facilitates overall operation of the Org.
Technostructure
Ensures that goals set by STRATEGIC APEX are being carried out by operating core
Middle Line
Strategic Apex vs Operating Core
- Executive Leadership
- Conducting basic work duties that give organization its defining purpose