7️⃣ Flashcards
organisational structure is?
levels of mnagement and division of responsibilities in a biz
pros of organisational structure?
- shows a span of control
- shows chain of command
span of control is?
num of subordinates per manager
chain of command vs hierarchy
chain of command - flow of authority from senior managers to lower levels
hierarchy - levels of management in an org from highest to lowest
short vs tall chain of command
short - faster more accurate comms compared to tall structure
delegation is?
giving a subordinate the authority to perform a task/assigning tasks
staff vs line managers
staff - supervisor/support
line - authority/running
what do directors do?
set company strategy, policies, and long-term goals
five primary roles of management (POCCC)
Planning
Organising
Coordinating
Commanding
Controlling
AUTOCRATIC
orders followed, no employee input
e.x. make a notes app this way, these specific features, LISTEN TO MEEE
DEMOCRATIC
subordinates have a say, leader makes final decision
e.x. which is best, a notes app or a drawing app
LAISSEZ-FAIRE
managers set broad objectives, employees manage themselves and work
e.x. develop a productivity app, decide the features and shi yourself
trade union
a group of workers who join together to protect their rights and interests