7: Types Of Org. Structures Flashcards
Simplest types of organizational structures and characterized by a clear chain of command and centralized authority.
Line Organizational Structure
Organization is grouped according to its function and purpose.
Functional Structure
Used in larger companies or organizations with several branches and outlets.
Divisional Structure
Permanent organization designed to achieve specific results by using teams of specialists. (Mix of Functional and Divisional Structure)
Matrix Organizational Structure
What’s the primary goal of staffing?
To ensure the organization has the right people in the right places.
- The scientific management approach. (Proposed by Frederick Taylor 1947)
Classical Organizational Theory
- Is based on the concept planning of work to achieve efficiency, standardization, specialization, and simplification.
Classical Organizational Theory
The organization is based on the principles of what?
A. Structure
B. Specialization
C. Predictability and Stability
D. Rationality
E. Democracy
- Pro-founded by Henry Fayol
- Based on several principles of management
Administrative Theory
- Emphasizes on behavior and human relations in determining productivity.
Neoclassical Theory
- Based on the concept that the organization is an adaptive system.
Modern Approach to Organization Characteristics
What are the 3 modern approaches to Organization Characteristics?
A. Systems approach
B. Socio - technical approach
C. Contingency/Situational approach
Composed of a set of inter-related.
Systems approach
Composed of a social system, technology system, and it’s environment.
Socio-Technical Approach
Organization systems are inter-related with their environment.
Contingency/Situational Approach
