Chapter 13 Flashcards
Organizational Structure
1
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What is work specialization
A
the degree to which tasks in the organization are subdivided into separate jobs
2
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What is centralization
A
the degree to which decision making is concentrated at a single point the organization (managers)
3
Q
What is high formalization
A
employees have little discretion and freedom
4
Q
What is low formalization
A
employees have lots of freedom
5
Q
What is an organic structure
A
posses a comprehensive information network, has spans of control and has low formalization
6
Q
What is a simple structure
A
minimal hierarchy and a relatively informal arrangement of roles and responsibility
7
Q
What is a matrix structure
A
employees report to multiple managers
