Dotpoint 1.1 Flashcards
What is a management style?
The approach and manner in which employees are directed and motivated within a business.
How can management styles be characterized?
By communication flow, decision making, and control.
What are the two types of control in management styles?
- Centralized control
- Decentralized control
Define the Autocratic Management Style.
A style where a manager makes decisions and directs employees without any input from them.
What is a key feature of the Autocratic Management Style?
Communication is one way/top down.
List advantages of the Autocratic Management Style.
- Quick decision making
- Clear roles for employees
- Good for emergency situations
- Improves productivity
List disadvantages of the Autocratic Management Style.
- Limited ideas from management only
- Poor relationships with staff
- Limited employee ownership
- Increased turnover due to low motivation
Define the Persuasive Management Style.
A style where a manager makes decisions and communicates the reasons for those decisions without employee input.
What is a key feature of the Persuasive Management Style?
Communication is one way/top down.
List advantages of the Persuasive Management Style.
- Full control over decision making
- Trust gained by explaining reasons
- Clearly defined roles for employees
List disadvantages of the Persuasive Management Style.
- Limited ideas from management only
- Poor relationships with staff
- No employee ownership of decisions
Define the Consultative Management Style.
A style where a manager seeks input from employees on business decisions but makes the final decision themselves.
What is a key feature of the Consultative Management Style?
Communication is two way.
List advantages of the Consultative Management Style.
- Wider range of ideas
- Greater employee ownership
- Increased motivation
- Easier implementation of decisions
List disadvantages of the Consultative Management Style.
- Employees may offer unsuitable suggestions
- Time-consuming decision making
- Potential undervaluation of employee input
Define the Participative Management Style.
A style where a manager shares information with employees so that they can participate in decision making.
What is a key feature of the Participative Management Style?
Communication is two way.
List advantages of the Participative Management Style.
- Improved decision quality
- Better relationships with staff
- Greater employee empowerment
List disadvantages of the Participative Management Style.
- Possible compromise in decision quality
- Time-consuming
- Potential for conflict among differing viewpoints
Define the Laissez Faire Management Style.
A style where a manager communicates business objectives to employees and gives them freedom to make decisions independently.
What is a key feature of the Laissez Faire Management Style?
Communication is two way.
List advantages of the Laissez Faire Management Style.
- Fosters creativity and innovation
- Increases employee motivation
- Encourages collaboration
List disadvantages of the Laissez Faire Management Style.
- Lack of control by management
- Business objectives may not be met
- Potential for conflict within the team
What factors should a manager consider when selecting a management style?
- Nature of task
- Time constraints
- Experience of employees
- Manager preference
