Management Flashcards

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manager

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the person responsible for setting objectives, organising resources and motivating workers so that the objectives of the business are met

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management

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the organisation and coordination of activities in order to achieve the defined objectives of the business

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autocratic leadership

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a management style where one manager takes all decisions with very little, if any, input from others

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democratic leadership

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a management style that encourages the active participation of workers in taking decisions

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paternalistic leadership

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a management style based on the view that the manager is in a better position than the workers to know what is best for an organisation

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laissez - faire leadership

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a management style that leaves much of the business decision - making to the workforce

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Theory X

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the view that some managers believe that employees are lazy, fear - motivated and in need of constant direction

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Theory Y

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the view that some managers believe employees are internally motivated, enjoy their work and are prepared to take on additional responsibilities

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