Management Flashcards
1
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Management
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The process of co-ordinating the activities of a business in order to achieve defined objectives.
2
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Functions of management
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The set of core activities which define the role of managers in a business environment. The four functions of management are; planning, organising, directing and controlling.
3
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Planning
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Involves individual going through a process to decide what they want to achieve.
4
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Organising
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Involves arrangement (taking action). These functions are complimentary.
5
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Directing
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Involves giving duties to employees.
6
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Controlling
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The way that a manager ensures work is done.
7
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Manager
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Allocates work and is responsible for controlling or administering an organisation.
8
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Leader
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Is more creative and wants to set a vision. They lead a group.
