management - functions of management

Question 1

what is the definition of management?

Answer 1

skill or process of co-ordinating the activities of a business in order to achieve defined objectives

Question 2

define functions of management

Answer 2

set core activities which define the role of management in a business

Question 3

how can a managers success be measured?

Answer 3

• ability to meet deadlines
• quality of tasks
• level of turnover
• customer feedback
• sales levels
• achievement of targets

Question 4

what are management constraints?

Answer 4

• skills or ability to manage
• ability to make decisions
• amount of resources
• lack of co-ordination
• structure of organisation
• budget
• strength of competition