Management Styles

Question 1

Persuasive

Answer 1

• Making decisions and communicating the reasons for decisions to employees
• Similar to autocratic except manager communicates reasons, benefits of decisions and establishes credibility

Question 2

Autocratic

Answer 2

• Making Decisions and directing employees without input

- Centralised control

Question 3

Consultative

Answer 3

• Seeks input from employees

- Two way communication, managers provide opportunity

Question 4

Parcipative

Answer 4

• Communication and discussing with employees

- Share information and role of decision making

Question 5

Laissez-faire

Answer 5

• Employees given complete freedom and responsibility