NEOCLASSICAL THEORY

Question 1

the name ______ connotes a modernization or updating of the classical theory, while still acknowledging its contributions

Answer 1

neoclassical

Question 2

in ____ there is no formal theory, but rather a recognition of psychological and behavioral issues that question the rigidity brought by the classical theory

Answer 2

neoclassical

Question 3

What are the principle critique by neoclassical theory?

Answer 3

Division of Labor

Scalar Principle

Line/staff Principle

Span of Control

Question 4

Define the critique of neoclassical theory to Division of Labor

Answer 4

people develop a sense of alienation (feeling isolated or disconnected) from highly repetitive work, which results in dissatisfaction. In turn, dissatisfaction can result in decreased efficiency caused by lowered productivity and increased absence

neoclassicists push for less rigid division of labor and more humanistic work in which people derive a sense of value and meaning from their jobs

Question 5

Define the critique of neoclassical theory to Scalar Principle

Answer 5

COT: There is a formal and tall hierarchy that has to be followed in terms of work process

NCT: other systems operate on people in organizations besides those imposed by formal
superior-subordinate relationships

although scalar principle prescribes formal lines of authority, in reality many
sources operating in an organization influence the individual

Question 6

Define the critique of neoclassical theory to Line/staff Principle

Answer 6

COT: the black and white theoretical distinction between line and staff functions is not
always so clear in practice

NCT: many staff functions are critical to the success of the organization, so the value of
the distinction between line and staff is not so great as originally proposed
Both are interrelated and critical to the success of organization

Question 7

Define the critique of neoclassical theory to Span of Control

Answer 7

COT: determining a satisfactory span of control seems far more complex than picking a
number—-The success of organization in terms of span of control depends on number (mas okay kapag maramimg hawak na subordinates yung manager

NCT: it depends on such issues:
supervisor’s managerial ability: what if hindi kaya ni manager mag-manage ng marami? Threat iyon sa orgamnization
poor managers cannot supervise many subordinates

intensity of the needed supervision
one could effectively manage many more subordinates who do not require
much direction than those who do require intensive direction—–—–if you have wide span of control, hinid lahat nabibigyan ng pansin yung mga taong need talaga nfg attention—

leadership style and capacity—–kaya dapat tignan if hanggang saan yung capability ni manager na mag-handle