THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE Flashcards
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916)
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916). General Principles of Management- The managerial function operates on 14 key principles which strengthens the organization and promotes efficiency and successful functioning. These principles should be flexible and thus applied based on how warranted they are vis a vis the situation at hand and based on different changing circumstances. Promotes a mechanic-like view of individuals as well as a closed system view of individuals. This management principles should be operated based only on personnel.
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management
Division of Work
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-
Division of Work- Permits a reduction in the number of tasks that one individual is required to focus on. Division of work results in specialization of functions and separation of powers. Division of work is limited by individual experience and a sense of proportion.
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-Authority and Responsibility
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-
Authority and Responsibility-Authority grants an individual the right in relaying orders and demand obedience. Responsibility is a byproduct of authority and the two go hand in hand. In the realm of authority, sanctions can be used to discourage actions which are not conducive or set objectives. Responsibility must be undertaken in deciding when sanctions should be applied. A leader should also compel those around him to take on and accept responsibility. A high degree of integrity on the part of a manager will prevent the abuse of power
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management- Discipline
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management- Discipline-Disciplines denoted obedience and respect in accordance with the organization. Discipline is required for the seamless operations and prosperity of an organization
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management- Unity of Command
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management- . Unity of Command-Proper unity of command requires that an employee should be subject to the orders of one superior. If this is not carried out, then authority becomes undermined, discipline becomes compromised, and order and stability is affected. Dual commands in which an employee is subject to the orders of more than one superior ultimately results in conflict.
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management- . Unity of Direction
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-
-Unity of Direction
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management- . Unity of Direction-A sound organization ensures that the employee is on board and shares the directional vision of the organization. Unity of command stems from unity of direction and ensures that superiors motivate employees to buy into the organizational objectives.
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-Subordination of Individual Interest to General Interest-
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-Subordination of Individual Interest to General Interest- Asserts that the interest of the individual within the organization does not supersede that of the organization itself. Interest of different orders are bound to come into conflict
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-Remuneration of Personnel
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management- Remuneration of Personnel- Entails that employees are allotted their fair share of incentive for their work and contributions. Employees are remunerated based on their time rates, job rates, or piece rates. Other forms of remuneration are bonuses, profit sharing, or promotions. Centralization-Centralization denotes the dictating of orders from one central figure/manager. Decentralization is the polar opposite in which command spans out to various figures throughout the organization who are closer in proximity to the area of specialization and its employees
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-Scalar Chain
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management
Scalar Chain- Defines the scale chain of employees ranging from the highest ranking to the lowest ranking. In other words, this is the line of authority. The chain of command can be excessively lengthy at times and can hinder efficiency (particular in government institutions
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-Order
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-. Order- Ascribes to the notion that everything and everyone has its proper place. Social order denotes that every employee within and organization is properly selected and placed within an appropriate position and shall carry out their duties that lend to the efficient operation of the organization. Social order can be compromised within larger organizations, and when acts such as cronyism or nepotism are practiced because incompetent individuals will fill key positions along the scalar chain
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-Equity
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-Equity- The degree to which employees are treated with kindliness and justice. It takes good sense, experience, and good nature for equity to be carried out. Equity should be present within all levels of the scalar chain.
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Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management- Stability of Tenure Personnel
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Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-. Stability of Tenure Personnel- Employees should remain in a appointed position long enough so as to provide worthwhile service. Instability of tenure may be a result of bad running.
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Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-Initiative
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Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-
Initiative- Taking it upon oneself to think of a strategy and follow through on its success is a tenet of initiative. Management must foster an environment where employees can demonstrate initiative. This may entail management sacrificing some amount of their own vanity.
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management -Espirit De Corps
THE INTELLECTUAL AND THE POLITICAL HERITAGE
Fayol, Henry. (1916) General Principles of Management-Espirit De Corps- “Union in Strength.” Personnel must not be split up so as to maintain the strength the effectiveness of the entire unit. Splitting up of the team enables dissension.
