Topic 1.2: ORGANIZATION THEORY

Question 1

The study of structure functioning performance of the organization and the behavior of the groups and individuals working in the organization

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Organization Theory

Question 2

Theory which viewed the organization as a machine and persons as different components of the machine

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Classical Organization Theory

Question 3

His writings were the origin of the classical organization theory

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Frederick Taylor

Question 4

This theory emphasized the application of scientific methods to enhance organizational efficiency and labor productivity

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Scientific management by Frederick Taylor

Question 5

This was introduced by F. Taylor to identify the most effective work processes

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Time & motion studies

Question 6

This theory is focused on the broader management process identifying five key functions

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Administrative management by Henry Fayol

Question 7

What are the 5 key functions introduced by H. Fayol

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planning, organizing, commanding, coordinating, and controlling

Question 8

This theory was proposed as a rational and efficient organizational structure characterized by a clear hierarchy, division of labor, and formalized rules

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Bureaucratic management by Max Weber

Question 9

What was organizational theory criticized for?

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Mechanistic and overly prescriptive nature

Question 10

This theory ntroduced the human relations approach

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Neoclassical Theory

Question 11

This theory views the organization as a combination of formal and informal forms of organization.

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Neoclassical Theory

Question 12

This was the inspiration for the neo-classical theorists

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Hawthorne Experiments

Question 13

What were the 3 criticisms of neoclassical theory?

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1. Certain assumptions are not true
2. It lacks a unified approach to the organizational theory
3. It lays more emphasis on the human aspect and other aspects of the organization have been ignored or neglected

Question 14

The modern organization theory relies on this as an analytical base.

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Empirical research

Question 15

This theory views the organization as a system and studies it in its totality as a complex system of of human interrelationship

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Modern Organization Theory

Question 16

This theory suggests that organizational structures and practices should be contingent upon various factors;
It emphasizes the need for flexibility and adaptability

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Contingency theory

Question 17

This theory emphasizes the importance of understanding how different components within an organization interact and influence each other

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Systems theory

Question 18

This focuses on how organizations manage and cope with their dependence on external entities

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Resource dependency theory

Question 19

This theory places a significant emphasis on the role of organizational culture and behavior organizational culture represents the shared values beliefs and norms that shape the behavior of individuals within the organization

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Organizational culture and behavior

Question 20

This theory emphasizes the importance of social networks both internal and external in influencing decision making information flow and innovation

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Network theory organizations

Question 21

The network theory organization perspective is particularly relevant in the context of _________?

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Globalization

Question 22

It is the ability of an organization to learn and adapt is crucial for its survival and success;

This focuses on how organizations acquire assimilate and apply knowledge to improve performance

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Organizational learning