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Management: An Overview
Definition of Management
Management can be defined as the process of coordinating and overseeing the work
activities of individuals and groups to achieve organizational goals efficiently.
Role of Management
Functions of Managers
1. Planning: Setting goals, developing strategies, and outlining actions to achieve objectives.
2. Organizing: Structuring resources and activities to accomplish goals effectively.
3. Leading: Guiding and motivating employees to achieve organizational objectives.
4. Controlling: Monitoring performance, comparing it with goals, and taking corrective actions
as needed.
Levels of Management
Social Stakeholders
Social stakeholders are individuals or groups who are affected by or can influence the
organization's activities, such as employees, customers, suppliers, and the local community.
The omnipotent view of management suggests that managers are directly responsible for an
organization's success or failure, while the symbolic view proposes that external factors,
such as the economy or industry trends, have a greater impact.
Organizational culture refers to the shared values, beliefs, norms, and behaviors that shape
the work environment. A strong and positive organizational culture can enhance employee
satisfaction, productivity, and overall performance.
UNIT-2
Planning is the bedrock of successful organizations. It's the process of charting a course to
achieve specific goals, ensuring everyone is on the same page, and adapting to unforeseen
circumstances. Let's delve deeper into the nature and purpose of planning, its key steps, and
● Goal-Oriented: Every plan needs a clear objective, a desired future state the
directionless.
outcomes.
wants to achieve.
includes identifying different courses of action and choosing the most effective
one.
completion.
● Strategies: Broad outlines that define how the organization will achieve its
Forecasting involves using various techniques to predict future trends and events
that might impact the organization's plans. This allows managers to anticipate
roles, perform their tasks effectively, and contribute to the overall success of the
organization.
Human Factors
Directing plays a key role in fostering creativity and innovation within an organization.
creatively, take risks, and generate new ideas. This may involve providing resources,
Harmonizing Objectives
motivate employees to contribute their best efforts towards achieving those goals,
and resolve conflicts or discrepancies that may arise between individual and
organizational objectives.
Leadership
Leadership is an essential component of directing, as effective leaders inspire,
guiding and directing the actions of individuals or teams towards the accomplishment
of organizational objectives.
Types of Leadership
subordinates.
employees to make their own decisions and manage their own work.
creativity.
Managers play a dual role as both managers and leaders. As managers, they are
leaders, they inspire, motivate, and guide employees towards achieving common
goals. Effective managers leverage leadership skills to influence and inspire others,
effective leaders:
1. Trait Theories: Trait theories focused on identifying innate qualities or traits that
effective leadership.
2. Behavioral Theories: Behavioral theories shifted the focus from innate traits to
3. Managerial Grid: The Managerial Grid, developed by Robert Blake and Jane
for people and concern for production. It classified leadership styles into five
categories, ranging from impoverished (low concern for both) to team (high concern
for both).
leader, the followers, and the context in which leadership occurs. Examples include
Theory.
Path-Goal Theory, developed by Robert House, posits that effective leaders clarify
the path to goal achievement, remove obstacles, and provide support and rewards to
motivate followers. The theory identifies four leadership styles: directive, supportive,
participative, and achievement-oriented, which leaders adapt based on follower
the complexity and dynamism of modern organizations and emphasize the need for
Cross-Cultural Leadership
demonstrate cultural sensitivity, flexibility, and the ability to adapt their leadership
Leadership Training
behaviors among managers and aspiring leaders. These programs may include
Substitutes of Leadership
Substitutes of leadership are factors that can mitigate the need for formal leadership
and individual expertise. These substitutes can influence employee behavior and