DELEGATION OF

AUTHORITY
A KEY TO EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT
AUTHORITY

• In order to have control, the manager must

have authority
• It is the power of the of the administrator to
delegate functions to the next ranking
executive, who in turn transmit it to the
employees who are in charge with the actual
operations.
CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD
AUTHORITY

• Should have a definite limitation to

avoid confusion\
• It should preferably be in writing
• It should be interpreted clearly to avoid
misunderstanding between the manager
and subordinates
BEFORE EXECUTING A WORK,
YOU MUST:
• Check if it is within the paths of authority
• Determine first if it is necessary and properly
interpreted
• Know if the proper authority is behind it
IMPORTANCE OF DELEGATION OF
TASK
• It is a manifestation of faith and confidence towards the
ability of subordinate
• It give the subordinate added responsibility and authority
which can help him for growth and improvement

• ***However, the subordinate must be trained and prepared

for the job
RECOGNITION

• Justifiable praise and commendation should be given to the

subordinate for a work well done
• Recognition is a basic human desire
• It is an incentive for further achievement
• Builds morale
RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY

• Responsibility is “HELL” without authority

• Authority and responsibility must go together
• Authority can not be delegated completely. It can only be
shared.
• The president may delegate any or part of his authority
because he must share if he expect to get the necessary
counsel of experienced worker in the company
RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY

• Advises which come from person who do not share in the

responsibility if of questionable value
• Decisions should be based from the pooling of judgement
of those who share in the responsibility and authority
under the situation in question.
• The president or manager is still held responsible for the
action and liabilities of the company.