Mngt. Module For Adviser
Mngt. Module For Adviser
Course Content:
Unit 1
Nature and Concept of Management
1-1 Definition and functions of management
1-2 Evolution of management theories
1-3 Functions, roles, and skills of a manager
Module 1 CONTENT
Module Title: OGANIZATIONAL AND MANGEMENT
No. of Hours: 80 hours / semester
This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required in understanding the
nature of basic concepts and theories of management functions.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of this module, you MUST be able to:
1. Apply management theories and concepts in solving business cases.
2. Discuss the importance of various types of management theories.
3. Explain the meaning and functions of management.
4. Identify the functions, roles, and skills, of a manager.
UNIT 1
Nature Concept of Management
Lesson 1.
1-1 Definition and functions of management
1-2 Evolution of management theories
1-3 Functions, roles, and skills of a manager
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this module to learner shall be able to….
1. Apply the management theories and concept in solving cases
2. Describe the function of management theories
3. Understand the critical role of a manager and his/her duties and responsibilities.
1-1Defination and functions of management /Evolution of management theories
Management is a function that direct and coordinates the efforts of the people to
accomplish goals and objectives by using available resources efficiently and effective.
It Is also a process of accomplishing the organization’s goals by working with and through
people. Its task includes planning, organizing, stuffing, leading or directing and controlling.
The industrial Revolution in light of business concern was to improved employees’
productivity and efficiency triggered in the developing of management theories.
Beginning in the late 19th century after the industrial Revolution but saw more definitive from
in the 20th century. Industrial Revolution refers to the transition from hand production
methods to the use of different, new chemical manufacturing processes, iron production
processes, increasing use steam power and the development. of machine tools.
Despite the aforementioned differences, all managers deal certain features some of the
recent definitions of management as given by the authorities in this field.
Terry and Rue define management as “A process of from of work that involved the guidance
and direction of a group of people towards organizational goals or objectives.
Stoner states that “Management is a process of planning, organizing, leading and controlling
the effort of organization members and of using all other organizational resources to achieve
stated organizational goals or objectives.
By: KoontZ, O’Donnell and Weihrich point out that “management is the establishment of an
environment for group effort in such as way individuals will contribute to a group objective
with the least amount of such inputs as money, time, effort, discomforts and materials.
Johnson and Stinson say that” Management is the process of working with and though
other people to accomplish organizational goals.
Management is an art because manager use judgment based on common sense and
experience rather than merely following a prescribed set of management rules.
Management is an art because the skills and experiential character of the manager will
always be major factors in their performance of their organization.
Because managers use judgmental based on common sense and experience rather than
merely a prescribe set of management rules.
Principles of Management the Functions, rules, and skills, critical rule of a manager and
his/her duties and responsibilities.
It was a French management theorist, Henry Fayol’s (1841-1925) who developed
the fundamentals notion of principles of management. Fayol’s 14 Principles of Management.
1. Division of work -this principle, the whole work is divided into small task.
The specialization of the workforce according to the skills of a persons, creating specific
personal and professional development within the labor forces, and therefore increasing
productivity, lead’s to specialization which increases the efficiency of labor. This principle is
applicable to both technical as well as management work.
2. Authority and responsibility- This refers to the issues of commands follow by
responsibility for their consequences. Authority means the right of a give enhanced order to
his subordinated; responsibility means obligation for performance. This principle suggests
that there must be parity between authority and responsibility.
3. Discipline -refers to obedience, proper conduct in relation to others, respect
of authority, etc. It is essential for the smooth functioning of all organizations.
4. Unity of command – This principle states that each subordinate should receive
orders and be accountable to one superior. if an employee receives orders
from more than one superior, it is like to create confusion and conflict. Also makes it easier
to fix responsibility for mistakes.
5. Unity of Direction – all those working in the same line of activity must understand
and pursue the same objectives. All related activities should be put under one group, there
should be one plan of action for them, and they should be under the control of one manager.
6. Subordination of individuals interest- The management must put aside
personal considerations and put company objectives first. Therefore, the interest of goal of
the organization must prevail over the personal interest of individuals.
7. Remuneration – Worker must be paid sufficiently as this a chief motivation of
employees and therefore greatly influence productivity. The quantum and methods of
remuneration payable should be fair, reasonable, and rewarding of effort. Remuneration is
paid worker as per their capacity and productivity. For this purpose, the organization has
paid wages, salaries, and benefits to theirs staff properly and scientifically so that
organizational efficiently can be ensured.
8. The Degree of centralization – implies the concentration of decision -making
authority at the top management. Sharing of authority with lower levels is called
decentralization. The organization should strive to achieved a proper balance.
9. Scalar Chain -Refers to the chain of superiors ranging from top management to
the lowest rank. The principle suggests that there should be a clear line of authority from top
bottom linking all managers at all levels. “in which a subordinate may contact a superior in
case of an emergency.
10. Order – Social order ensure the fluid operation of a company of though
authoritative procedure. Material order ensures safety and efficiency in the workplace.
11. Equity- Employee must be treated kindly, and just must be enacted to ensure
a just workplace. Managers should be fair and important when dealing with employees,
giving equal attention toward all employees.
12. Stability of Tenure of Personnel- The period of service should not be too
short and employees should not be moved from position frequently. An employee cannot
render useful service if he/she is removed before he/ she become accustomed to the work
assign to him /her.
13. Initiative- using the initiative of employees can add strength and new ideas to
an organization. Initiative on the part of employees is a source of strength for an organization
because it provides new and better ideas.
14. Esprit de Corps – This refers to the need of managers to ensure and develop.
morale in the workplace; individually and communally. Team spirit helps developed
atmosphere of mutual trust and understanding. Team spirits helps to finish the task on time.
The Roles Fayol also divided the management function into five key roles:
1. To organize
2. To plan and forecast
3. To command
4. To control
5. To coordinate
Bateman and Snell 2008 deal the functions and rolls of managers as follows.
1. Planning, or delivering strategic value
2. Organizing, or building a dynamic organization;
3. Leading, or mobilizing people, and
4. Controlling, or leading and changing
Deep and Sussman 2000 suggest solution for management challenge in their book ACT
acronym: Analyze your situation, choose your best strategy, Track your choice
Selected planning tools for managers and commanding officers, also listed in the CDS toolkit
for Philippe Cities are:
1. Simple Frequency Count, which allows prioritization of problem that need to be
addressed. The simple frequency count may be likened to on election tally, where
the candidates with the Hight votes gets chosen by the voting public.
2. Flowchart the symbols represent relationship sequence between and among
different task.
3. Gantt chart useful for scheduling and planning project. The chart may be
considered a visual tool for the action plan. GANTT chart, with emphasis on the
“What and When”.
4. Activity Network Diagram (AND) is a planning tool used to diagram activities in
sequence from start to finish.
5. Plan -DO-Check-Act (PDCA)cycle is a problem-solving model. Also called as the
improvement storyboard Model. The PDCA cycle is as follows:
Plan
Select the problem that will be addressed, and describe the opportunity;
Describe the current situation surrounding the opportunity;
Describe all the probable cause of the problem and agree on the root
causes;
Develop an effective workable solution;
Do or implement the solution;
Check or review the result of the change.
Goal
setting
The
Sustaining
Growth Gems Executing
the Plan
Cycle
Measuring
Results
4.) Establishing Goals This refence to input decision in more concrete terms. To set
goals or operating objective. This means setting daily target revenue
from sales, with a certain level of budget for expenses, in order estimate net profit
at the end of the day.
1.Staffing – In small business, this includes writing job description, putting ads open
position, reviewing resume and interviewing prospective position, hiring, and firing.
Depending the size of the company, manager may also responsible for the payroll function
including tallying work hours. Calculating pay, processing check, and tracking vacation days
and other time off.
2.Communication -the most important responsibilities of a manager to keep the work place
running efficiently. Employees need to know the mission and goals of the business and what
is expected of them to achieve those result. A manager should also able to resolve confect,
motivate employees, interact with the public on behalf of the company, and preserve
customers relations.