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Lecture 6 of the Introduction to Management course covers Chapter 3, focusing on organizational culture and its impact on management. It discusses the omnipotent and symbolic views of management, emphasizing the influence of external factors and the importance of organizational culture in shaping employee behavior. The lecture also explores how culture is learned and maintained within organizations.

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Lecture 6 of the Introduction to Management course covers Chapter 3, focusing on organizational culture and its impact on management. It discusses the omnipotent and symbolic views of management, emphasizing the influence of external factors and the importance of organizational culture in shaping employee behavior. The lecture also explores how culture is learned and maintained within organizations.

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Introduction to Management

LECTURE 6:

Introduction to
Management
MGT 101
Introduction to Management

In lecture 5 we discussed

Topics from Chapter 2:

• Systems Approach
• Contingency Approach
• Current Trends & Issues
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

Today in Chapter 3 we will discuss

• Omnipotent view of management

• Symbolic view of management

• The organizational culture

• How employees learn culture ?


Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

Chapter 3:

Organizational Culture
&
Environment
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

Omnipotent View
of
Management
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

• Managers are directly responsible for an


organization’s success or failure.
• The quality of the organization is
determined by the quality of its managers.
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

• Managers are held accountable for an


organization’s performance, yet it is difficult
to attribute good or poor performance
directly to their influence on the
organization.
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

Symbolic View
of
Management
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

• Much of an organization’s success or failure is due


to external forces outside of managers’ control.
• The ability of managers to affect outcomes is
influenced and constrained by external factors.
• The economy, customers, governmental
policies, competitors, industry conditions,
technology, and the actions of previous
managers
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

The Organizational
Culture
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

A system of shared meanings and common


beliefs held by organizational members that
determines, in a large degree, how they act
towards each other.
• “The way we do things around here.”
• Values, symbols, rituals, myths, and
practices
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

Sources of Organizational Culture


• The organization’s founder
• Vision and mission
• Past practices of the organization
• The way things have been done
• The behavior of top management
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

Continuation of the Organizational Culture


• Recruitment of like-minded
employees who “fit”
• Socialization of new employees to
help them adapt to the culture
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

How Organizational Culture is Maintained ?


Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

Strong Culture
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

• Are cultures in which key values are deeply


and widely held.
• Have a strong influence on organizational
members.
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

Factors Influencing the Strength of Culture


• Size of the organization
• Age of the organization
• Rate of employee turnover
• Strength of the original culture
• Clarity of cultural values and beliefs
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

How Employees Learn


Culture ?
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

Stories
Narratives of significant events or actions of
people that convey the spirit of the
organization
Rituals
Repetitive sequences of activities that
express and reinforce the values of the
organization
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

Material Symbols
Physical assets distinguishing the
organization
Language
Acronyms and jargon of terms, phrases,
and word meanings specific to an
organization
Introduction to Management (Chapter 3)

Adaptability

Consistency Involvement

Clear Vision

Sales Employee
Growth Satisfaction
Return on Profits
Quality
Assets

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