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Principles of Management: Key Concepts

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This deck covers fundamental concepts in management, including definitions, characteristics, functions, and roles of management, as well as decision-making processes and leadership theories.

What is the definition of management according to Mary Parker Follett?

Management is the art of getting things done through people.

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Key Terms

Term
Definition
What is the definition of management according to Mary Parker Follett?
Management is the art of getting things done through people.
List the four management functions according to George R. Terry.
Planning, organizing, actuating, and controlling.
What are the three levels of management?
Top level management, middle level management, and lower level management.
What are the three categories of managerial roles identified by Henry Mintzberg?
Interpersonal, informational, and decisional.
Define 'conceptual skills' in management.
The ability to think creatively, understand complex situations, and visualize the future.
What is the main focus of the behavioral school of management thought?
Understanding the factors that affect human behavior at work.

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TermDefinition
What is the definition of management according to Mary Parker Follett?
Management is the art of getting things done through people.
List the four management functions according to George R. Terry.
Planning, organizing, actuating, and controlling.
What are the three levels of management?
Top level management, middle level management, and lower level management.
What are the three categories of managerial roles identified by Henry Mintzberg?
Interpersonal, informational, and decisional.
Define 'conceptual skills' in management.
The ability to think creatively, understand complex situations, and visualize the future.
What is the main focus of the behavioral school of management thought?
Understanding the factors that affect human behavior at work.
What does the acronym 'POSDCORB' stand for in management functions?
Planning, Organizing, Staffing, Directing, Coordinating, Reporting, and Budgeting.
What is the primary goal of short-term planning?
To address immediate needs and prepare the organization for immediate challenges.
What is the difference between leadership and management?
Leadership focuses on creating a vision and inspiring people, while management focuses on establishing plans and organizing resources.
What is the 'Great Man Theory' of leadership?
The theory suggests that leaders are born with inherent traits and abilities for leading.