BMGT364 E222 Management and Organization Theory Discussion

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Theme 1:

Who is the manager and what is his or her job in an organization? The manager’s role has traditionally revolved around setting short-term goals for the organization to execute, and performing tasks that include processes, procedures, and production within the organization’s purpose or vision. The modern role of the manager has evolved to include serving as a facilitator to accomplishing tasks.

Why It Matters: Introduction to Management
Management
Primary Functions of Management
Types of Managers and Their Roles
The Advantages of Managing People Well
Putting It Together: Introduction to Management

Theme 2:

The study of organizational theory and management has evolved with the changing business landscape. To appreciate the place management theory has in business today, it is important to learn about how the business landscape has evolved and how this evolution has affected the business organization.

Why It Matters: History of Management
Scientific Management
Bureaucratic Management
Humanistic Management
Current Developments in Management Practices
Putting It Together: History of Management

For Discussion

Discuss one classical theory and one more contemporary theory to management. Provide examples to illustrate how each theory has been or is depicted in the workplace.
Using the two identified theories, discuss how the role of the manager has changed.
It is assumed that the classical theories of management are dated and not relevant in today’s business environment. Identify a classical theory that you consider to still be relevant in business today and explain why;
Scientific Management is a theory of management that analyzes workflow. Explain how scientific management changed the way we manage manufacturing.
Explain why the study of organizational theory is an important tool for managers in the 21st-century business organization. Give examples.