Iiii Flashcards
(25 cards)
Who is Henri Fayol?
Henri Fayol was a French mining engineer and management theorist known for his contributions to management theory.
What is the primary focus of Fayol’s principles of management?
Fayol’s principles focus on the administrative aspects of management, emphasizing the role of managers in organizations.
How many principles of management did Fayol propose?
Fayol proposed 14 principles of management.
True or False: Fayol’s principles are only applicable to large organizations.
False.
Fill in the blank: Fayol’s principle of __________ emphasizes the importance of a clear chain of command.
Scalar Chain
What does the principle of ‘Division of Work’ refer to?
It refers to the specialization of tasks to increase efficiency.
Which principle suggests that tasks should be grouped together based on similarities?
Unity of Direction.
True or False: The principle of ‘Authority and Responsibility’ states that authority should not be accompanied by corresponding responsibility.
False.
What is the principle of ‘Discipline’ about?
It refers to the need for employees to follow rules and respect agreements to achieve organizational goals.
Multiple Choice: Which principle emphasizes the need for fair treatment of employees? A) Equity B) Unity of Command C) Order
A) Equity
Fill in the blank: The principle of __________ implies that every employee should report to only one manager.
Unity of Command
What does the principle of ‘Subordination of Individual Interests’ mean?
It means that the interests of the organization should take precedence over individual interests.
Which principle promotes the idea of a stable workforce?
Stability of Tenure of Personnel.
True or False: Fayol believed that management practices should remain static and not evolve.
False.
What is the principle of ‘Centralization’ concerned with?
It concerns the degree to which decision-making is concentrated at a single point in the organization.
Multiple Choice: Which principle advocates for the orderly arrangement of resources? A) Order B) Discipline C) Division of Work
A) Order
What does the principle of ‘Esprit de Corps’ promote?
It promotes teamwork and harmony among employees.
Fill in the blank: The principle of __________ deals with the distribution of authority and responsibilities among different levels of management.
Scalar Chain
What is the significance of ‘Order’ in Fayol’s principles?
It emphasizes the proper arrangement of materials and personnel.
True or False: Fayol’s principles can be applied universally across different types of organizations.
True.
What does Fayol mean by ‘Stability of Tenure of Personnel’?
It refers to minimizing employee turnover to maintain organizational effectiveness.
Which principle advises that management should ensure a balance between centralization and decentralization?
Centralization.
What is the role of ‘Equity’ in Fayol’s principles?
It highlights the need for fairness and justice in relationships between management and employees.
Multiple Choice: In which principle does Fayol emphasize the need for coordination among various departments? A) Unity of Direction B) Division of Work C) Scalar Chain
A) Unity of Direction
