Middle management is the intermediate management of a hierarchical organization, being subordinate to the senior management but above the lower levels of operational staff. Operational supervisors may be considered middle management or may be categorized as non-management staff, depending upon the policy of the particular organization.
Middle management may be reduced in organizations as a result of reorganization. Such changes include downsizing, delayering and outsourcing. The changes may be made in order to reduce costs, as middle management is commonly paid more than junior staff, or the changes may be made to make the organization flatter — empowering the employees and making the organization more innovative and flexible
Mid-level managers have a specialized understanding of certain managerial tasks.
They are responsible for and carrying out the decisions made by top-level management.
They are responsible for tactical decisions.
Collect information from junior management and reassemble it for top Management.
Monitor activities of junior managers
Motivate supervisory staff.
Supervise Employees
Middle managers plan meetings, set agendas for company personnel, delegate responsibilities to first-level managers and employees, and much more. Problem-solving skills and decision-making abilities are required by a middle manager as they oversee departmental projects. Middle managers are available to personnel for questions, comments and suggestions. The position requires the manager to hire competent employees by utilising proper screening and interview techniques. The middle manager seeks out qualified staff that will carry out the company's plan.
Motivate
An organisation requires middle management to motivate first-level managers and other employees. Incentives, meetings, recognition and job advancement are a few methods often used by middle management to motivate employees, and ensure loyalty and company morale. The middle