System Approach
The Systems Approach
Requirement in Principle of Management
Submitted by:
Jenine Faye Bernardino
Michelle Calles
Linden Balaoro
Jerome Bereber
Spencer Aro
BSBA MM 1-2
Submitted to: Mrs. Laila P. Chavez
Submitted on: January 12, 2011
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Table of Contents
Introduction ……………………………………………………….. Page 3
Systems Theory ……………………………………………………….. Page 4
Elements in Business System ……………………………………………… Page 5
The 7-S Model ……………………………………………………….. Page 6
Definition of Terms …………………………………………………………Page 7
References ………………………………………………………. Page 8
Acknowledgement ………………………………………………………. Page 9
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Introduction
The systems approach developed out of the 1950s and 1960s focus on language laboratories, teaching machines, programmed instruction, multimedia presentations and the use of the computer in instruction. Rooted in the military and business world, the systems approach involved setting goals and objectives, analyzing resources, devising a plan of action and continuous evaluation/modification of the program.
The systems approach to management is a concept which views a company as an interconnected purposive system that consists of several business sections. It is a management approach which enables the leadership to see the company as a unified part or a major section of the larger outside corporate environment. Even a small activity in a part has a substantial effect on other sections in the company. Such a system may be biological, physical or social; and may enable the management to efficiently determine the long-term goals of the company. The systems approach states that for realizing the operations of an entity, it is essential to see the entity as a complete system.
The systems approach to management is based on general system theory – the theory that says that to understand fully the operation of an entity, the entity must be viewed as a system. This
Requirement in Principle of Management
Submitted by:
Jenine Faye Bernardino
Michelle Calles
Linden Balaoro
Jerome Bereber
Spencer Aro
BSBA MM 1-2
Submitted to: Mrs. Laila P. Chavez
Submitted on: January 12, 2011
Page 1
Table of Contents
Introduction ……………………………………………………….. Page 3
Systems Theory ……………………………………………………….. Page 4
Elements in Business System ……………………………………………… Page 5
The 7-S Model ……………………………………………………….. Page 6
Definition of Terms …………………………………………………………Page 7
References ………………………………………………………. Page 8
Acknowledgement ………………………………………………………. Page 9
Page 2
Introduction
The systems approach developed out of the 1950s and 1960s focus on language laboratories, teaching machines, programmed instruction, multimedia presentations and the use of the computer in instruction. Rooted in the military and business world, the systems approach involved setting goals and objectives, analyzing resources, devising a plan of action and continuous evaluation/modification of the program.
The systems approach to management is a concept which views a company as an interconnected purposive system that consists of several business sections. It is a management approach which enables the leadership to see the company as a unified part or a major section of the larger outside corporate environment. Even a small activity in a part has a substantial effect on other sections in the company. Such a system may be biological, physical or social; and may enable the management to efficiently determine the long-term goals of the company. The systems approach states that for realizing the operations of an entity, it is essential to see the entity as a complete system.
The systems approach to management is based on general system theory – the theory that says that to understand fully the operation of an entity, the entity must be viewed as a system. This
References: Fundamentals of Management by Rafael A. Rodriguez http://silvae.cfr.washington.edu/ecosystem-management/Systems.html http://www.businessdictionary.com/definition/systems-approach.html Page 8 Acknowledgement The reporters would like to acknowledge and extend their heartfelt gratitude to the following persons who have made the completion of this Paper possible: our parents, for their encouragement and guidance; our kind teacher, Mrs. Laila P. Chavez, for challenging us to be a better student; our classmates, for sharing their knowledge and skills; also, special thanks to Ms. Junnel Bernardino and Mr. Armando Bautista for their help and support for our work and above all, God, for making this completed. Page 9