THEORIES A Theory is a set of inter related concepts‚ definitions & propositions that present a systematic view of phenomena. It also specifies the relationship among variables with purpose of explaining and predicting the phenomena. “Organization theory refers to the study of the phenomena of organizational functioning and performance and of the behavior of Groups and individuals working in them.” The main theories which seek to study the organization are: * Classical theory * Neo classical
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Introduction: This paper is written about "learning in an organization"‚ in other words‚ how to transfer knowledge between people who work in the organization. The authors of this study propose that knowledge has two perspectives; one is tacit knowledge and the other is explicit knowledge (Nonaka and Takeuchi 1995)‚ and these two kinds of knowledge can be managed in an organization‚ which Nonaka and Takeuchi (1995) called SECI model. The theory is put on a situation which I joined. I managed business
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interference from outside. | Mechanical means done without thought‚ which led to the process of automation. Mechanical systems make the people bound to work. | 2. | Encouragement | Organic systems encourage decentralized decision making and open communication. | Mechanical systems encourage centralized authority decision making by ignoring subordinates’ opinion and participation. | 3. | Reliance | Organic systems rely on mutual confidence and trust. | Mechanical systems rely on authority obedience
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Chapter 1: Organizations and Organization Theory Current Challenges of Organizations • Globalization o Markets‚ technologies‚ and organizations are becoming increasingly interconnected • Ethics and social responsibility o The list of execs and major corporations involved in financial and ethical scandals continues to grow • Speed of responsiveness o Globalization and advancing technology has accelerated the pace at which organizations in all industries must roll out
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Learning Organization: Answer to Organizational Growth Introduction Organizations are established to fulfil various needs of the people. The organizational objectives could be achieved via the organization’s growth-oriented mechanism which is inevitable in today’s competitive world. However‚ the most important factor which needs to be taken into consideration towards achieving the objective is the people or staff members who directly have impact on the productivity of the product or services
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different functions or organizations. In these times of constant change‚ it is essential for teams and team members to understand their strengths and weaknesses. Effective teamwork can help a company deal with this ongoing change and can create an environment to find better ways to solve problems‚ resolve conflicts‚ and set goals‚ whether they be to provide the best possible service‚ to be the top sales district‚ or to plan exciting company events. Teams have an important place in our professional
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Empowerment in an organization Empowerments is the process of enabling or authorizing an individual to think‚ behave‚ take action‚ and control work and decision making in autonomous ways. It is the state of feeling self-empowered to take control of one’s own destiny. In an organization‚ empowerment is the redistribution of power and decision making responsibilities‚ usually to employees‚ where such authority was previously a management prerogative. Empowerment is based on the recognition that employee
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Leadership & Management 5 Key Chapter Concepts Chapter 1 1. Human leadership is not predetermined as in the animal world; rather‚ it varies from situation to situation and from individual to individual. There is no formula or specific directions to follow to be a great leader. A tactic that may have worked for another situation or person may not work again. To be a successful leader you need to be able to pull from others leadership experiences‚ as well as your past experiences‚ and be able
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Marketing concept The marketing concept holds that the key to achieving organizational goals consists of the company being more effective than its competitors in creating‚ delivering‚ and communicating customer value to its chosen target markets. The marketing concept rests on four pillars: target market‚ customer needs‚ integrated Marketing and profitability. . The selling concept takes an inside-out perspective. It starts with the factory‚ focuses on existing products‚ and calls for heavy selling
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“Successful People” By John Celestand Field Associate of World Leadership Group The day you make the decision to be successful is a day in history for any human being. It is the most important day of your life. This is a day that is more important than a birthday‚ an anniversary and any other holiday that you can imagine. In fact‚ the day that you decide to become successful should be marked in your own calendar and celebrated annually. Successful people think alike. They behave alike.
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