2.8. Timeline Summary of Management Thought

Try these first

1. 1.

   What characterized the Pre-Scientific Management Era?

   Hint

   Think about management before modern theories.

2. 2.

   Who is known as the father of Scientific Management?

   Hint

   His approach is about efficiency.

3. 3.

   Who proposed the principles of Administrative Management?

   • Max Weber
   • Henri Fayol
   • Frederick Taylor

   Hint

   Think about structured management theories.

4. 4.

   The Systems Theory perspective does not consider which of the following?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how different parts of an organization relate.

5. 5.

   Analyze a modern organization's approach to management and identify elements from at least three different eras discussed.

   Hint

   Look for how the organization balances tasks and employee needs.

6. 6.

   Create a management strategy for a tech startup using principles from the various management theories mentioned. Justify your choices.

   Hint

   Consider the unique challenges tech startups face.