Theories of Organizational Management

Theories of Organizational Management

Management plays a significant role in how business operates. The diversity of approaches to the theoretical and practical background of management has come up with several versions of what is meant by such key words as management and organization. The academia views expressed in relation to management theories take a different role than that prescribed to managers. There has not been any concrete definition of management even though the classic definition of Henri fayol still remains in contention to be the preferred choice after eighty years. In the context of what is required I would like to elaborate on the following journals.

Lemak (2004) explains clearly the path through the management jungle and how entangled theories have brought about conflict and confusion. It recommends using management discipline rather than trying to meander our way through the jungle of numerous theories and “schools of thought”. Although the school of thought were interesting it has not been given much attention in our modern and sophisticated managerial world. This approach was set by Koontz and it clarifies the discipline of management.

However, (Lamond, 2005) touched on how we could deal with the present and transform it to the future in trying to learn from the past. He draws attention to past theories that have been mistreated but yet have influence on modern day theory.

According to (Leonard et al, 2004) explored on how great ideologies turn to become great works. They explained how Frederick Taylor preached the gospel of scientific management. Even though it has been criticised it sites example and explain how the theory of scientific management came to being and the impact is still having on both private and public organisation.

Furthermore, (Augier, 2004) explains that behavioural view of the firm is significant to recent growth such as theory of evolution and business cost economics. This article explains the past and progress, concentrating on the contributions made by (March, 1963).

In addition, (Amandi et al, 2004) makes us understand issues related to leadership decision and also gives a clear overview on leadership theories.