Welcome to Organization Management, a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage and lead organizations in today’s dynamic business environment. This course will explore key concepts, theories, and practical approaches to managing both people and processes in various organizational contexts.
This Lesson Four aims to provide learners with an in-depth understanding of different organizational structures, their characteristics, and the impact these structures have on the efficiency and effectiveness of an organization.
The class includes interactive class exerices, and lecture materials. The lesson contains these main topics:
The concept of organisational structure
- Types of organisational structures:
* Hierarchical vs horizontal structure
* Centralization vs. decentralization
* Tall vs. flat structure
* Mechanical vs. organic structure
* Formal vs. information structure
* Others: matrix, network, entrepreneurial, divisional and so on. - Features, advantages and disadvantages of different types of structure
- Identify the factors that affect organizational structure
- Discuss the relationship between organization structures, and organizational performance
The materials contain:
- A comprehensive PowerPoint presentation covering all key topics.
- Case studies and real-world examples for analysis.
- Interactive team and class exercises designed to reinforce learning.
- Recommended readings and resources for further exploration.
- Assigned homework of textbook reading and independent study
This lesson aims to equip learners with the knowledge to understand and analyze the various organizational structures and their implications on business operations and management. The understanding gained here will be crucial for future lessons focusing on specific management functions within these structures.
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