Introduction to Business Management
Business management is the process of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling the activities of a business to
achieve organizational goals efficiently and effectively.
Objectives of Business Management
• Achieve business goals
• Increase profits and growth
• Improve productivity
• Satisfy customers
• Maintain employee motivation
• Ensure long-term sustainability
Functions of Management
1. Planning
Planning means deciding in advance what to do, how to do it, when to do it, and who will do it.
2. Organizing
Organizing involves arranging resources and tasks to achieve objectives.
3. Staffing
Staffing is the process of hiring, training, and developing employees.
4. Directing
Directing means guiding and motivating employees to perform tasks.
5. Controlling
Controlling ensures that actual performance matches planned performance.
Levels of Management