Management Theories NOTES.

Management
Theories
NOTES.

,Theories/approaches of
schools of MNX
• Learning objectives
 Classical Theories (Scientific
Management)
 Human Relations or Behavioural
Approach Theories
 Systems Theories
 Contingency Theories

, Management
theories
• Mnx theories describe how managers
conduct activities, and keep
institutions operating in an effective
way in order to meet their objectives.
• The different approaches used by
managers have gone through an
evolutionary process.

, Management theories
cont’d
• In practice, no single approach will be sufficient.
• Most managers use a combination of approache
to create effectiveness within the organisation
• The four main classifications are:
 Classical Theories (Scientific Managemen
 Human Relations or Behavioural Approac
Theories
 Systems Theories
 Contingency Theories