Management Process

Mrs. NationsIntro. to Business and

Technology

Management Functions Are the pieces which compose the

management process Are the key steps which must be

completed in order to achieve an organization’s goals

Are the major responsibilities or tasks of a supervisor

Management Functions Planning Organizing Staffing Implementing Controlling

Planning

Planning

Should be realistic, comprehensive and flexible

Includes determining plans for the short and long term use of: people technology material sources outside factors

Involves defining an organization’s: goals objectives strategies chain of

command

Management Tip When completing any management plan,

keep in mind the plan will be used to meet a given goal and therefore should be clear and direct

Organizing• Involves dividing work into

manageable segments in order to achieve goals

• Determines:– when and which tasks will be

completed– the communication and reporting

process– who will make critical decisions– deadlines, work groups, committees

and business structures

Organizing Often requires the completion of an

organizational chart Sets up the framework needed to complete

staffing Is very decision-making intensive

Staffing Should be completed to fulfill the needs of a

company Is a process which includes:

communicating the need for new employees

submitting applications interviewing prospective employees hiring assigning jobs and authority

Implementing Also thought of a leading Involves:

directing and coordinating employees

motivating employeesdirecting activitiescommunicating with employees

Is a vital component in the management process

Effective Leadership Techniques

• Provide clear directions• Be consistent• Treat employees fairly• Lead by example

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Controlling Is the process comparing expected results

with actual performance Involves:

monitoring the organizations performance examining the efficiency of the

organization correcting problems which may occur evaluating employee performance

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Assignment Complete the Flow Chart for the

Management Process List each of the 5 steps of the process Provide a short description for each Place in your notebook as #3

“Management Process Flow Chart” Complete any missing notebook items of

journals!