Unit 1
Evaluation of Management
Management is the process of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling resources to
achieve organizational goals efficiently and effectively. Its evaluation can be discussed as
follows:
1. Contribution to Productivity:
Management ensures optimal utilization of resources, leading to increased productivity and
profitability.
2. Achievement of Goals:
It aligns individual efforts with organizational objectives, ensuring goal achievement.
3. Adaptability to Change:
Effective management helps organizations adapt to external and internal changes, ensuring
long-term sustainability.
4. Resource Utilization:
Managers allocate resources (human, financial, material) efficiently to avoid wastage.
5. Decision-Making:
It facilitates informed decision-making, critical for business growth.
6. Motivation and Leadership:
Good management motivates employees and provides strong leadership, boosting morale
and performance.
7. Criticism:
● In some cases, overemphasis on control may suppress innovation.
● Mismanagement can lead to conflicts and inefficiency.
Henry Fayol's 14 Principles of Management
Fayol’s principles are considered foundational in classical management theory. They
emphasize universal managerial practices applicable to all organizations.
1. Division of Work:
Specialization increases productivity and efficiency.
2. Authority and Responsibility:
Authority must be balanced with responsibility to ensure accountability.
3. Discipline:
Rules and agreements must be respected for smooth functioning.
4. Unity of Command:
Employees should receive orders from one superior to avoid confusion.
5. Unity of Direction:
Activities with the same objective must be directed by one plan and one leader.
6. Subordination of Individual Interest to General Interest:
Organizational interests should take priority over personal interests.
7. Remuneration:
Fair compensation motivates employees and ensures satisfaction.
8. Centralization and Decentralization:
The degree of centralization depends on the organization’s size and nature.
9. Scalar Chain:
A clear chain of command should exist, from top to bottom.
10. Order:
People and materials should be in the right place at the right time.
11. Equity:
Managers should treat employees fairly and with respect.
12. Stability of Tenure:
Reducing employee turnover enhances efficiency and loyalty.
13. Initiative:
Encouraging employees to take initiative fosters innovation.
14. Esprit de Corps:
Promoting teamwork and unity improves morale and productivity.
Relevance and Criticism of Fayol's Principles
Relevance:
These principles are still applied in modern management, providing a solid foundation for
managerial practices.
Criticism:
● Too rigid and formal for dynamic environments.
● Focused more on top-down management, less on employee participation.
Conclusion
Management plays a vital role in achieving organizational success. Henry Fayol's principles
provide a timeless framework but must be adapted to suit contemporary business
challenges.
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2. Types of Business Organizations
Business organizations are classified into Public Sector and Private Sector based on
ownership, control, and management.
Public Sector
The public sector is owned and controlled by the government (central, state, or local). It
focuses on providing goods and services to the general public.
Examples:
1. Railways
2. Public Transport
Classification:
1. Public Corporations: Fully government-owned and established by a special act.
2. Government Companies: Joint-stock companies where the majority share is held by
the government.
Merits:
1. Better working conditions.
2. Quick decision-making.
3. Managed by experienced professionals.
Demerits:
1. Monopoly can lead to inefficiency.
2. Changes require legislative amendments.
Private Sector
The private sector is owned, controlled, and managed by individuals or enterprises. It
operates for profit and is classified into:
1. Sole Proprietorship
Definition:
A business owned and operated by a single individual. The owner is responsible for all
aspects of the business and assumes full liability.
Merits:
1. Profits: Entire profit belongs to the owner.
2. Flexibility: Easy to dissolve when necessary.
Demerits:
1.Limited Growth: Difficult to expand due to resource constraints.
2. High Risk: The owner bears all losses and risks alone.
Example: Local grocery stores, small retail shops, freelancers.
2. Partnership
A business owned and operated by two or more individuals who share profits, losses, and
responsibilities. A legal agreement defines the terms of partnership.
Types of Partnerships:
1. General Partnership: All partners share equal responsibility and liability.
2. Limited Partnership: Includes general partners (full liability) and limited partners (liability
restricted to their investment).
Merits:
1. More Capital: Easier to raise funds compared to sole proprietorship.
2.Specialized Skills: Partners bring diverse expertise to the business.
Demerits:
1.Conflicts: Disputes among partners can harm the business.
2. Profit Sharing: Profits must be divided among partners.
Example: Law firms, medical practices, family-owned businesses.
3. Corporations
A separate legal entity owned by shareholders. The corporation can own assets, sue or be
sued, and enter contracts independently of its owners.
Merits:
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1.Fundraising: Ability to raise capital by issuing shares or bonds.
2. Tax Benefits: Can deduct employee benefits and other expenses.
Demerits:
1. Complex Setup: Incorporation requires significant time, paperwork, and cost.
2. Double Taxation: Profits are taxed at both corporate and shareholder levels.
Example: Apple Inc., Tata Group, Infosys.
4. Joint Stock Company
A business where capital is raised by selling shares to the public. Shareholders own the
company, but it is managed by a Board of Directors.
Types:
1. Private Limited Company:
Membership is limited to 2–50 people.Shares cannot be freely transferred.No public
advertisement for share issuance.
2. Public Limited Company:
Open to the general public for investment.No upper limit on the number of shareholders.
Merits:
1. Risk Distribution: Losses are spread across many investors.
2. Stable Existence: Not affected by changes in shareholders.
Demerits:
1. Lack of Secrecy: Financial records and decisions are public.
2. Diluted Control: Ownership and control are separated.
Example: Reliance Industries, Google, Microsoft.
5. Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
A hybrid form combining the features of a partnership and a corporation. Partners have
limited liability, but the business is not taxed separately.
Merits:
1. Limited Liability: Partners are not personally liable for business debts.
2.Tax Efficiency: Income is taxed only at the partner level.
Demerits:
1. Setup Costs: More expensive than a general partnership.
2. Limited Growth: Not as effective in raising capital as corporations.
Example: Startups, small consulting firms.
Comparison of Public and Private Sectors
Conclusion
Both public and private sectors play crucial roles in the economy. While the public sector
focuses on welfare, the private sector drives innovation and efficiency.
