...| Contents Introduction 3 1. Understanding of Different Approaches to Management and Leadership 3 1.1 Comparison of Effectiveness of different leadership styles in different organizations 3 1.1.1 Autocratic Leadership Style 3 1.1.2 Democratic or Participative Leadership Style 4 1.1.3 Free Rein Leadership Style 4 Table: 1 5 1. 2 The Best Suited Leadership Style in this Scenario 5 1. 3. How Organisational Theory Supports the Practice of Management 5 1.3.1 Classical Theory 5 1.3.2 Neoclassical Theory 6 1.3.3 Contemporary Theory 6 1.4. An Evaluation of Different Approaches to Management Used by Different Organizations 6 1.5. Organisations that Adopt Different Approaches of Management 8 2. Understanding of the Ways of Using Motivational Theories in Organisations 8 2.1 The Impact of Different Leadership Style on Motivation in the Periods of Organizational Change 8 2.2 An Effective Leadership Style Can Help to Achieve Organisational Objectives 8 2.3 Comparison of the Application of Different Motivational Theories within the Workplace 9 2.4 ‘Motivation can Increase Employee’s Performance’- A Justification with Argument 9 2.5 The Usefulness of a Motivation Theory for Managers 9 3. Understanding of the Mechanisms for Developing Effective Teamwork in Organisations 10 3.1 The Nature of Groups and Group Behaviour Within Organisations 10 3.2 An Analysis of the Activities Performed by Different Types of Groups 10 3.3 The Factors that may Promote...
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...and contrast different organizational structure and cultures: 2 1.2 Explain how the relationship between an organization’s structure and culture can impact on the performance of the business: 4 1.3 Discuss the factors which influence individual behavior at work: 4 2. Understand different approaches to management and leadership: 5 2.1 Compare the effectiveness of different leadership styles in different organizations: 5 2.2 Explain how organizational theory underpins the practice of management: 5 2.3 Evaluate the different approaches to management used by different organizations: 6 3. Understand ways of using motivational theories in organizations 7 3.1 Discuss the impact that different leadership styles may have on motivation in organizations in period of change: 7 3.2 Compare the application of different motivational theories within the workplace: 8 3.3 Evaluate the usefulness of a motivation theory for managers: 9 4. Understand mechanism for developing effective teamwork in organizations 10 4.1 Explain the nature of groups and group behavior within organizations: 10 4.2 Discuss factors that may promote or inhibit the development of effective teamwork in organizations: 10 4.3 evaluate the impact of technology on team functioning within a given organization: 11 References: 12 Introduction: Organization is the combination of people for allocating and using specific resources to produce goods and services. Organization can be different types. Producing...
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...EFFECTIVE APPROACHES IN LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT Effective Approaches in Leadership and Management: Nursing Staff Ratio Yu Chen Grand Canyon University: NRS-451V Nursing Leadership and Management October 11, 2015 Effective Approaches in Leadership and Management: Nursing Staff Ratio Introduction Identifying and maintaining the appropriate number and mix of nursing staff is critical to the delivery of quality patient care (American Nurses Association, 2015). Staffing issue is very important simply because this ongoing concern affects the quality of health care service, the safety of both patients and nurses. Many research shows that adequate staff ratio has close relationship with patients’ safety and recovery time of period. In this paper, different nursing leadership and approaches are discussed. Skills and methods employed by leaders and managers to address staff issue are described. My preferred approach is also presented. The Importance of the Issue The benefits and importance to maintain s safe staffing ratio is never underestimated. • Relieve nurses from overload, fatigue and burnout so that they can focus on work to reduce medical and medication errors • Plenty of nurses can provide better service and attention to patients so that complications will be decreased • Mortality could be decreased due to more frequent monitoring of patients’ health condition and prompt response from on-duty nurses and doctors Different Nursing...
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...STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP Managers provide leadership to an organisation. Organisational leaders influence the behaviour of subordinates so that they willingly and enthusiastically work towards the achievement of organisational objectives. Strategic leaders manage the strategic management process that is designed to help the organisation achieve its objectives. Strategic leadership is the ability to lead an organisation towards the achievement of its objectives. The tasks involved in exercising strategic leadership are typically to anticipate, envision, maintain flexibility and empower others to create strategic change as and when necessary. Strategic leaders are the lynchpin in the strategic management process. Among the strategic leaders, we have managers operating at different levels of an organisation: corporate-level, business-level, functional-level and operational-level. • Corporate-level managers include the chief executive officer (CEO), senior executives and the corporate staff. The corporate-level managers manage the strategic management process for the whole organisation. These managers may carry designations such as CEO, managing director, executive director or president. • Business-level managers are the strategic leaders at the business, division or SBU levels. These managers manage the strategic management process at the business-level. These may carry designations such as the general manager or vice-president. • Functional-level managers are the strategic leaders...
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...specifically focussing on the following four sections Section 1: Culture at FacileAvion Section 2: Management and leadership at FacileAvion Section 3: Motivation at FacileAvion Section 4: Effective teamwork Scenario/Vocational Context The assignment for the Organisation Behaviour module is project based on the following scenario: You work for FacileAvion the largest low cost airline operating in Europe. There has recently been a change of management at the board level and they are looking at how they can improve employee engagement over the next few years. The new Board have noticed that employee satisfaction feedback scores have consistently been decreasing over the last year and would like you to carry out an analysis as to the reasons and provide recommendations. Task 1 (this task provides evidence for LO 1.1, 1.2, 1.3) Section 1: Culture at FacileAvion Discuss the role of culture by focussing on the following areas: Compare and contrast different organizational cultures and structures (1.1) Explain how the relationship between organisation structure and culture can affect performance (1.2) Discuss the factors which affect individual behaviour at work, specifically in the context of a company that is similar to FacileAvion (1.3) Required: Write section 1 of the report (max: 1,250 words) Task 2 (this task provides evidence for LO 2.1, 2.2, 2.3) Section 2: Management and leadership at FacileAvion Explain and contrast the...
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...Marketing Management (Hong Kong) BA (Hons) LeAdersHip in A CHAnging environMent ModULe HrM10988 student study guide The Business School www.napier.ac.uk/business-school Leadership in a Changing Environment STUDENT STUDY GUIDE Authors: Dr J. McMillan, Ms M. Anderson, Dr L. McLean, Ms. J. O`Neill and Mrs N. D’Annunzio-Green • May 2014 Edition • J. McMillan, M. Anderson, L. McLean, J. O`Neill, N. D’Annunzio-Green • The Business School • Edinburgh Napier University First published by Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh, Scotland © 2014 No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means – electronic, electrostatic, magnetic tape, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise – without permission in writing from Edinburgh Napier University, 219 Colinton Road, Edinburgh, EH14 1DJ, Scotland. Contents Page 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Welcome to Leadership in a Changing Environment Overview of Topics Reading and Other Resources Assessment Information Tutorials 1 5 15 17 21 Welcome to Leadership in a Changing Environment 1 Welcome to Leadership in a Changing Environment Hello and welcome to the Leadership in a Changing Environment module. My name is Dr Janice McMillan, and I am the Module Leader. This Student Study Guide provides you with information on the module, including the two formal assessments – the case study report and unseen exam. The topics will be introduced by a representative...
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...Behavior Name：WANQIU LIN Tutor: Word accounts: Date: Content Introduction………………………………………………………………………………..3 Examine different approaches to management and leadership…………………….. Evaluate ways of using motivational theories in organization……………………….. Explain mechanisms for developing effective teamwork in organizations…………. Conclusion………………………………………………………………………………… References………………………………………………………………………………. Introduction Organizational behavior is a field study of human behavior in organization, is a multi-discipline study. It investigates the behavior of individual, group and organization itself. In this report I will use Apple and Google to talking about : 1. Different approaches of management and leadership in Apple Inc. and Google Inc. 2. Discuss the motivation theories and evaluate the using of motivational theories in organizations. 3. Explaining mechanisms for developing effective teamwork in organization. 1.Examine different approaches to management and leadership Management and Leadership Shackleton (1995, p. 2) suggests that 'leadership is the process in which an individual influence other group members towards the attainment of group or organizational goals'. Leadership is a process that including a group and attaining a goal. Google Inc.’s Management approach Google has a lots of Management approaches, the main approach is Scientific approach and Human behavior approach. In scientific approach, the company focus on improve...
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...Attitudes towards Gender and Leadership Effectiveness By: Claire Duthil Attitudes towards Gender and Leadership Effectiveness Abstract This paper seeks to review and discuss the roles of gender in leadership and how they are effective. As shown from previous overviews, the evidence for sex differences in leadership behavior is still mixed, yet it is clear that these sex differences have not vanished. Although we are in the 21st century, women face hardship every day in the workplace as leaders. It is argued that sex differences in leadership styles is one of the main reasons in which male and female leaders work with different styles. Organizational factors like sex-composition of the immediate working context and hierarchical level are important moderators of leadership styles. For example, women are more likely than men to lead in a style that is effective under contemporary conditions (Eagly, Carli, 2003). To contrast these claims, Veccho claims that "women have some disadvantages in typical leadership style but suffer some disadvantages from prejudicial evaluations of their competence as leaders, especially in masculine organizational contexts" (Veccho, 2002). All in all women are rising into leadership roles at all levels. Problem Statement The society has always been in a need of effective management and efficient leaders on top. The roles of leaders determine the course and successfulness of the processes in all walks of life. In times...
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...as a core person in an organization or individual group plays a necessary role. An outstanding leader should not only possess special traits but also have to apply suitable leadership theory. As the society develop, the leadership theory is changing continually. The primary theories such as the great man theory and trait theories insisted that leaders are born with specific traits, latterly the theory such as the behavioral approach stressed that leadership could be learned.（Northouse 2012） After those theories modern approaches appeared. Compared with the older theories the modern approaches focused increasingly on the relationship between leaders and followers but not just about the leaders’ traits. And another obvious change is the communication method verifying from one way (top down) to a two way interaction between leaders and followers, so that subordinates could propose their own suggestions and ideas. This report is mainly about a sandwich factory operates in the Greater London area, and established by Kirsty Flower in 2005. The management team are all mid-twenties, females and have no experience about company management. (Case Study: Week 5)The purpose of this essay is to outline modern approaches which have been used in the leadership of Kirsty and analyze the strengths and weaknesses of Kirsty’s leadership. There are three modern leadership theories which have been applied in the leadership of Kirsty. The first one is path-goal theory. According to Northouse (2012)...
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...GLOBAL STRATEGY AND LEADERSHIP STUDENT SUPPORT SLIDES Semester 1, 2016 MODULE 1 AN INTRODUCTION TO STRATEGY AND LEADERSHIP NEED TO MEET MODULE OBJECTIVES • • • • • • • • Explain the development of the evolution of strategy Outline the ethical responsibilities and challenges that leaders of organisations are confronted by Discuss the different approaches to strategy, and how they differ from one another Identify the strategy process and describe the purpose of each step Explain the concepts of strategic thinking and analysis Describe the various levels of strategy and the links between them Explain the drivers, challenges and benefits of globalisation Discuss the role of the accountant in the strategy process PRACTICE • • • Have you completed the questions in the Study Guide? Have you completed the Learning Examples in the Student Notes? Have you completed the knowledge check questions from this module? Key revision areas: • The different approaches to strategy: rational, processual, evolutionary, systemic • The levels of corporate strategy and the scope/content of each • The drivers, challenges and benefits of globalisation • Evolution of corporate strategy as a concept – Porter, Mintzberg • Operational effectiveness v. strategic positioning • Developing the strategy – see Focus slide • Ethics in leadership: classical and socioeconomic views Strategy and leadership Approaches to strategy ...
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...parts of the company. What is Leading A good leader inspires employees, boosts morale and encourages effective communication among employees. Excellent leadership can even increase the organization's income. How Leaders Influence Others Influential leadership styles The message is getting through that ‘command and control' leadership is obsolete. A different leadership style, one that depends on influencing others rather than ‘telling', is required to deal with current market complexities and fast-paced environmental changes. Traditional leadership worked well in less turbulent times where companies ran on simple departmental lines - and the CEO had time to think and plan with other executives. Communication was straight-forward, markets were predictable and people delivered consistently. But few businesses run this way. Many, Nokia being a prime example, are fluid networks where power no longer comes with the position you hold but through your ability to influence others to act. BP, once a traditional organisation, now has many network overlays where people interact with peers to get things done. Our environment influences us to some extent but we are influenced directly by colleagues. We rarely think or act in isolation at work - we influence, and are influenced by, what our colleagues say and do. Leadership means influencing the things that matter We expect leaders to emphasise what is...
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...Unit 3: Organisations and Behaviour Learning outcomes Explore organizational structure and culture Examine different approaches to management and leadership and theories of organization Examine the relationship between motivational theories Demonstrate an understanding of working with others, teamwork, groups and group dynamics Assessment criteria 1.1 Compare and contrast different organisational structures and culture 1.2 Analyse the relationship between an organisations structure and culture and the effects on business performance 1.3 Analyse the factors which influence individual behavior at work Organisations and Behaviour OB: The study of human behavior, attitudes, and performance in organizations. Value of OB: Helps people attain the competencies needed to become effective employees, team leaders/members, or managers Competency : an interrelated set of abilities, behaviors, attitudes, and knowledge needed by an individual to be effective in most professional and managerial positions Organisation Structures All businesses have to organise what they do A clear structure makes it easier to see which part of the business does what There are many ways to structure a business Types of Organisations Hierarchical Flat Tall Functional Product based Geographically based Matrix Centralisation Decentralisation Hierarchical structure Organisation employees are ranked at various levels within the organisation Each level is one above the other At each stage in the chain, one person has...
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...Global Strategy and Leadership is the capstone segment for the CPA Program professional level. This segment consolidates your learning in the other three compulsory segments, Ethics and Governance, Financial Reporting and Strategic Management Accounting. In the increasingly complex business environment in which organisations operate, characterised by change, uncertainty and escalating competition, the disciplines of strategy and leadership have become critical to successful organisational performance. The aim of this segment is to link the knowledge of management and financial accounting to the concepts of strategy and leadership. Accountants use a variety of technical information to make decisions for the future of the business within an ethical framework of operation. This segment shows that accounting information, ethics, strategy and leadership are applicable to accountants working throughout the world in diverse organisations. As discussed in Ethics and Governance, accounting as a profession is respected internationally and CPAs are employed worldwide. The segment materials address the needs of candidates operating in different international markets in varying roles. This segment builds upon knowledge gained in the other three compulsory segments of the professional level. The concepts of professional ethics and good governance underpin the segment. Candidates who have previously undertaken the Advanced Audit and Assurance or Strategic Management Accounting segments will...
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...Week One Leadership Approaches LDR 531 February 17, 2013 Dr. Pat Abstract Leadership can have several definitions. Researchers can take many different approaches to studying leadership and leadership styles. Indicators can be examined to determine the effectiveness of leaders and potential leaders. It can be argued that leaders are not “born”; they are trained and taught skill sets that develop their leadership style. Leadership approaches are classified into the following five approaches: the trait approach, the behavior approach, the power-influence approach, the situational approach, and the integrative approach. I believe the behavior approach may be a better suited approach for companies like the one I worked at for eight years. Table of Contents Introduction 4 Research 4 Behavioral Approach 4 Workplace 5 Pros and Cons.................................................................................................................................6 Conclusion......................................................................................................................................6 Reference........................................................................................................................................8 Week One Leadership can be defined many ways. One way to define it is; Leadership is “the behavior of an individual . . . directing the activities of a group toward a shared goal.” (Hemphill &...
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...Since the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11, 2011, CEOs (Chief Executive Officers) have had to play important roles in the international commerce, because of the global economy recession, which was caused by the massive political uncertainty (Garten, 2008). Hambrick and Mason (1984) have also stated that because leaders of corporations are empowered to make a decision, they have an important impact on team characters and outcomes. The importance of leadership is definitely obvious. However, different approaches to leadership can lead to totally converse results. Authoritarian and laissez faire are two typical styles. The former means individuals control over all decisions with little input from group members, it is dominant and self-reliant. Conversely, the latter depends on teamwork, and be more democratic. This essay will firstly compare these two approaches to leadership in successful multinational companies in various aspects and then illustrate the benefits and drawbacks of each one respectively. Finally, it will analyse and evaluate the appropriate applications in terms of creating sustainable success, which includes steady period management and crisis management. What should to be emphasized is that it is unfair to define one leader as an exact example of an authoritarian leader or a laissez faire leader, thus, in this essay, I only classify leaders by the some characters they showed. The differences of these two modes are...
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