<2.2 ORGANISATION & MANAGEMENT>

--2.2.1 ORGANISATIONAL CHARTS--

--ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE--

ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE refers to the levels of management and division of responsibilities within an organisation.

--CHAIN OF COMMAND--

CHAIN OF COMMAND Refers to THE AMOUNT OF LEVELS WITHIN AN ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE through which orders are passed down from senior management to the lower levels of management.

--TALL--

PROS:

Clear authority and responsibilities at each level.
Strong control over employees.
Better focus on specialization.

CONS:

Slow decision-making process.
Reduced flexibility and innovation.
Communication can become distorted as messages pass through layers.

--SHORT--

PROS:

Faster decision-making and adaptability.
Better communication and employee morale.
Encourages innovation and collaboration.

CONS:

Less control and oversight.
Potential confusion about roles.
Harder to maintain consistency as the company grows.

--SPAN OF CONTROL--

SPAN OF CONTROL Refers to THE NUMBER OF SUBORDINATES DIRECTLY UNDER THE CONTROL OF AN INDIVIDUAL MANAGER.

--ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES OF EMPLOYEES--

2_2_1.pdf

--TASK--

Draw/sketch a basic organisational chart for your school and annotate showing the CHAIN OF COMMAND, as well as the SPAN OF CONTROL of the HEADMASTER.
Imagine that the structure becomes even flatter and wider after the removal of the layer of hierarchy above the teachers (Say subject leaders were removed). What would be the ADVANTAGES and DISADVANTAGES to the new layer above the teachers and the teachers?
COMPLETE THIS PAST PAPER: Case study link (DH) Refer to Appendix 1. Identify and explain Hilda’s span of control and DH’s chain of command.

--2.2.2 THE ROLE OF MANAGEMENT--

--FUNCTIONS OF MANAGEMENT--

--PLANNING--

PLANNING refers to a function that occurs PRE-IMPLEMENTATION, meaning that it is the time the manager 'plans-ahead'.

--ORGANISING--

ORGANISING: refers to a function that also occurs pre-implementation, as it is the time period when the manager makes sure everyone knows their role and who should go where and what they should do.

--COMMANDING--

COMMANDING: refers to a function that occurs DURING-IMPLEMENTATION, as it INVOLVES GIVING INSTRUCTIONS whilst the activity is being conducted.

--COORDINATING--

COORDINATING refers to a function that occurs DURING-IMPLEMENTATION, as it INVOLVES making sure EVERYONE WORKS TOGETHER as a team.

--CONTROLLING--

CONTROLLING refers to a function that occurs POST-IMPLEMENTATION, as it INVOLVES checking how the activity went and thinking about how to improve next time.

TASK

USING THE 5 MANAGEMENT TRAITS ABOVE CREATE A POSTER WITH AN IMAGE OF A FAMOUS ENTREPRENUER/MANAGER AT THE CENTRE. AND ADD TEXT BOXES FOR EACH FUNCTION, EXPLAINING WITH A DEFINITION AND EXAMPLE OF HOW THEY FULFIL THESE FUNCTIONS.

--IMPORTANCE OF DELEGATION--

--TASK--

Using the example above as the template, rephrase and complete the sentences below in the context of a teacher delegating the roll of class monitor to a student.

"Delegation as a teacher is very important to me as when I appoint aclass monitor for my IGCSE Bus. Studies class, it allows me to have more..."

"Delegation as the class monitor of my IGCSE Bus Studies class is very important to me as it motivates...,,"

--2.2.3 LEADERSHIP STYLES--

--AUTOCRATIC LEADERS--

--DEMOCRATIC LEADERS--

--LAISSEZ-FAIRE LEADERS--

--PATERNALISTIC LEADERS--

--TASK--

Let's have a bit of harmless fun shall we? For each leadership style choose a teacher that you think most closely characterizes each and make contextualise in terms of their teaching style.
I have done my own one to help you out. Do you agree???

'The cult of Bounous'

"Mr. Bounous uses a paternalistic style of teaching, in that all his students view him as a father figure (NO not a creepy uncle!), who uses praise and 'tough love' in the form of smiles and frowns respectively, to teach us the 'IB-Bus. Mgt. way of doing things'. His tremendous efforts to help improve our understanding via his amazing website and question banks has bought him our undying loyalty and we would happily go to war for him. He still makes all the major decisions regarding our study of IB Business Mgt., such as test content and pace, though he does offer us a chance to give input which is nice, though it's generally ignored, which can be demotivating. Still though, our strong bond means we really try our best to reward his efforts with good grades so that he doesn't get disappointed, and truly if we would be lost without him, Amen!"

--WHEN TO USE DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP?-

DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP is more suitable than autocratic leadership in situations where teamwork, creativity, and collaboration are important. Here are some specific examples:

WHEN YOU WANT INPUT FROM OTHERS: In a team or group setting, getting different ideas and perspectives can lead to better decisions. Democratic leadership encourages everyone to contribute, which is useful when creativity or problem-solving is needed.
BUILDING TEAM MORALE: In environments where people feel valued and heard, they are more motivated. Democratic leadership fosters a sense of belonging and teamwork.
COMPLEX PROBLEMS: When an issue is complicated and requires multiple viewpoints to solve, it’s better to involve the group. Democratic leaders can gather information from all members and make informed decisions.

--WHEN TO USE AUTOCRATIC LEADERSHIP?--

AUTOCRATIC LEADERSHIP is more suitable in situations where QUICK DECISIONS NEED TO BE MADE or when strict control is necessary.
DURING EMERGENCIES: In situations like a natural disaster or a crisis, decisions need to be made fast. An autocratic leader can quickly take charge and give clear instructions without waiting for group input.
FOR ROUTINE TASKS THAT REQUIRE NO CREATIVITY: When tasks are routine or require little creativity: In cases where the work is straightforward, like in factories or on an assembly line, autocratic leadership can be effective because it keeps things running smoothly with clear orders.
WHEN THE LEADER HAS SPECIALISED KNOWLEDGE: If the leader is an expert in a field and the team relies on that expertise, it might make sense for them to take control and make decisions without needing input from others.
WHEN THERE IS A LACK OF EXPERIENCE: If the team is inexperienced or unsure of what to do, an autocratic leader can provide strong guidance and direction.

--TASK--

Create a LinkedIn profile for a well known person in a management position of your choice using the prompt below on ChatGPT:
"Create a Linkedin profile for ______ that explains how they have exhibited the 5 functions of good management namely planning, coordinating, controlling, organising and commanding, as well as times when they have used delegation successfully and why they think it worked and at least one occasion when it didn't. Finally explain your leadership style and explain why it is so effective"
Then create the profile like the example below.

Jürgen Norbert Klopp.pdf

--2.2.4 TRADE UNIONS--

--TASK TIME--

Create your own persuasive Union poster for an industry of your choice e.g. teacher's union, students union etc... which includes a reason why they feel justified in creating a union as well as all the advantages of becoming a member. (Use the mindmap above to extract the required information) When complete add it to your google classroom doc.

TRADE UNION POSTER BUSINESS.pptx

--REVISION MATERIALS--