BUSI 3103 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1-6: Rational Basis Review, Chaos Theory, Organizational Theory
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Administrative priciples closed system management perspective that focuses on the total organization and groaws from the insight of practitioners. Bureaucratic organization- impersonal, rational basis through elements such as clearly defined authority and responsibility formal record keeping and uniform application of standard rules. Chaos theory scientific theory suggests that relationships in complex, adaptive systems are made up of numerous interconnections that create unintended effects and render the environment unpredictable. Contextual dimensions- traits that characterize the whole organization including its size technology environment and goals. Meso theory new approach integrates both micro and macro lvl"s of analysis. Resource based approach- useful when other indicators of performance are hard to obtain. Perceive and correctly interpret the real properties of the external environment. Abilities of managers to use intangible and tangible day to day to achieve superior performance. Ability to respond to changes in the external environment. Internal process approach- useful when efficient use and harmonies internal functions are ways to assess organizational effectiveness.
