Business_Chap007_英文课件.pptVIP

Management A process designed to achieve anorganization’s objectives by using itsresources effectively and efficientlyin a changing environment Managers Managers make decisions about the use of resources and are concerned with: Planning Organizing Leading Controlling the organization’s activities The Functions of Management Where Planning Starts Objectives The ends or results desired by the organization and are derived from the organization’s mission Mission The statement of an organization’s fundamental purpose and basic philosophy Types of Plans Strategic plans Establish long-range objectives and overall strategy Tactical plans Designed to implement strategic objectives (usually one year or less) Operational plans Specify actions to achieve tactical plans (very short-term) Crisis Management Contingency Planning Requires that managers plan for “when” rather than “if” a disaster occurs Organizing Helps create synergy Establishes lines of authority Improves communication Helps avoid duplication of resources Can improve competitiveness by speeding up decision making Staffing Managers must ensure that the organization has enough employees with appropriate skills to do the work. Managers must also determine: What skills are needed for specific jobs How to motivate and train employees to do their assigned jobs How much to pay employees What benefits to provide How to prepare employees for higher-level jobs in the firm at a later date Directing Motivating and leading employees to achieve organizational objectives Recognition and appreciation are often the best motivators for employees. Controlling Control involves five activities: Measuring performance Comparing present performance with standards or objectives Identifying deviations from the standards Investigating the causes of deviations, and taking corrective action when necessary Correcting activities to keep the organization on course The Levels of Management The Ten Highest Paid CEOs Importance of Management F