Management Theories Quiz

Which of the following best describes Scientific Management Theory?

• It emphasizes strict rules and hierarchical structures.

• It focuses on worker efficiency and task optimization.

• It promotes employee creativity and collaboration.

• It rejects standardization and specialization.

Who is considered the father of Scientific Management?

• Henri Fayol

• Max Weber

• Frederick Taylor

• Elton Mayo

Which principle of Scientific Management suggests that work should be studied systematically rather than relying on guesswork?

• Rule of Thumb

• Science, Not Rule of Thumb

• Harmony, Not Discord

• Development of Workers

Administrative Management Theory was developed by:

• Frederick Taylor

• Henri Fayol

• Max Weber

• Douglas McGregor

Henri Fayol's principle of Unity of Command means:

• Employees should receive orders from only one superior.

• Organizations should have a clear mission statement.

• Managers should avoid close supervision.

• Employees should be given multiple responsibilities.

Which of the following is not one of Henri Fayol's 14 principles of management?

• Division of Work

• Authority and Responsibility

• Standardization of Tasks

• Equity

Bureaucratic Management Theory, developed by Max Weber, emphasizes:

• Informal leadership and flexible structures.

• Hierarchy, formal rules, and merit-based promotions.

• Worker satisfaction and motivation.

• Decentralized decision-making and collaboration.

According to Weber, an ideal bureaucratic organization should have:

• A focus on personal relationships.

• Clearly defined roles and responsibilities.

• Flexible leadership structures.

• No formal rules or regulations.

A major advantage of Bureaucratic Management in schools is:

• It promotes innovation and creativity among teachers.

• It ensures consistency and accountability in administration.

• It eliminates the need for hierarchical decision-making.

• It allows teachers to work without supervision.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of Scientific Management in education?

• It may neglect creativity and teacher autonomy.

• It encourages flexible decision-making.

• It avoids the use of structured lesson planning.

• It limits data-driven decision-making.