Mintzberg's Organizational Configurations

The video tutorial discusses six types of organizational configurations, ranging from simple structures like entrepreneurial startups to more complex forms such as machine bureaucracies and adhocracies. It highlights the characteristics and objectives of each type, providing a comprehensive overview of how organizations can be structured based on their goals and work types.

What is the basis for the six types of organizational configurations?

• The type of work and objectives

• The size of the organization

• The location of the organization

• The age of the organization

Which type of organizational structure is characterized by being an entrepreneurial startup?

• Simple Structure

• Divisional Organization

• Professional Organization

• Machine Bureaucracy

What is another name for the idealistic organization?

• Professional Organization

• Missionary Organization

• Adhocracy

• Divisional Organization

Which organizational type is known for having a lot of bureaucracy?

• Machine Bureaucracy

• Simple Structure

• Adhocracy

• Professional Organization

Which of the following is NOT one of the six types of organizational configurations mentioned?

• Divisional Organization

• Professional Organization

• Adhocracy

• Network Organization