A system that outlines how certain activities are directed in order to achieve the goals of an organization
Organizational Structure
Defines how tasks are divided, coordinated & supervised
Includes roles, responsibilities, & processes
Organized in a way that is most efficient to the company
Types of Organizational Structure
Line organizational chart
Line staff organizational chart
Functional organizational chart
Line organizational chart
The simplest & oldest form of organizational structure
Has a clear authority structure with each person reporting one supervision
Creates a direct line of command that flows from the top of the organization ie CEO
Line staff organizational chart
Combines elements of the line organizational structure with specialized staff departments that provide advisory & support functions
Staff departments provide expertise & services that support the line departments in achieving their objectives
Functional organizational chart
Groups employers according to their skills & expertise to specialized their specific function, such as marketing or production
Leads to operational efficiency within each group but can create silos where departments may not communicate effectively with one another or share information
Who is an entrepreneur?
A person who sets up a business taking on financial risks in the hope of making profit.
What is management?
Management is the administrator of an organization or business
What is Leadership?
Leadership is the art of motivating a group of ppl to act towards achieving a common goal