CLASSICAL ORGANIZATIONAL THEORY

Explain the key characteristics of classical organizational theory taking note of the following

Why the theory is mostly used up to date

What are the key constructs of this theory

which organizational structure used by this theory. Is it formal and informal

what type of culture involved

which research methods used by this theory

what are primary assumptions the theory hold?

Does the theory value the needs and feelings employees , external and internal environment and stakeholders

Does the theory involve views of employees when planning

Does the theory look at the global and turbulent world . Is the theory flexible or dynamic

What are the most important ideas?

What is the management type used? Bottom up or top to down

How the theory describes the human behavior?

What are the consequences of the theory to organizations and management?

which other theories contributes to the make up of the theory

why it is considered efficient in managing the organization