Classical and Human Relation Theories of Management

This article discusses the classical and human relation theories of management and their impact on modern business practices. It explores the principles of scientific management, administrative theory, and bureaucracy. The drawbacks of classical theories are also examined, along with the development of human relation theories such as the Hawthorne Studies and Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. Case examples from McDonald's and Nucor Steel are provided to illustrate the application of these theories in real-world organizations.