Theories of Management: Classical and Human Relations

Running head: Theories of management 1
Theories of management

Theories of management 2
Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................3
Literature review.........................................................................................................................................4
Conclusion...................................................................................................................................................5
References...................................................................................................................................................6

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Introduction
Management is necessary to make sure the harmonization of individual endeavours. Group
efforts are important for the companies but large groups increase the complexity of the
managers. Management theories are helpful for the organization to understand the concepts and
implement the strategies within an organization. These are implemented in the organization to
amplify the productivity and the service quality (Suddaby, 2010). Managers of the company do
not use single theory or concept while executing strategies in the workplace. They generally use
the combination of various theories on the basis of demand of workforce, place and purpose. In
this assignment the discussion has been carried out on Classical and human relations theories.
These theories are important for making better understanding about the theories of management.
Classical management theories focus on emphasising the structure, thinking about what is good
for the firm or not. The system of management has become more human centred, highlighting
the ability of individuals to act unconventionally and creatively toward carrying out the potential
of the people they employ. Human relations management theories highlight the significance of
supporting the requirements of the workers with the needs of the company and implementing the
policies focused at their mutual advantages. The different conception of motivation, rewards and
incentives and way of working will be discussed in this assignment to insight the reflection of
them on the policies of the company.

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Literature review
There are various theories which can be used in the organization for enhancing the productivity
of the employees. The two theories of classical and human relations will be discussed below to
make clear understanding about the roles of theories in the organization.
Classical management theory
There are multiple levels of employees are involved in this theory to improve the productivity. It
has been analyzed that every level, employees of the organization are expected to increase their
productivity by applying the specific procedures. Moreover, the main focus of this theory is on
an impersonal side of business. However, cooperation is necessary for attaining the target of the
company but over friendliness and personal interaction can become the cause of conflicts
(Ashkanasy, Humphrey & Huy, 2017). Rules and policies of the organization must be followed
by each employee of the company and the hiring and firing of employees must narrate only to
the skills they acquire. Classical approach of management is considered as the first studies of
management which highlighted rationality and making organization and workers as effective as
possible. It provides a suitable framework for the training and education of potential managers.
There are three modules of classical theory that is scientific management, bureaucratic
management and administrative management (Clark & Neumann, 2016).
Scientific management
Scientific management theory is introduced by Taylor who believed to analyze the work in
scientific manner. As per Frederick Taylor, it was easy to find out the correct way to perform a
task. It has been analyzed that the best way of working can reduce the stress and increases the