Leadership & Management Report: SpaceX and Management Theories

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of leadership and management principles, exploring various theories and their practical applications. The report begins by defining the roles of managers and leaders, differentiating between hard and soft skills essential for effective management. It delves into different leadership concepts and methods, including constraints theory, adaptive leadership, transformational leadership, and transactional theories. The report examines the influence of leadership styles on decision-making and the importance of organizational culture. The report uses SpaceX as a case study to illustrate the application of these theories, analyzing the effectiveness of the company's leadership and offering recommendations for improvement. The report also investigates the impact of different approaches to leadership and management on organizational performance, emphasizing the importance of team dynamics, communication, and the establishment of norms. The report aims to provide insights into how leadership and teamwork can enhance organizational success.

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PEARSON BTEC HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS (RQF) 04. LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT (LEVEL 4)
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MUHAMMAD TALHA MUHAMMAD AWAIS AYAZ
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CONTENTS
Learning Outcome 1....................................................................................................................................................................3
Manager...................................................................................................................................................................................3
Leaders:....................................................................................................................................................................................3
Leadership: Concepts and Methods......................................................................................................................................4
Adaptive Leadership in Complex Environments: A Conceptual Framework..................................................................4
Different Management Theories in Relation to Management & Leadership Activities in Different Organizations.....6
Analysis of the Application of Leadership & Management Theories on the Effectiveness of a Large Organization. . .9
Learning Outcome 2..................................................................................................................................................................11
Factors that Influence the Development of the Culture in Organization........................................................................13
Charles Handy.......................................................................................................................................................................13
Comparison of Leadership & Management Styles on Decision Making.........................................................................16
Importance of Organization Culture on the Performance of Different Organizations..................................................19
Critically Evaluate the Impact of Different Approaches to Leadership & Management..............................................21
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Introduction
The report examined management and leadership to ensure that the project was completed on schedule. Theories
of management and leadership styles have been explained in part through the lens of operational management. To
do this, I've chosen to work in a small space. Satellite manufacturer and transportation service provider
headquartered in California, SpaceX is best known for the Falcon 9 rocket it has developed. When Elon Musk
founded SpaceX in 2002, he wanted to make it possible for humans to colonize Mars by decreasing the cost of
space travel. This includes SpaceX's Dragon cargo spacecraft, Starlink communications satellites, and Falcon 9
and Falcon Heavy rockets.
LEARNING OUTCOME 1
MANAGER
A manager's role in a corporate environment is often considered. Thus, the management function can be used in a
wide variety of contexts. Task completion on schedule and on a budget is the responsibility of management.
Human and material resources are also typically part of his responsibilities (physical or economic resources,
among others). Carry out duties that he has been assigned; he must use all of the resources at his disposal.
Purchasing and disposing of resources are mainly in the hands of management in most organizations. They can
hire or fire employees, request supplies and equipment, and organize teams based on the project's needs. To
become a manager, you need to have a particular amount of education, experience, and training. Managers in an
organization can be classified as either operational, tactical, or strategic based on the nature of their duties
(Morgan, 2021)..
SOFTSKILL AND HARDSKILL
Hard Skill
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What you've learned in your job or education that is applicable to your current position is referred to as a hard
skill. For example:
Your familiarity with a POS may be based on your previous experience working in the food service or retail
sectors.
To be able to use Microsoft Excel, one must have taken an accounting course.
With some practise, you might be able to converse fluently in another language.
For each industry, there are specific skills that are required before one can begin working in the field. For
example, if you want to be an architect, you'll need to know how to use drafting software like AutoCAD. National
Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) requires a licence as well (NCARB). The NCARB
requires that architects pass a series of exams, including the Architectural Registration Examination, before they
may become members (ARE)
Prerequisites for a successful career can be found in many other fields. Others may be able to provide on-the-job
training for certain technical abilities.
Check out Career Paths to see what skills businesses are looking for in a specific role.
Soft Skill
Personal habits and traits that impact how you work both on your own as well as in a team are known as soft
skills. When it comes to soft skills, communication is a sought-after quality. In addition, these qualities include
dependability as well as good teamwork and active listening...
As you search for a new job, interpersonal skills are essential. Soft skills are just as vital as hard skills in the
office if you want to create an environment where your teammates can be productive while having fun. As a
result, companies increasingly want employees who possess both soft and hard skills. The difficulty of learning
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soft skills may make certain firms favor those with a more technical background over those with a strong set of
soft skills.
If you're looking for a job in HR, you may not be aware with the various data analysis tools available. An
applicant's soft skills (e.g., openness and communication) can assist them get the job over someone who has better
hard abilities but lacks the same level of soft skills.
LEADERS:
There have been many violent and destructive leaders throughout history who could not lead others. Whether or if
it is still a symbol of leadership. In my mind, leaders are people who go above and beyond their duties. Make a
difference in the lives of others and be motivated by the right reasons.
To get a group of people moving in the correct direction, you need a visionary and a motivator. By prioritizing the
interests of others, leaders can nevertheless attain their own objectives. No two people must have followed a
similar path to reach the top. There will be a greater variety of perspectives represented in the next generation of
leaders. Of course, various people will see things differently. To be effective, organizations must have a common
understanding of leadership (Morgan, 2021).
LEADERSHIP: CONCEPTS AND METHODS
Over the years, numerous research on leadership has yielded multiple hypotheses. Philosophers, academics, and
cognitive experts have all proposed theories regarding creating a leader. Individuals can learn how to improve
their leadership abilities by applying these notions. For this reason, every manager should be familiar with the
most significant leadership theories, as detailed below.
Constraints Theory
According to this belief, there is no "one size fits all" method to leadership. Instead, to make the best decision in
each situation, a leader needs to consider all possible factors that could play a role. "Effective leadership is about
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striking the perfect balance between needs, situation, and behavior," as one scholar put it. This ability to recognize
and address their followers' needs, appraise the current situation, and take necessary action is what sets the best
leaders apart from the rest (Morgan, 2021).
ADAPTIVE LEADERSHIP IN COMPLEX ENVIRONMENTS: A CONCEPTUAL
FRAMEWORK
It is a common misconception that one leadership style is better than another. However, both the contingency and
situational theories emphasize the importance of the surrounding context. The situational hypothesis put forth by
American academic Paul Hersey considers both the leader's style and the followers' maturity levels. According to
this theory, diverse situations need different leadership and decision-making. Leaders must take stock of their
current position before deciding what to do next (The 11 Most Important Management Theories For Small
Business - Sling, 2021).
1. Transformative Leadership Theory
The interaction between leaders and followers forms the basis of the Transformational Leadership theory, which
is also known as the Relationship theory of leadership. Leaders that fascinate and motivate their followers to grow
and progress in their abilities are discussed in this concept (The 11 Most Important Management Theories For
Small Business - Sling, 2021).
2. Transactional Theories
These theories look at leadership through using rewards and punishments as a basis for leadership behaviors. The
use of incentives and penalties to motivate employees is a frequent practice (The 11 Most Important Management
Theories For Small Business - Sling, 2021).
3. Psychological Theory
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Behavioral theory focuses on leaders' actions and behaviors rather than their physical attributes or traits. Unlike
the Great Man Theory and the typical approach to leadership, there are many learned or acquired qualities
necessary to be an effective leader. It is asserted here that one can learn how to be a good leader. Considered one
of the top management theories (The 11 Most Important Management Theories For Small Business - Sling, 2021).
4. Great Men's Leadership Theory
It is based on the idea that leadership is more of an inborn quality than a learned one and is thus one of the oldest
theories in the field. Success in leadership roles is more likely for those born with a leader's personality traits –
charm, self-assurance, intelligence, and interpersonal talents. According to this belief, leadership is an inborn trait
that cannot be learned. It's either there, or it's not there. However, despite the theory's negative connotations, many
modern thinkers and even some leaders themselves have rejected it. A fascinating perspective on leadership, in
any case, focuses on characteristics that have been constant throughout history and continue to identify the best
leaders (The 11 Most Important Management Theories For Small Business - Sling, 2021).
5. This is known as the Theory of Leadership Traits.
Like the Great Man theory, which states that people with specific attributes are more suited for leadership jobs,
leaders are born with particular characteristics. Therefore, it follows that a person's ability to lead well can be
accounted for by several personal attributes, such as intelligence, self-discipline, and ingenuity (The 11 Most
Important Management Theories For Small Business - Sling, 2021).
DIFFERENT MANAGEMENT THEORIES IN RELATION TO MANAGEMENT &
LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES IN DIFFERENT ORGANIZATIONS
One of my first jobs after graduating from college was at Space z. This allowed me to better understand the duties
and responsibilities of team members while observing the company's boss. My primary objectives in this project
are to analyze leadership styles, evaluate the effectiveness of space x, and provide advice on how leadership and
teamwork might improve the organization's performance. A team's success is influenced by a variety of factors.
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Team norms can be established by allowing team members to share their personal experiences. In addition,
members of a new group will frequently discuss the group's standards of conduct. By doing so, it is possible to
identify and build norms that improve teamwork and productivity.
The strength of a team's ties can be measured by its capacity to establish and maintain a set of norms. Practical
norms can develop naturally if team members have previously worked together in successful teams. However,
destructive means such as the Great Man theory of leadership and the Contingency theory can take root without
specific guidance, leading to disastrous outcomes for an organization (The 11 Most Important Management
Theories For Small Business - Sling, 2021).
It is expected that the organization will implement a leadership trait model. Many leadership styles, such as
authoritarian, democratic, and persuasive, are discussed to figure out which of the three is ideal for organizations.
A team's success is influenced by a variety of factors. First, the team members must have the required skills and
attitudes. They must create an environment in which everyone can work with dedication... This level of
transparency can only be achieved if all team members communicate openly. Everyone needs to know precisely
their responsibilities and what they are expected to accomplish. Everyone in the team is accountable for their
actions. All participants must work together efficiently to eliminate any uncertainties or concerns. People who
work in groups need to be able to acknowledge and value the efforts of their colleagues (The 11 Most Important
Management Theories For Small Business - Sling, 2021).
Subsystem — The whole (your business) is built on subsystems, which themselves are built on yet more
subsystems. Because it is a way of looking at your business rather than a concrete management process, you can
use Systems Theory in concert with the other management theories on this list (The 11 Most Important
Management Theories For Small Business - Sling, 2021).
It is by Administrative Principles.
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Henri Fayol (1841-1925) developed administrative management concepts from a top-down perspective, a miner
and engineer.
After Conducting an Extensive Investigation, he has Arrived at these six Conclusions About Staff
Management:
 Organize
 Command
 Control
 Coordinate
 Plan
 Forecast
 Here, the bureaucracy is in charge.
The Desk of a Small-Business Proprietor
The bureaucratic management theory of Max Weber (1864-1920) was developed utilizing a sociological perspective. As
advocated by Max Weber, he was a big proponent of well-defined hierarchical corporate systems with clear rules and
responsibilities.
 As far as business models go, Weber prefers the following:
 It's clear who is to blame for the situation.
 Assets belonging to both the owner and the company are kept separate.
 The organization has a hierarchical structure.
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Retaining Accurate Records
A person's qualifications and performance should be considered when making hiring and promotion decisions.
Rules that can be Consistently Applied Are Required.
Bureaucratic Management has a bad reputation since it is perceived as impersonal and prone to mired in minutiae.
However, a standard operating procedure (SOP) or organizational structure can be quite helpful for new
organizations.
Scientific Research Administration
He experimented with techniques to boost the output of his workforce while Frederick Taylor (1856-1915) ran a
factory. This research verified his notion that the scientific method is a more accurate predictor of workplace
efficiency than judgment or discretion (The 11 Most Important Management Theories For Small Business - Sling,
2021).
Scientific Management is founded on standardization, specialization, aptitude-based assignment, and
comprehensive training and supervision. Businesses can't succeed unless they follow these guidelines. Moreover,
the quickest possible task completion is essential to maximize earnings.
Bosses and subordinates appeared to have poor communication. According to Taylor, companies should be
administered more effectively to increase productivity. Today, Henri Fayol's administrative management theory is
still critical. Fayol says that you may create a compelling and successful business by following these criteria. Fall
is more concerned with the entire structure than with how quickly a task is performed. Fayol assigned each
employee a direct manager and a strong working relationship between the two of them. According to Fayol's
administrative management concept, all employees should be working toward the same goal. According to Fayol,
the only way to attain economic success and productivity is to have a well-structured company (The 11 Most
Important Management Theories For Small Business - Sling, 2021).
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ANALYSIS OF THE APPLICATION OF LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
THEORIES ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF A LARGE ORGANIZATION
The quality of a company's leadership directly affects its performance. They impact a company's morale, morale,
and culture. This is because they influence how the firm thinks and acts. How the plan is implemented and how
effectively it works depends heavily on these factors. There are leaders at whatever level of an organization, and
they aren't just at the top. They all have one thing in common: they're all in charge of something. They have an
enormous impact on those around them regarding an organization's most valuable asset: its people.
In the same way that businesses, government agencies, and non-profit organizations all need leaders, libraries do.
Regardless of whether the library is a public, special, or academic one, the library's administration has a direct
impact on the quality of the library's service to its patrons. Resource allocation, service offerings, and acquisition
methods are just a few of the aspects of this topic. People, material, and consumer behavior can all be influenced
by how well the library's management manages these three facets of their organization. Because libraries are
organizations, it's crucial to consider how different leaders could affect them and how patron experiences might
be affected.
A leader's personal attributes or techniques for establishing influence and authority are characterized by current
leadership theories. Autocratic, democratic, bureaucratic, or charismatic are used to describe leadership styles.
How power is transferred and used to achieve goals determines whether leadership is transactional, situational, or
transformative. To have a meaningful and desired consequence, one must understand these tropes. Leadership
quality can vary widely across industries or even within a single organization, as not all leaders are created equal.
For an organization's goals to be met, a leader's quality and effectiveness must be judged based on their style. As a
starting point, let's look at the most common forms of leadership and how they might benefit a team (The 11 Most
Important Management Theories For Small Business - Sling, 2021).
Autocratic
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