Question

Henry is a manager in an operations department in a computer manufacturing company. He thoroughly studied the production process and calculated how long it takes to get the job done. Then he figured out a more efficient way to put all parts together for a computer. He trains and develops employees to use the new method and works with employees to implement the scientific principles. Which of the following management theories does Henry use in this case?
a. Theory X and Theory Y.
b. Systems management.
c. Human relations management.
d. Scientific management.

Answer 1

Answer:

d. Scientific management.

Explanation:

The management theory used by Henry in this case is scientific management, which can be understood as an administrative model created by Taylor.

The main objective of scientific management is to make work more efficient using less resources and efforts, that is, making work more flexible by rationalizing work and implementing scientific techniques and training employees so that there is efficiency and effectiveness in organizational processes, with the lowest cost, time and continuous improvement.