Henri Fayol’s Management Theories and Principles: Overview

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This document discusses the life and management theories of Henri Fayol, a French engineer and mining director. It covers his five functions of management and fourteen principles of management, which are still relevant today. It is useful for understanding the foundations of classical management theory.

What's inside

  • Introduction to Henri Fayol
  • Fayol's five functions of management
  • Fayol's fourteen principles of management
  • Division of labor
  • Authority and responsibility
  • Unity of command and direction

Who it is for: Students of management, business, and organizational behavior. (Undergraduate)

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Summary

Henri Fayol's management theories and principles are outlined. Students learn about Fayol's background, his five functions of management and his fourteen principles.

Fayol's early career

Fayol's career as a mining engineer is described. His work as a director of mines is detailed.

Fayol's five functions

Fayol's five functions of management are listed. Each function is explained briefly.

Fayol's fourteen principles

Fayol's fourteen principles of management are listed. Each principle is explained briefly.

Unity of command and direction

Unity of command and unity of direction are explained. Their differences and relationship are discussed.

Key terms

Division of labour
The splitting of work into smaller tasks for efficiency.
Authority and responsibility
The rights and duties that come with a management position.
Equity
Fairness and kindness in managing employees.
Order
The systematic arrangement of things and people.
Fair remuneration
Wages that are reasonable and satisfactory to both employer and employee.
Stability of tenure
Employees staying in their jobs for a fixed period.

Questions this document helps with

  • What are Fayol's five functions of management?
  • What is the difference between unity of command and direction?
  • What does Fayol mean by equity in management?

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