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This document discusses several management theories including management science, systems theory, sociotechnical theory, and contingency theory. Management science focuses on using mathematics and models to aid in problem solving and decision making, especially in finance, MIS, and operations. Systems theory views the organization holistically and how its parts interconnect. Sociotechnical theory focuses on integrating people and technology. Contingency theory determines the best management approach depending on the specific situation.

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This document discusses several management theories including management science, systems theory, sociotechnical theory, and contingency theory. Management science focuses on using mathematics and models to aid in problem solving and decision making, especially in finance, MIS, and operations. Systems theory views the organization holistically and how its parts interconnect. Sociotechnical theory focuses on integrating people and technology. Contingency theory determines the best management approach depending on the specific situation.

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Management Theory - 2

Lecture 4

Management Science
Management Science Theorists
Focus on the use of mathematics to aid in
problem solving and decision making.
Mathematical models are used in the areas of
finance, management information systems (MIS),
and operations management.

Integrative Theories
Systems Theory
Focuses on viewing the organization as a whole and
as the interrelationship of its parts (subsystems).

Sociotechnical Theory
Focuses on integrating people and technology.

Contingency Theory
Focuses on determining the best management
approach for a given situation.

Comparing Theories
Classical

Attempts to develop the best way to manage in all organizations by


focusing on the jobs and structure of the firm.

Behavioral

Attempts to develop a single best way to manage in all


organizations by focusing on people and making them productive.

Management
Science

Recommends using math (computers) to aid in problem solving


and decision making.

Systems
Theory

Manages by focusing on the organization as a whole and the


interrelationship of its departments, rather than on individual
parts.

Sociotechnical
Theory

Recommends focusing on the integration of people and


technology.

Contingency
Theory

Recommends using the theory or the combination of theories that


best meets the given situation.
Exhibit AP12

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