Theories of Organizing

Classical theory: This theory is based on the following fourprinciples:1. Division of labor: The production of a commodity is divided into the maximum number of different divisions. The work of each division is looked after by different persons. This theory is based on the following four principles:2. Scalar and functional processes:• The scalar process deals with the growth of organization vertically. The functional process deals with the growth of organization horizontally. The scalar principles refer to the existence of relationship between superior and subordinate. This theory is based on the following four principles3. Structure: The organization structure may be defined as the prescribed patterns of work related behavior of workers which result in the accomplishment of organizationalobjectives.4. Span of control: It means an effective supervision of maximum number of persons by a supervisor. Neo-classical theory• It is developed to fill up gaps and deficiencies in the classical theory and is concerned with human relations movement. Modern organization theory• Modern theories include the systems approach, the socio-technical approach and the contingency or situational approach. Motivation theory: It is concerned with the study of work motivation of employees of the organization. The works are performed effectively if proper motivation is given to the employees. The motivation may be in monetary as well as non-monetary terms. Decision theory: Organization as a structure of decision maker.