Line Structure:- This is the oldest of management structures. It is based on the military model of administration. It comprises of an autocratic superior who administers the unit by acting as a dictator. The subordinates merely execute his orders. It functions through a formal downward Communication channel.
3.Line and Staff structure:- This structure combines in itself the merits of both Line and Functional structures.
It comprises of two sets of officers, namely ‘Line’ and ‘Staff’ executives.
The Line manager has decision making authority.
The Staff officers act as expert advisors who advice the Line managers. The staff officers do not enjoy decision making authority. However this structure suffers on account of Line and Staff conflicts.
3.Line and Staff structure:- This structure combines in itself the merits of both Line and Functional structures.
It comprises of two sets of officers, namely ‘Line’ and ‘Staff’ executives.
The Line manager has decision making authority.
The Staff officers act as expert advisors who advice the Line managers. The staff officers do not enjoy decision making authority. However this structure suffers on account of Line and Staff conflicts.