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This course explores two main perspectives on understanding organisations - the rational system and the natural system - examining their defining characteristics and selected thoughts from influential theorists such as Taylor, Fayol, Weber, Simon, Mayo, Barnard, Selznick, and Parson.Through a comparison and contrast of the rational and natural system theorists, this course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how different approaches to organisation theory can shape our understanding of how organisations function and survive.After the successful completion of the course, you will be able to learn about the following,
Understand the organisation as a rational system.
Defining characteristics of rationality.
Selected thoughts such as Taylor, Fayol, Weber, and Simon of the rational perspective.
Understand the organisation as a natural system.
Differentiate Rational and natural theorists.
Understand distinctive theories of organisation survival.
Selected thoughts such as Mayo, Barnard, Selznick, and Parson of the natural perspective.
Concluding remarks on the rational and natural system theorists.
This course explores two main perspectives on understanding organisations - the rational system and the natural system - examining their defining characteristics and selected thoughts from influential theorists such as Taylor, Fayol, Weber, Simon, Mayo, Barnard, Selznick, and Parson.
Through a comparison and contrast of the rational and natural system theorists, this course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how different approaches to organisation theory can shape our understanding of how organisations function and survive.
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Advanced Discussion on Rational and Natural Theorists Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Advanced Discussion on Rational and Natural Theorists Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.
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There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course.
The certificate is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and get updated on current ideas in their respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience.
CEO, Director, Manager, Supervisor
Undergraduate or graduate students
Business professionals
management professionals
human resources professionals
Entrepreneurs or business owners seeking to better understand their organizations
Researchers or academics studying organizational theory
Anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of how organizations function and survive.
Average Completion Time
2 Weeks
Accreditation
3 CPD Hours
Level
Advanced
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