Management Evolution

Management Evolution
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Task
• You are required to write an essay on the evolution of management theory and its relevance to contemporary workplaces using examples of organisations to illustrate each of the following theoretical concepts:
    Taylor’s scientific management
    Maslow’s hierarchy of human needs
    Demings Total Quality Management
• Go on to examine and evaluate critically the applicability of these theoretical concepts to influence managerial practices in your chosen organisations. (Look at the pros and cons)
• Academic and professional communication skills: You must follow an essay structure that is at a minimum an introduction; a main body that outlines the argument, analyses the material you have researched and assesses this according to the guidelines above; and a conclusion.Your writing style must follow professional literacy: Citations and a final reference list that follows the APA 6 guidelines accurately; the quality of writing and presentation: accurate mechanics (spelling, grammar, punctuation etc.); use respectful language to discuss all people; avoid emotive language; employ inclusive, non-sexist language. Use a minimum of three (3) academic journals as citations/references.
In short, you will need to demonstrate an understanding and critical analysis of the concepts, as well as evaluating the practical reality in the workplace. Please refer to relevant academic literature and source materials, as well as drawing upon your knowledge of the organisation.