Chapter 9 & 10: Size, Life Cycle, and Culture

Bureaucracy:

An organizational framework marked by rules, hierarchy, and a clear division of labor (Weber's ideal type).

Authority Types:

1. Rational-legal

2. traditional

3. charismatic

Rational-legal

Based on belief in the legality of rules and the right of those elevated to authority to issue commands.

Traditional

Based on belief in traditions and the legitimacy of the status of those exercising power

Charismatic

Based on devotion to the exemplary character or heroism of an individual person.

Organizational Culture:

The shared values and norms that guide how members of an organization interact and make decisions.

• clan culture

• mission culture

Clan Culture:

Focuses on involvement and participation of members to meet changing expectations from the environment.

Mission Culture:

Characterized by emphasis on a clear vision of the organization's purpose and the achievement of goals.