The Management Process and Kinds of Managers

Flashcards about the management process

Planning and Decision Making

Setting goals for the organization and deciding how to achieve them.

Organizing

Arranging resources (people, materials, etc.) to carry out the plan.

Leading

Guiding and motivating people to work towards the organization’s goals.

Controlling

Tracking progress towards goals and making adjustments as needed.

Top Managers

Executives like the president, vice president, and CEO. Set overall goals, create strategies, make major decisions, and represent the company to outsiders.

Middle Managers

Managers like plant managers, operations managers, and division heads. Implement policies and plans made by top managers and supervise lower-level managers.

First-Line Managers

Supervisors, coordinators, and office managers. Oversee day-to-day operations and supervise non-managerial employees.

Marketing Managers

Handle activities related to promoting and selling products or services.

Financial Managers

Manage the organization’s finances, including accounting, investments, and cash management.

Operations Managers

Oversee the production and delivery of products and services.

Human Resource Managers

Handle employee-related activities, such as hiring, training, and performance evaluations.

Administrative Managers

General managers not tied to a specific function, often overseeing various departments.

Public Relations Managers

Manage the organization’s image and interactions with the media.

Research and Development (R&D) Managers

Oversee scientific research and innovation.

Internal Consultants

Provide expert advice to other managers.

International Managers

Handle operations in foreign countries.

Social Media Managers

Manage the organization’s presence on social media platforms.