Module 1 Functions of Management

Module 1
Introduction to the Field of Administrative
and Information Management



Unit 1

Functions of Management

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, Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
Contrast each of the functions of management
(planning, organising, leadership and control)
under the headings of:

• the nature and the importance of each function
• the steps and characteristics of each function

Distinguish between different managerial
levels in which these functions are performed


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, Nature of Management



Management can be described as a process by means of
which people in control attempt to use personnel and
other resources as efficiently as possible, in order to
achieve set goals and to provide for set needs.



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