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MANAGEM E NT
THEORY HENRY FAYOL

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 W H AT I S
A D M I N I S T R AT I O N
F O R H E N R Y F AY O L ?
A C C O R D I N G T O H E N R Y F AY O L :
“ A D M I N I S T R AT I O N I S T H E A R T O F
GOVERNING.” GOVERN, UNDERSTOOD AS
L E A D I N G T H E O R G A N I Z A T I O N T O WA R D S
THE PROPOSED GOAL, TRYING TO
O B TA I N T H E G R E AT E S T P O S S I B L E
BENEFIT FROM THE RESOURCES
AVA I L A B L E . I T I S T O E N S U R E T H E
PROGRESS OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.
ADMINISTRATION IS DIVIDED INTO FOUR
STAGES ACCORDING TO HENRY FAYOL

PLANNING: What is going to be done? This stage covers the actions and activities that
will be carried out to achieve the objectives established by the organization, such as
be procedures, strategies, budgets, conduct policies, etc.

ORGANIZATION: How is it going to be done? The organization consists of assigning the

necessary resources to be able to meet the objectives set, through the
division of labor, coordination of tasks, definition of positions, etc.
DIRECTION: How do you achieve what was planned?
Management guides people's work towards achieving planned
objectives, through motivation, delegating authority,
transmitting information, generating good human relations, etc.

CONTROL: How was the plan carried out? This stage seeks to
ensure that the activities and functions established in the
organization are being executed, for example, setting standards
for evaluating activities, proposing improvements, applying
sanctions, avoiding deviations, etc.
 WHY IS ADMINISTRATION
IMPORTANT IN A COMPANY?
Administration is crucial for a company for several reasons. First, management
helps set clear goals and plan how to achieve them as efficiently as possible.
Additionally, management is responsible for organizing the company's resources,
such as personnel, money, and materials, to ensure that they are used in the best
possible way. It is also important for leading and motivating the team, as well as
monitoring progress and making adjustments when necessary. In short,
management is essential to ensuring that a company operates effectively and
achieves its objectives.
 WHAT ARE THE 14 PRINCIPLES OF
ADMINISTRATION ACCORDING TO HENRI FAYOL?

1. Division of labor
2. Authority and responsibility
3. Discipline
4. Command unit
5. Steering unit
6. Subordination of individual interest to the general interest
7. Staff remuneration
8. Centralization
9. Hierarchy
10. Order
11. Equity
12. Stability of personnel
13. Initiative
14. Team spirit
WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF UNITY
OF COMMAND IN FAYOL'S THEORY?
The importance of unity of command in Fayol's theory lies in the idea that each employee must
receive orders and be supervised by a single superior. This avoids confusion, duplication of
efforts and ensures a clear chain of command within the organization. Unity of command also
contributes to efficiency and effectiveness in the execution of tasks, since it avoids conflicts of
authority and reduces the possibility of organizational disorder.
In summary, for Fayol, unity of command is important because it provides clarity in the lines of
authority and responsibility, which contributes to smoother and more efficient organizational
functioning.​
 WHAT ROLE DOES DISCIPLINE PLAY IN
FAYOL'S CLASSICAL MANAGEMENT THEORY?

In Fayol's classical management theory, discipline plays a crucial role in the

functioning of the organization. Fayol emphasized the importance of discipline in
the sense that employees must respect the rules and agreements that govern the
organization. Discipline guarantees order and compliance with established rules
and procedures, which in turn contributes to a harmonious and efficient work
environment.​