 | Chapter Objectives (See related pages)
Identify the factors that influence managers' choice of an organizational structure. |
 |  |  | Explain how managers group tasks into jobs that are motivating and satisfying for employees. |
 |  |  | Describe the types of organizational structures managers can design, and explain why they choose one structure over another. |
 |  |  | Explain why there is a need to both centralize and decentralize authority. |
 |  |  | Explain why managers must coordinate and integrate between jobs, functions, and divisions as an organization grows. |
 |  |  | Explain why managers who seek new ways to increase efficiency and effectiveness are using strategic alliances and network alliances. |
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