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Who is considered the "Father of Personnel Management"?

AHenry Fayol

BRobert Owen

CF.W. Taylor

DCharles Babbage

Answer:

B. Robert Owen

Read Explanation:

  • Robert Owen, a promoter of the cooperative and trade union movement in England, emphasized the importance of the human element in industry. He is recognized as the

  • Father of Personnel Management for his ideas on human relations, such as shorter working hours, housing facilities, and worker training.


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While both F.W. Taylor and Henry Fayol were pioneers of management thought, their focus and approach differed. Which of the following statements accurately highlights a difference between their contributions?Which of the above statements is/are correct?

  1. Fayol's approach was focused on improving the overall administration and efficiency of the entire organization, whereas Taylor's was concentrated on improving productivity at the shop-floor level.
  2. Taylor's principles, such as "Unity of Command," were designed to ensure a clear hierarchical structure, while Fayol's "Functional Foremanship" promoted specialization.
  3. Fayol is considered the founder of "Scientific Management," while Taylor is regarded as the father of "Administrative Management."

    What is the most accurate implication of this statement?

    1. The principles of management are only applicable to industrial and business organizations.
    2. Management is applicable to all types of organizations, from families and schools to government departments and military organizations.
    3. Management is a process that has remained unchanged since ancient civilizations and has not been affected by new theories or technologies.
    4. The core functions of management (planning, organizing, etc.) are the same everywhere, but the way they are implemented may vary depending on the organization.
      Which of the following is NOT one of the six groups of general and industrial management as identified by Henry Fayol?