Question

Why is management described as both an 'art' and a 'science'?

• A. It is a science due to its reliance on technology and an art due to its creative marketing.
• B. It is a science because it involves financial calculations and an art because it requires aesthetic design.
• C. It is a science based on established principles and an art because its application requires skill and creativity.
• D. It is a science because it uses data analysis and an art because it depends on individual talent alone.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. It is a science based on established principles and an art because its application requires skill and creativity.

• Management is considered both an art and a science. It is a science because it is based on a systematic body of knowledge, theories, and established principles that can be studied and taught. It is an art because its effective application requires a manager's personal skill, creativity, and judgment to handle complex, real-world situations and lead people. The successful practice of management is a skillful blend of this theoretical knowledge and practical application.