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'The most appropriate structure and system of management are dependent upon contingencies of the situation for each particular organization'. Using examples assess the validity of this statement.  

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Assignment: 'The most appropriate structure and system of management are dependent upon contingencies of the situation for each particular organization'. Using examples assess the validity of this statement. Main Issue: Both external and internal environment are complex, a single and steady management system will not adapt to the dynamic situation. To survive in variable environment, contingency approach does not only provide a viable model of structure and system of management, but also helps to develop a thorough understanding of complex situations and to take appropriate action. Key Structure: 1. Understand 'system' theory. (key writers: Burns & Stalker) 1.1 System thinking, based on actual company structure given as example ... 300 words 1.1.1 Co-operative system thinking (Barnard), system approach emphsizes coordination and achievement of goals 1.1.2 Open system: input - transformation system - output 1.2 Developed system theory: Mechanistic & Organic ... 300 words 2. Quote the contingency approach, continue with above example 2.1 Contingency theory, a development of system approach ......

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