Understanding Administrative Thought examines the major ideas, theories, and intellectual developments that have shaped the study and practice of administration. The book introduces the foundations of administrative thought and explores classical approaches associated with organizational structure, division of work, authority, coordination, efficiency, and bureaucracy. It then considers developments in human relations, organizational behavior, decision-making, leadership, motivation, and contemporary management thinking. Attention is given to the historical and social contexts in which different administrative theories emerged and to their continuing relevance to modern organizations.
