After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Meaning of Authority 2. Features of Authority 3. Types 4. Accountability 5. Limitations. Meaning of Authority: Authority is the right to carry out the assigned tasks (responsibilities). It is the power to issue directions, allocate resources, make decisions, command people etc. Authority is the power of the position to communicate decisions [...]
This article throws light upon the top four theories of authority. The theories are: 1. Formal or Classical Theory of Authority 2. Acceptance Theory of Authority 3. Authority Theory of the Situation 4. Competence Theory of Authority. 1. Formal or Classical Theory of Authority: This is known as top-down authority. It supports the principle of scalar chain or organisational hierarchy. [...]
This article will help you to learn about the difference between delegation and decentralization of authority. Difference between Delegation and Decentralisation of Authority Difference - Delegation of Authority 1. Delegation has narrow scope as there is limited transfer of authority. 2. Delegation is complete when there is transfer of authority from one person to another. 3. The delegator continues to [...]