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Directing

Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 12 · Business Studies

Flashcards for Directing — Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 Business Studies. Quick Q&A cards covering key concepts, definitions, and formulas.

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Card 1Meaning of Directing

Define directing in the context of management.

Answer

Directing refers to the process of instructing, guiding, counselling, motivating and leading people in the organisation to achieve its objectives. It encompasses supervision, motivation, leadership an

Card 2Characteristics of Directing

List the four main characteristics of directing.

Answer

1. Directing initiates action - it sets work in motion 2. Directing takes place at every level of management 3. Directing is a continuous process throughout the organisation's life 4. Directing flows

Card 3Importance of Directing

Why is directing important for organisations? Give any four points.

Answer

1. Helps initiate action by people towards desired objectives 2. Integrates employees' efforts for organisational performance 3. Helps employees realise their full potential through motivation 4. Faci

Card 4Principles of Directing

State the principle of 'Maximum Individual Contribution' in directing.

Answer

This principle emphasises that directing techniques must help every individual in the organisation contribute to their maximum potential for achieving organisational objectives. It should bring out un

Card 5Elements of Directing

What are the four main elements of directing?

Answer

The four main elements of directing are: 1. Supervision - overseeing and guiding employees 2. Motivation - stimulating people to perform better 3. Leadership - influencing people to achieve goals 4. C

Card 6Supervision

Define supervision and explain its dual meaning.

Answer

Supervision has two meanings: 1. As an element of directing - process of guiding employees' efforts to accomplish desired objectives 2. As a function performed by supervisors - a managerial position a

Card 7Importance of Supervision

Why is supervision important? List three key roles of a supervisor.

Answer

Supervision is important because supervisors: 1. Maintain day-to-day contact and friendly relations with workers 2. Act as a link between workers and management, conveying ideas both ways 3. Play a ke

Card 8Motivation Concepts

Distinguish between motive, motivation and motivators.

Answer

Motive: Inner state that energises and directs behaviour towards goals (e.g., hunger, security) Motivation: Process of stimulating people to action to accomplish desired goals Motivators: Techniques u

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