MANAGEMENT BY TYPE

A further classification of managers is also done by their type.Generally,there are two types of managers;line and staff.

Line Managers-Managers who are directly in the chain of command are called kine managers.They have the responsibility for the principal activities of the organization.Line managers deal directly with the organization's primary goods and services.They make things,sell things,or provide consumer service.Production and marketing managers are examples of line managers.These managers are responsible for the achievement of the organization's goals.Line managers have power and authority to the organization.They have ultimate responsibility for making operating decisions.They are also accountable for the "bottom line" results of their decisions.

STAFF MANAGERS-The need for specialized or technical information increases as organization.These manager are called staff managers.These managers are those who provide advice and expertise in their specialized area of knowledge.They assist and support the line managers in undertaking their function.Staff managers are however outside the formal chain of command.Their staff authority is restricted to their immediate assistants.The managers working in personnel,purchasing,legal,research and development,finance, and public relations functions are staff managers.