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"Classical management theory, for all its rationality and
potential to improve efficiency, dehumanized the practice of
management. ... This is a statement stated by
Inkson and Kolb, in the first part of this essay, it will explain what
classical management theory is about, what makes it to dehumanize the
practice of management. ... In the second part of this essay, it will discuss if human
relation movement was an attempt to overcome the dehumanized practice
of management, if so, to what extent.
If you want to fully understand the statement above, you must know
the meaning of classical management theories. There are various
definitions of the classical viewpoint. ... Martin (1994): The classical
viewpoint is a perspective on management that emphasizes finding ways
to manage work and organizations more efficiently. Scientific
management, administrative management, and bureaucratic management are
three different approaches of which the classical viewpoint is labeled
"classical" is that it encompasses early works and related
contributions that have formed the main roots of the field of
management.
Classical management ideas in modern management practice have its
benefits. As Inkson and Kolb (2000:57) said: "Management continues to
be supported by a strong body of theory and knowledge, based on
principles, which have served it well over a number of generations.
Approximate Word count = 969
Approximate Pages = 3.9
(250 words per page double spaced)
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