Chapter – VII

Directing
(2+3+3=8 marks)

::: VERY IMPORTANT :::

2 and 3 marks which should not exceed (30-40 words)

DIRECTING:

Define “Direction” as a function of management? – 2 marks (Important)

• Directing consists of supervision, motivation, leadership & communication (SMCL)
• It involves issuing orders and instructions by managers to subordinates
• Guiding and inspiring them
• Supervising their affairs
• Leading and motivating them to efficiently achieve the desired goals of the organisation.

Write two elements of directing? – 2 marks

Answer: give definitions of any two elements viz. supervision, motivation and leadership and communication

Enumerate any two FEATURES of directing? .................