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प्रश्न
What is meant by 'functional structure' of an organisation?
Explain the concept of 'functional structure' of an organisation.
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उत्तर
A functional organisational structure is one wherein the activities of a similar nature are grouped together in departments, and all departments in turn report to a head. For example, an organisation can have numerous departments such as production, human resources, finance and marketing, each of which in turn reports to a coordinating head.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
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Meaning
The differential between 'Functional and 'Divisional' structure of organising on the basis of the
following:
Formation
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- origin,
- authority, and
- flow of communication.
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