Discussion Thread: Using the Structural Theories Lens
Readings
AMA – American Medical Association, 10th EditionAPA 7th – American Psychological Association, 7th EditionMLA 8th EditionTurabian 8th Edition
Bolman, L.G. and Terrence Deal (2021). Reframing organizations: Artistry, choice, and leadership (7th ed.). Chapters 3-5
Sayilar, Y. (2016). THE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE OF STRUCTURAL CONTINGENCY THEORY. Is, Güc: Endüstri Iliskileri Ve Insan Kaynaklari Dergisi, 18(4), 99-124. https://doi.org/10.4026/2148-9874.2016.0333.X
Discuss how the following Guiding Questions—which are based on the structural theories lens—help you better understand your organization. Include in your discussion thread the strengths and weaknesses of this lens for gaining that understanding. You do not have to share your views on each of the guiding questions.
Guiding Questions
1. What is the chain of command in your organization? Tennessee State University President Dr Glover tnstate.edu
a. What is the formal authority in the higher education/organization?
b. That is, who has economic, legal, contractual, collegial authority? Dr White VP Financial
2. Describe the span of control in the organization.
a. How many people report to managers at various levels? https://www.tnstate.edu/academic_affairs/organizational_charts.aspx
b. How many levels exist in the organization?
3. Describe the departmentalization structures of the organization.
4. Where are decisions being made in the organization?
5. Explain where your organization sits on the centralized/decentralized continuum.
6. Are the staff/line distinctions being maintained in your organization?
For each Discussion, post a thread in response to the topic prompt provided. Your thread must contain a minimum 300 words and demonstrate course-related knowledge. Each thread must adhere to current APA writing guidelines and any references included in the thread must be formatted in current APA style. Since this is a personal discussion, you are allowed to use the first-person perspective; however, you must maintain professional decorum in all your threads and replies. No plagiarism no reposting of work on website . Do not sale or post work on s social media .
Thread Count
All key components of the Discussion prompt are answered in the thread. The thread has a clear, logical flow. Major points are stated clearly. Major points are supported by good examples or thoughtful analysis.
Content
Each reply focuses on a meaningful point made in another student’s thread. Each reply provides substantive additional thoughts regarding the thread and an explanation of why the student agrees or disagrees with the idea presented in the thread. Each reply is clear and coherent. Two replies submitted
Thread – Grammar, Spelling, and Current APA Formatting
Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. Paragraphs contain appropriately varied sentence structures. Where applicable, references are cited in current APA format.
Word Count
The thread is 300 words.
