Teoría estructuralista de la administración

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The structuralist theory is discussed, emphasizing its significance in sociological studies of social organization and the key elements within this theory.

Structuralist Theory Elements

• The four primary elements in all organizations are:

• Authority: Involves directing or controlling others towards collective goals.

• Communication: Sharing subjective states, ideas, and beliefs through language for goal achievement.

• Behavior Structure: Refers to work division, organizational functioning, and employee behavior.

• Formalization Structure: Focuses on studying norms, rules, and policies guiding company operations.

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Characteristics of the structuralist theory are explored along with its emergence in response to productivity issues and its focus on studying company problems.

Characteristics of Structuralist Theory

• Emergence in late 1950s due to low productivity concerns; different from prior scientific approaches focusing solely on productivity or personnel.