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In an organization role of a manager depends upon the organizationu2019s size, nature, goals, as well as its processes. In order to do full justice to the position of a manager, one must be knowledgeable, aware, adaptive, responsive, communicative, result-oriented, decision-maker, risk-taker and a leader. That is why at MITSDE, we formulate the study material in such a way that the candidates master these skills. MITSDE is the part of reputed MAEERu2019s MIT Pune.
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MIT School of Distance Education Different roles played by the managers in an organization
Different roles played by the managers in an organization • Be it a large, medium-sized or small organization, managers with sound communication and managerial skills are indispensable for its seamless functioning and sustainable growth. However, an organization has several managers, each playing a distinct role than others. It is the combined efforts of all the managers that garner success for the organization.
In an organization, a manger’s role depends upon the organization's size, nature, goals, as well as its processes. Usually, the managerial positions are divided into various segments according to the skill, awareness, and roles of the managers. These include
The Top Management • Also known as the ‘think-tank’ of the organization, the top management consists of the board of directors. The top management has the role of creating an action plan to achieve organizational They also oversee the processes and operations carried out in the organization
Senior Management • This segment includes senior managers who ensure the financial stability of the organization. An organization can determine its yearly financial stability only when it has maintained an accurate financial statement, which is ensured by general managers. Moreover, it is important that every department achieves its goals, which is managed by the functional manager who is assisted by a team of managers.
Line and Staff Managers • Line managers manage individual employee and follow unity of command with their subordinates. The staff manager provides information to the line managers for proficient management.
Project Managers • A project manager is in charge of an individual He manages the entire project from its commencement to the completion. His task involves planning and organizing the resources and defining the goals of that project.
Diverse roles that a manager is expected to play in an organization • A manager represents the organization and it is his task to sustain interpersonal relationships in every way. A top-level manager has to represent the organization socially as well as legally among various companies and the public. A senior manager has to represent his team to the top managers but at the same time, he has to keep a proper relationship with his teammates as well as seniors. Similarly, line and staff members report to their seniors and the chain of hierarchy continues in every organization.
In general, every manager is bound to perform different roles in an organization to fulfill the set goals. These roles were found by Professor Henry Mint berg after research of several weeks. These roles fall under three categories as listed below:
INTERPERSONAL ROLE • Figurehead: A manager acts as a figurehead and undertakes various responsibilities like ceremonial, social as well as legal. • Liaison: It is the manager’s task to foster a strong bond between the employees and employers and to facilitate both internal as well as external communication. • Leader: A manager should exhibit leadership qualities and direct the employees.
DECISIONAL ROLE • Disturbance Handler: A manager should deal with any unforeseen issue or complication in the organization. • Negotiator: He should participate in various decisions or agreements with different departments.
Entrepreneur: The business environment is ever-changing, so a manager should adapt the changes, solves the issues, bring new ideas and implement them for the organization's benefit. • Resource Allocator: He should allocate all the basic resources of the organization such as natural resources, staff, funds, etc appropriately in order to optimize their use.
INFORMATIONAL ROLE • Disseminator: A manager serves as a disseminator as he communicates all the vital information to the team and ensures that the employees, employers and the organization work efficiently. • Monitor: A manager regularly checks and improves the performance of the workforce as well as the organization.
Spokesperson: He maintains public relations and communicates the messages, objectives and information to the people on behalf of the organization.
Conclusion • These were Different roles played by the managers in an organization. In order to do full justice to the position of a manager, one must be knowledgeable, aware, adaptive, responsive, communicative, result-oriented, decision-maker, risk-taker and a leader.
That is why at MIT School of Distance Education we formulate the study material in such a way that the candidates master these skills. MITSDE is the best college for Distance PGDM. We also organize webinars and personality development classes to prepare the candidates to become efficient managers. So, you should definitely enroll for our job-oriented distance learning management courses.
