Myths, Stereotypes and Realities of Classical Management Theories: The Quest for Equilibrium for School Management Effectiveness

Bello Ahmed Bello

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The paper examined the myths, stereotypes and realities of classical management theories as related to school management effectiveness. Related literature on the origin, postulations, merits and demerits of the theories were reviewed. The paper posits that although the theories are applicable in managing most of the formal organizations, yet the school managers should be cautious in trying to make use of the theory in managing schools which are not profit-oriented organizations. As such, the paper recommends application of some of the postulations of the Scientific Management Theory among other things. 


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