Abraham H. Maslow and Douglas M. McGregor both believed that in order for people to work to their full potential, they're basic needs have to be satisfied. (Herzberg, 1964) Douglas McGregor also put forth the concept that people's management-behavior is dependent upon their view of human beings and work. (McGregor, 1960) Organizational design concepts have been constantly evolving since the last fifty years. Change is good and should be used as a strategy for organizations to achieve their goals and objectives. (McNamara, 2003)
Research Methods
This thesis will be based on primary as well as secondary research. Initially an extensive secondary exploratory research will be conducted on the topic of management styles used globally, the culture and values of the Middle East and management styles that were used in the past and those that are currently used. This phase of the thesis is expected to take about a month and will be documented in the first stage (approximately 70-80 pages). After gaining the necessary knowledge a survey using questionnaires and a focus group using approximately 100 individuals in managerial cadre in the region will be conducted. This primary data collection will be based on the first phase of the research. It is estimated that this phase will take approximately 45 days and the data will then have to be analyzed for trends and significance. The investigator will need basic computer equipment and reasonable funding for traveling to interviews and mailing out the questionnaires. At present, personal resources will be allocated for this study.
Expected outcome for this thesis
To gain as comprehensive information of management styles...
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