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Describe three types of authority demonstrated by managers in an organisation.

      

Describe three types of authority demonstrated by managers in an organisation.

  

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Kavungya
Different types of authority are found in this structure: line, staff, and functional authority.
Line authority is represented by the chain of command; an individual positioned above another in
the hierarchy has the right to make decisions, issue directives, and expect compliance from
lower-level employees.-
Staff authority is advisory authority; it takes the form of counsel, advice,' and recommendation.
People with staff authority derive their power from their expert knowledge and the legitimacy
established in their relationships with line managers.
Functional authority allows managers to direct specific processes, practices, or policies affecting
people in other departments; functional authority cuts across the hierarchical structure. For
example, the human resources department may create policies and procedures related to
promoting and hiring employees throughout the entire organization.
Kavungya answered the question on May 17, 2019 at 15:43


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