Mary Parker Follett, a classical management theorist, believed that ___.

A) groups were mechanisms through which diverse individuals could combine their talents for a greater good
B) organizations are communities in which managers and workers should labour in harmony
C) the manager's job is to help people in organizations cooperate with one another and achieve an integration of interests
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Organizations as Communities

The view that emphasizes the social aspects of organizations, where members share values, norms, and objectives, fostering a sense of belonging.

Integration of Interests

A negotiation strategy aimed at finding solutions that satisfy the interests of all parties involved, rather than focusing on fixed positions.

Diverse Individuals

People who come from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and demographics, contributing to the richness of perspectives within a group or organization.