Max Weber was concerned that people in nineteenth-century organizations were in positions of authority due to their ___ rather than their ___.

A) political connections; leadership traits.
B) social standing; job-related capabilities.
C) leadership qualities; job requirements.
D) economic wealth; social standing.
E) managerial competence; economic wealth.

Nineteenth-Century Organizations

Describes the structure and characteristics of organizations during the 1800s, often reflecting industrialization and early managerial practices.

Max Weber

A German sociologist, philosopher, and political economist who is considered one of the founders of modern sociology, known for his analysis of the development of Western capitalism and the concept of rationalization.

Political Connections

These are relationships between individuals or organizations and the political realm that can provide advantages in business or personal endeavors.