Asked by Carley Hirsch on May 11, 2024

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Which of the following people were responsible for first articulating the four functions of management in 1916?

A) Henry Mintzberg
B) Henri Fayol
C) Henry Ford
D) Frederick Herzberg

Henri Fayol

A French engineer and theorist, recognized for developing one of the first comprehensive theories of management in the early 20th century.

Henry Mintzberg

A renowned Canadian academic and author known for his work on business and management structures, strategy, and organizational effectiveness.

Henry Ford

An American industrialist and business magnate, founder of the Ford Motor Company, and sponsor of the development of the assembly line technique of mass production.

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Aleea HodgeMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Henri Fayol was the first to identify the four functions of management: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling, in 1916.