Question

Which of the following is NOT management in the real sense:

• A. A Finance Manager working to attain profit with the help of his subordinates.
• B. Captain of the Football team discussing strategies to win the match with his team.
• C. A manager of a Restaurant discussing the day’s menu with his staff.
• D. A street hawker selling his goods alone in the market.

Hint:

Remember, management = coordinating and motivating people to achieve goals; working alone without others is not management.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Management is essentially about working with and through other people to achieve organizational objectives efficiently and effectively. It involves planning, organizing, leading, and controlling the activities of a group. Options (a), (b), and (c) all involve directing or coordinating people toward a common goal. However, a street hawker working alone is not managing others, and hence this situation does not constitute management in the true sense.