Why Managers of Zimbabwean Local Authorities Need the Knowledge of Management Theories: An Evaluation of Specific Management Theories.

Abstract

Theories of management that managers of local authorities in Zimbabwe should be familiar with include Taylor’s scientific management theory, administrative theory and bureaucracy theory; behavioural approaches and the systems approaches. Knowledge of management theories is essential for successful management and leadership. To help meet the challenges like competition, efficient and economical uses of resources and maximum output, knowledge of management and theories of management is basic requirement.