Hester Nienaber
Assessing the management status of South Africa
Absa Bank (South Africa)
purpose purpose paper assess status management south africa designmethodologyapproach achieved firstly providing concise summary classical management theory followed presentation selected dimensions south africas economic social political profile cultural profile reflected secondary sources discussion south africas profile visvis management theory presented findings findings show south africa faced unique competitive challenges fall within realm management unfortunately unavailability competent senior managers forms part south africas problem aggravating situation practical implications practical implications south african managers need face reality acquainting sound theory underpinning management available reputable sources applying principles insight improve competitive positions enterprises also south africa whole moreover impact economy positively domestically regionally globally reap benefits success like firms countries originalityvalue paper original sense seeks give comprehensive however brief overview complex topic classical management linking south africas unique challenges value script lies concise presentation classical management thought consequent implication consistent application could play vital role overcoming competitive challenges facing south africa