Identify the three management functions.

BE$14\mathrm{.}2($LO $1),$ C Listed below are the three functions of the management of an organization.

Planning.

Directing.

Controlling.

Identify which of the following statements best describes each of the above functions.

a$.$

requires management to look ahead and to establish objectives. A key objective of management is to add value to the

business.

b$.$

involves coordinating the diverse activities and human resources of a company to produce a smooth$-$running

operation. This function relates to the implementation of planned objectives.

c$.$

is the process of keeping the activities on track. Management determines whether goals are being met and what

changes are necessary when there are deviations.