LITERATURE REVIEW ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS

What is the Final Format? As previously stated, the Literature Review: Final Assignment will be written in the prescribed format, must be a minimum of sixteen pages, must utilize at least 15 scholarly references

Use the Outline below

Table of Contents

Abstract

Organizational Structure

Introduction

Background information and the purpose of the literature review

Research objectives and questions

Findings

Organizational Structure Theoretical Perspectives

Classical Approaches

Key concepts and theories

Contributions and limitations

Modern Approaches

Key concepts and theories

Contributions and limitations

Types of Organizational Structure

Functional Structure

Definition and characteristics

Advantages and disadvantages

Examples and case studies

Divisional Structure

Definition and characteristics

Advantages and disadvantages

Examples and case studies

Matrix Structure

Definition and characteristics

Advantages and disadvantages

Examples and case studies

Factors Influencing Organizational Structure

Size and Complexity

Impact on organizational structure

Theoretical Frameworks and empirical evidence

Strategy and Environment

Alignment between strategy and structure

Contingency theory and resource dependency theory

Technology and Innovation

Influence on organizational structure

Examples and case studies

Conclusions, Recommendations, and Suggestions for Further Study

Summary of key findings from the literature review

Implications for practice and management

Recommendations for organizations in designing effective structures

Suggestions for future research and areas of further study

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