The step of organising function which is responsible for creating a hierarchical structure and helps in coordination among various departments is known as _____________.

Establishing reporting relationships

The correct answer is option (4)- Establishing reporting relationships.

The step of organising function which is responsible for creating a hierarchical structure and helps in coordination among various departments is known as Establishing reporting relationships.

Establishing authority and reporting relationships: Merely allocating work is not enough. Each individual should also know who he has to take orders from and to whom he is accountable. The establishment of such clear relationships helps to create a hierarchal structure and helps in coordination amongst various departments.

OTHER OPTIONS

• Identification and division of work: The first step in the process of organising involves identifying and dividing the work that has to be done in accordance with previously determined plans. The work is divided into manageable activities so that duplication can be avoided and the burden of work can be shared among the employees.

• Assignment of duties: It is necessary to define the work of different job positions and accordingly allocate work to various employees. Once departments have been formed, each of them is placed under the charge of an individual. Jobs are then allocated to the members of each department in accordance to their skills and competencies. It is essential for effective performance that a proper match is made between the nature of a job and the ability of an individual. The work must be assigned to those who are best fitted to perform it well.

• Setting Objectives: Setting Objectives is the step of planning process not organising process. The first and foremost step in planning is setting objectives. Every organisation must have certain objectives. Objectives may be set for the entire organisation and each department or unit within the organisation.