Which organizational structure places less emphasis on overall enterprise objectives than the objectives pursued by a functional head?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is option 4- Functional structure.
Functional structure places less emphasis on overall enterprise objectives than the objectives pursued by a functional head.
Grouping of jobs of similar nature under functional and organising these major functions as separate departments creates a functional structure. A functional structure places less emphasis on overall enterprise objectives than the objectives pursued by a functional head. Such practices may lead to functional empires wherein the importance of a particular function may be over emphasised. Pursuing departmental interests at the cost of organisational interests can also hinder the interaction between two or more departments.