Which among these is not a traditional method of controlling?

PERT and CPM

The correct answer is Option (3) - PERT and CPM.

* PERT and CPM are modern technique.

The various techniques of managerial control may be classified into two broad categories: traditional techniques, and modern techniques.

Traditional techniques are those which have been used by the companies for a long time now. However, these techniques have not become obsolete and are still being used by companies. These include:
(a) Personal observation
(b) Statistical reports
(c) Breakeven analysis
(d) Budgetary control

Modern techniques of controlling are those which are of recent origin and are comparatively new in management literature. These techniques provide a refreshingly new thinking on the ways in which various aspects of an organisation can be controlled. These include:
(a) Return on investment
(b) Ratio analysis
(c) Responsibility accounting
(d) Management audit
(e) PERT and CPM
(f) Management information system