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MBO works for managers who understand, apply system.

D D McConkey

    Hospital Progress
    |September 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    Successful management by objectives (MBO) requires managers to understand, plan, and adapt the system to organizational needs. This approach helps nonprofit managers avoid common business pitfalls.

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    Area of Science:

    • Management Science
    • Organizational Behavior

    Background:

    • Management by Objectives (MBO) has been a prevalent management strategy for decades.
    • Common challenges exist in adapting MBO principles effectively, particularly in nonprofit settings.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify critical factors for successful MBO implementation in nonprofit organizations.
    • To provide guidance for nonprofit managers to avoid common MBO adoption errors.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of MBO success factors in various organizational contexts.
    • Review of historical MBO implementation challenges and adaptations.

    Main Results:

    • Thorough understanding, strategic planning, and system adaptation by managers are key to MBO success.

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  • Informed managers can leverage MBO effectively, mirroring successes seen in business and industry.

    • Conclusions:

    • Effective MBO implementation hinges on managerial comprehension and tailored application.
    • Nonprofit organizations can achieve significant benefits from MBO by learning from past business and industry experiences.