Management

Models

Bureaucratic models
Main features

These are the main features of a bureaucratic

model:
Efficiency
Strong hierarchical structure with accountability
Goal orientated
depend on the expertise that is demonstrated by
an individualof labour
Rules & regulations
Impersonal relationships

What might be some

advantages and
disadvantages of
bureaucratic models?
Advantages

Disadvantages

They all work for the common

goal.

Encourages the impersonal

relationship between the staff.

The most efficient form in

management.

The decision-making and the

behavior of the staffs are
directed by rules and
regulation instead of personal
relationships.

The vision is clear.

Strong hierarchical structure

Goal orientated.

decision making cannot be

fully rational which can lead to
conflicts of interest.

Limitations of
bureaucratic models in
schools

Some goals in schools are not easy to measure so

there may be misalignment (formal goals &
classroom based goals are not the same)
When working with people, decision making
cannot be fully rational which can lead to conflicts
of interest.
It is based on the assumption that lower ranks will
follow commands. This is not necessarily the case.
Schools are complex social organisations which
can lead to some instability. This model assumes
stability. Also as they are social, it is essential to
remember the people and see them as people
first.

Collegial models
Main features
Theses are the main features of collegial models:
Inclusive
Based on the assumption that professionals have
the right to share in decision making.
Assume a common set of values
Power is horizontal and shared. Representatives of
different stakeholder groups are involved in
decision making.

What might be some

advantages and
disadvantages of collegial
models?
Advantages

Disadvantages

Cooperative system.

The authority of the leader can

be undercut so less qualified,
but more vocal staff, take over.

Based on the assumption that

professionals set and share.

Discussions take long time.

Power is shared.
The responsibility of the work
is shared equally.
Everyone involved in the
decision-making process.

Limitations of collegial
models in schools
The skills and style of the leader is very
important.
The official authority of the leader can be
undercut so less qualified, but more vocal staff,
take over.
Consensus may not be easy to reach which can
lead to divisions and conflict.
Discussions can take a lot of time leading to
inefficiency.

To do
There is a third management style to be studied
called Transformational leadership.
Using the internet, do some research to prepare
a 3-4 minute presentation on transformational
leadership.
Include a description of what it is and
advantages and disadvantages of the model.
You dont have much time so divide the sections
up and then share results.
Your presentation will be no more than 4 slides.
At the end, draw a conclusion as to which model
is most appropriate for schools in the country
and give some justification for your conclusion.