Management is the art of getting things done through other people. It includes the personnel who has the right to make decisions that will influence company’s affairs.
There are three management levels: top management, middle management and operating management. Top management includes the president, vice president and the general manager. Middle management includes department managers. Operating management includes supervisors, foremen, etc.
The most important responsibility of any manager is decision making. Successful management is a skill of choosing from alternatives.
Management functions are planning, organizing, directing, controlling, staffing and innovating. Successful management involves three basic elements: leadership, motivation and communication.