HUT 310 Management for Engineers is a course that introduces management theory over 7 hours. Module 1 covers the definition of management, its characteristics as both an art and profession, systems approaches to management, the tasks and responsibilities of managers, and different levels of management and required skills. Management is a critical element for economic growth, essential for organized efforts like business, and the dynamic life element of every organization.

1. HUT 310 Management for Engineers
Module 1 (Introduction to management Theory- 7 Hours)
Introduction to management theory, Management Defined, Characteristic of
Management, Management as an art-profession, System approaches to
Management, Task and Responsibilities of a professional Manager, Levels of
Manager and Skill required.

2. Introduction to management theory
IMPORTANCE OF MANAGEMENT:
• Management is a critical element in the economic growth of a country
• Management is essential in all organised efforts, be it a business
activity or any other activity.
• Management is the dynamic, life giving element in every organisation.