Types of Decision Making in organization

1. How many types of decision in organization?
6 Types of decision in organization
1. Programmed and Non-Programmed Decisions.
2. Routine and strategic Decisions.
3. Tactical (Policy) and Operational Decisions.
4. Organizational and Personal Decisions.
5. Major and Minor Decisions.
6. Individual and Group Decisions.
 Programmed Decision:
Programmed decisions are routine and repetitive works and the organization
typically develops specific ways to handle problem. A programmed decision
might involve determining how products will be arranged on the shelves of a
supermarket. For this kind of routine, repetitive problem, standard arrangement
decisions are typically made according to established management guidelines.
 Non-Programmed Decision:
Non programmed decisions are typically one shot decisions that are usually less
structured than programmed decision.
5 ELEMENTS OF THE DECISION SITUATION:
o The Decision Makers
o Goals to be served
o Relevant Alternatives
o Ordering of Alternatives
o Choice of Alternatives

2.  Routine and strategic Decisions.
Routine decisions are related to the general functioning of the organization.
Strategic decisions are important which affect objectives, organizational goals
and other important policy matters. These are non-repetitive in nature and are
taken after careful analysis and evaluation of many alternatives. These decisions
are taken at the higher level of management.
 Tactical (Policy).
 Middle Level
 Short Term
 Involves decisions related to production, finance, marketing, personnel
and getting task done.
 Operational Decisions.
 Lower Level
 Concerned with day to day works
 Taken to implement plans & policies made by top level.
 Involves timing schedules, amount of remuneration, set up of machines
and tools.
 Organizational Decisions.
When a particular decision has been taken by a person as an executive of an
organization, such decision can be considered as an organizational decision. The
impact of such decision can be felt on the working of the entire organization. The
power of taking an organizational decision can also be delegated by a superior to
the subordinates.
 Personal Decisions.
An executive can also take a decision that is related with him. Such decisions are
known as personal decisions. Generally the effect of these decisions is on the
personal life of the decision-maker. At the same time, the authority of taking such
decision cannot be delegated to others.

3.  Major Decisions.
 A major is three years of study in a single discipline, totaling 48 points. The major
consists of:
(a) No more than 12 points at first-year-level
(b) No less than 12 points of second-year-level studies
(c) No less than18 points of third-year-level studies.
Each major has specific gateway, cornerstone and capstone units that must
be completed.
 Major Decisions.
 A minor is units in a single discipline totaling 24 points, including no more than 12
points at first-year level.
Normally students complete two first-year gateway units (12 points), followed by
at least 12 points (normally two 6 point units) of study at second-year level.
NOTE: It is possible to study all units towards the minor at an advanced level.
Where schools only offer a minor in this form, this will be indicated under the
relevant area of study in the Handbook.
 Individual Decisions.
When the decision is taken by a single individual, it is known as individual
decision. Usually routine type decisions are taken by individuals within the broad
policy framework of the organization.
 Group Decisions.
Group decisions are taken by group of individuals constituted in the form of a
standing committee. Generally very important and pertinent matters for the
organization are referred to this committee. The main aim in taking group
decisions is the involvement of maximum number of individuals in the process of
decision- making.