McGregor

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Introduction
Main Area of Study
Conclusions

Douglas McGregor's contribution to motivational studies was 'Theory X and Theory Y'.

THEORY X - The role and purpose of management is the organisation of resources to achieve a profit for business. Theory X does suggest that basic human nature has a tendency to be de-motivated towards work, with a strong resistance towards change. The role of management suggested in Theory X is to manage its workforce to achieve profit, by strong leadership and control.

THEORY Y - This suggests that everyone is a creative individual, it is up to management to bring out and harness the creative talent of people.

CONCLUSIONS

The underlying concept of Theory X and Theory Y is the balancing role that management must achieve in trying to ensure productivity as well as motivate employees to bring out their creative nature, and remain in a business.

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