Question

Pam Cruise, the engineering manager, receives a daily progress report from all engineers she manages. She also visits the cubicles of the engineers several times a day to ensure that they are working and NOT just browsing the web. Most of the engineers agree that she is a micromanager. What kind of management theory is she applying

Answer 1

Answer:

Theory X

Explanation:

Theory X and Y in management were developed by McGregor. The basic premises of theory X are that workers do not necessarily like their work, they only for money, and unless you supervise them appropriately, they will not work well. It poses a negative view of employees and requires strict supervision.