MGT502 GDB Solution Fall 2020

 

  Solution:

                      According to the given scenario Theory Y and the Goal-setting Theory are suitable for the given scenario. So, here are the discussion about these Theory.

Theory Y:

Theory Y offers a positive view. It assumes that workers can exercise self-direction, accept and actually seek out responsibility, and consider work to be a natural activity. Management view that assumes workers like to work and under proper conditions, employees will seek responsibility to satisfy social esteem, and self-actualization needs.

Under Theory Y, the assumptions:

McGregor believed that Theory Y assumptions better captured the true nature of workers and should guide management practice.

1. Employees can view work as being as natural as rest or play.

2. People will exercise self-direction and self-control if they are committed to the objectives.

3. The average person can learn to accept, even seek, responsibility.

4. The ability to make innovative decisions is widely spread throughout the population and is not necessarily the sole responsibility of those in management positions.

Reason for applying Theory Y:

Reason for applying the Theory Y in scenario, because in the given scenario the discussion about the "given the right conditions", "greater responsibility", and "deliver their best at work". And also about "great deal of control over the job”, and "for committed employee by fulfilling his responsibility to achieve the objectives of his department”. So, these all are objectives are discussed in the given Theory Y. That's why we apply Theory Y.

Goal-setting Theory:

. Specific and difficult goals lead to higher performance than "do your best" goals.

         - Direct behavior, increase effort and persistence.

. Moderating factors: Feedback, goal commitment (rather than participation per se),

Self-efficacy, and task difficulty.