Module 1: Foundations and Developments in Management Theory
• Chapters: 1, 2, 12, 15
• Draft Infographic Content:
• Timeline: Display a timeline from 1910 to 2000, highlighting major developments in management theory.
• Key Definitions: A diagram showing various definitions of management, perhaps in a circular format around the central term "Management".
• Global Context: A world map indicating different management practices and theories in various countries.
• Corporate Governance: A flowchart showing the structure of typical business organizations and their governance.
Module 2: Classical and Bureaucratic Theories
• Chapters: 3, 4
• Draft Infographic Content:
• Classical Management Principles: A chart listing the key principles of classical management with brief explanations.
• Weber's Bureaucracy Model: A diagram illustrating the structure of a bureaucratic organization as envisaged by Max Weber.
Module 3: Human Relations and Motivation Theories
• Chapters: 5, 6
• Draft Infographic Content:
• Evolution of Motivation Theories: A flowchart showing the progression from early to later theories of motivation.
• Theorists Comparison: Side-by-side profiles of major theorists in motivation, highlighting their key contributions.
Module 4: Leadership and Group Behavior
• Chapters: 7, 8
• Draft Infographic Content:
• Leadership Styles: A chart or matrix classifying different leadership styles and their characteristics.
• Group Dynamics: An illustration showing various aspects of group behavior and dynamics in organizations.
Module 5: Systems and Contingency Approaches
• Chapters: 9, 10, 11
• Draft Infographic Content:
• Organizational Systems: A diagram showing an organization as a system with various interconnected components.
• Contingency Management Models: Flowcharts or diagrams illustrating different contingency approaches.
• Modern Management Approaches: A comparison chart or diagram showcasing modern management approaches and their features.
For each module, the infographic should aim to visually represent the core concepts in an engaging and easily digestible format. The goal is to enhance understanding and recall of the material. The actual creation of these infographics would typically involve graphic design software or platforms like Piktochart, MindMeister, or Visme, as you've mentioned.

Module 1: Foundations and Developments in Management Theory

Timeline of major developments in management theory from 1910 to 2000

Diagram showing various definitions of management

World map indicating different management practices and theories in various countries

Flowchart showing the structure of typical business organizations and their governance

Module 2: Classical and Bureaucratic Theories

Chart listing the key principles of classical management with brief explanations

Diagram illustrating the structure of a bureaucratic organization as envisaged by Max Weber

Module 3: Human Relations and Motivation Theories

Flowchart showing the progression from early to later theories of motivation

Side-by-side profiles of major theorists in motivation

highlighting their key contributions

Module 4: Leadership and Group Behavior

Chart or matrix classifying different leadership styles and their characteristics

Illustration showing various aspects of group behavior and dynamics in organizations

Module 5: Systems and Contingency Approaches

Diagram showing an organization as a system with various interconnected components

Flowcharts or diagrams illustrating different contingency approaches

Comparison chart or diagram showcasing modern management approaches and their features

Detailed Breakdown

Module 1: Foundations and Developments in Management Theory

Timeline of major developments in management theory from 1910 to 2000

Highlight key events and theories

Include dates and brief descriptions

Diagram showing various definitions of management

Central term 'Management' in the center

Different definitions surrounding the central term

World map indicating different management practices and theories in various countries

Visual representation of countries and their management practices

Labels indicating the theories or practices associated with each country

Flowchart showing the structure of typical business organizations and their governance

Start with the top-level management

Flowchart showing the hierarchy and reporting structure

Module 2: Classical and Bureaucratic Theories

Chart listing the key principles of classical management with brief explanations

List the principles such as division of labor

unity of command

etc

Provide brief explanations for each principle

Diagram illustrating the structure of a bureaucratic organization as envisaged by Max Weber

Visual representation of a bureaucratic organization

Labels indicating the different levels and roles within the organization

Module 3: Human Relations and Motivation Theories

Flowchart showing the progression from early to later theories of motivation

Start with early theories such as Maslow's hierarchy of needs

Show the evolution and progression to later theories like Herzberg's two-factor theory

Side-by-side profiles of major theorists in motivation, highlighting their key contributions

Profiles of theorists such as Maslow

Herzberg

and Vroom

Highlight their key theories and contributions to the field of motivation

Module 4: Leadership and Group Behavior

Chart or matrix classifying different leadership styles and their characteristics

Different leadership styles such as autocratic

democratic

and transformational

Characteristics and traits associated with each leadership style

Illustration showing various aspects of group behavior and dynamics in organizations

Visual representation of group dynamics within an organization

Depict aspects like communication

decision-making

and conflict resolution

Module 5: Systems and Contingency Approaches

Diagram showing an organization as a system with various interconnected components

Visual representation of an organization as a system

Show interconnected components such as inputs

processes

and outputs

Flowcharts or diagrams illustrating different contingency approaches

Flowcharts showing different contingency approaches like the situational approach

Illustrate the factors that influence the choice of management approach in each situation

Comparison chart or diagram showcasing modern management approaches and their features

Compare modern management approaches like total quality management and agile management

Highlight the key features and characteristics of each approach