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Compare & Contrast of Scientific & Administrative Management

Key Differences Between Fayol and Taylor’s Theory of Management
The difference between Fayol and Taylor’s Theory of Management, are explained in the points presented below:


 * 1) Henry Fayol is a father of modern management who enunciated fourteen principles of management, for improving overall administration. As against, F.W. Taylor is a father of scientific management who developed four principles of management, for increasing overall productivity.
 * 2) Henry Fayol introduced the concept of General theory of administration. F.W. Taylor laid down the concept of Scientific Management.
 * 3) Henry Fayol emphasized the working of top level management, whereas F.W. Taylor stressed on the working of production level management.
 * 4) Fayol’s management theory has universal applicability. Unlike Taylor, whose management theory applies to a number of organizations only.
 * 5) The basis of formation of Fayol’s theory is the personal experience. Conversely, Taylor’s principles rely on observation and experimentation.
 * 6) Fayol is oriented towards managerial function. On the contrary, Taylor focussed on production and engineering.
 * 7) The system of wage payment determined by Taylor is differential piece rate system, while Fayol stressed on sharing of profits with managers.
 * 8) The approach of Taylor is termed as Engineer’s approach. In contrast, Fayol’s approach is accepted as manager’s approach.