Middle level Management

The branch managers and departmental managers constitute middle level. They are responsible to the top management for the functioning of their department. They devote more time to organizational and directional functions. In small organization, there is only one layer of middle level of management but in big enterprises, there may be senior and junior middle level management.

Their role can be emphasized as –

-They execute the plans of the organization in accordance with the policies and directives of the top management.

-They make plans for the sub-units of the organization.

-They participate in employment & training of lower level management.

-They interpret and explain policies from top level management to lower

level.

-They are responsible for coordinating the activities within the division or department.

-It also sends important reports and other important data to top level management.

-They evaluate performance of junior managers.

-They are also responsible for inspiring lower level managers towards better performance. 

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