Management by objectives

Management by objectives (MBO) is usually described as a four-step process. They are agreement, delegation, evaluation of results, and associated activities. “Agreement” here is when at regular intervals a manager and each subordinate agree on the results that the subordinate will try to achieve during the next period. The subordinate participates actively in spelling out the meaning and feasibility of the assignments he or she accepts. “Delegation", the second step of MBO, means that the supervisor makes a high degree of delegation to the subordinate. During this period the main role of the supervisor is to assist subordinate(s) in fulfilling the agreement (s). Then it is the MBO third step - evaluation of results. At the end of this period actual results are measured, and the supervisor and subordinate discuss reasons for success and failure. This evaluation becomes the basis for making another agreement (perhaps at a later meeting) for the next period. The evaluation of results often serves as the basis for setting salaries and bonuses and for planning personal development. Also negotiations of agreements may lead to modifications in organization, procedures, policies, and controls. But these associated activities are not essential parts of MBO.

12.1. Read and translate the text in writing.

12.2. Answer the questions.

1. What do you know about management by objectives (MBO)? 2. What stands for “Agreement” here? 3. Can you explain what “Delegation" means, the second step of MBO? 4. What occurs at the MBO third step - evaluation of results? 5. What purpose are the results measured for? 6. And what do we have at the end of the MBO process during its fourth step? 7. What may negotiations of agreements result in?

12.3. Translate the following into English.

ВЫБОР АРЕНЫ ВЛИЯЕТ НА СТРАХОВЫЕ ОБЯЗАТЕЛЬСТВА

Другим важным фактором, влияющим на стоимость страхования, является

сама арена: Где она находится? Числятся ли за ней какие-либо происшествия? Конечно, прежде чем промоутер может ответить на эти вопросы, он должен выбрать арену, и этот выбор обычно зиждется на требованиях, предъявляемых к мероприятию. Например, для проведения финала крупного баскетбольного турнира необходима арена на 15 000 (или более) мест. Если в округе есть только одно сооружение, которое обеспечивает необходимое количество мест, то у промоутера мало выбора, если он хочет провести мероприятие именно здесь. Для проведения крупных международных соревнований промоутерам необходимо позаботиться не только о самом месте проведения соревнований, но и адекватной арене для тренировок в непосредственной близости (within close proximity).

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ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION

There are many job opportunities in the field of athletic administration. One such position is director of athletics. The director of athletics is responsible for the administration of competitive athletic programs. These positions may be found at high schools, as well as at colleges and universities. Typically, at the high school level the athletics director may be employed as a teacher and, in smaller schools, also as a coach. At the collegiate level as well, athletic directors also may have teaching and coaching responsibilities. In many schools, however, particularly those with large competitive programs, the athletic director may have as his or her sole responsibility the conduct of the competitive program. In many instances athletic directors will have assistant athletic directors to help them in the performance of their work.

Development and management of the athletic budget is an important function of the athletic director, who is often expected to work as a fund raiser. Establishing and maintaining good relationships with the community, local support groups such as Booster Clubs, and alumni are seen as vital to the success of the athletic program. The athletic director must also attend professional meetings to keep abreast of changes in rules and governance.

13.1. Read and translate the text "Athletic Administration ".in writing.

13.2. Answer the questions:

1. How many job opportunities are there in the field of athletic administration? 2. What is the director of athletics responsible for? 3. Where may these positions be found? 4. What responsibilities can the athletic director assume at the high school level? 5. What responsibilities can the athletic director at the collegiate level? 6. What are the responsibilities of the athletic director in schools with large competitive programs? 7. Do the athletic directors have any assistant athletic directors to help them in the performance of their work? 8. Who develops athletic budget? 9. Does the athletic director deal with PR? 10. What must the athletic director do to keep abreast of changes in rules and governance?

13.3. Insert prepositions into the gaps if necessary:

1. The athletic director is responsible... performing a myriad... tasks. 2. The athletic director may delegate these tasks … assistance or perform them himself or herself. 3. The athletic director is responsible... the administration... men's and women's athletics. 4. This includes both the hiring and ongoing supervision... coaches and assistant coaches. 5. The athletic director must be knowledgeable... the rules and regulations governing athletic competition, including rules pertaining... the recruitment and eligibility … athletes. 6. Other tasks are scheduling... athletic contests: arranging... officials; and, … competitions involving travel, planning … transportation, lodging, and meals.

13.4. Open the brackets and put the verbs into right tense form.

1. The athletic director (be) also responsible for the safety of the coaches, athletes, and spectators at home contests. 2. This {involve) working closely with security personnel and making careful provisions for crowd control. 3. At home contests the athletic director {supervisee the ticket office and concessions. 4. The athletic director {must, work) closely with other personnel involved in athletics such as the athletic trainers and sport information directors. 5. Establishing a good working relationship with the facilities manager and maintenance staff {be) important as well.

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