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(A) Leads to occupational specialisation.

(B) Places less emphasis on organisational objectives.

(C) Promotes coordination and control within a department.

(D) Increases operational efficiency.

Which of the following are advantages of functional structure of an organisation?

Solution

Correct Option: 3
  1. Leads to occupational specialisation → Employees focus on specific tasks.
  2. Places less emphasis on organisational objectives → May neglect overall goals.
  3. Promotes coordination and control within a department → Enhances teamwork and management.
  4. Increases operational efficiency → Streamlines processes and reduces waste.

Advantages of functional structure: (A) → specialisation, (C) → coordination, (D) → efficiency.

Correct Answer: Option 3 (A), (C), (D) only.

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