Homework: Contributions to the Field of Management
One of the topics, for week one, is the historical aspects of operations management. For this homework, consider some of the major contributors to management theory and the contributions they have made to the field of management. Select a major contributor whose works, with which you are familiar, and discuss, in detail, the contributions made to the field of management. Your selection could be anywhere from one of your favorite contributors to one that you least favor. While there are several contributors to choose from, in the textbook, you are free to select a contributor that is not listed in chapter one, of the text. If you decide to select a contributor that is not listed in chapter one, then please note that you will need to conduct an online university library search to select your subject. Address the following in your paper.
1. What is operations management?
2. Why is operations management important to the field of management?
3. Who is the contributor(s), and what concept has this person(s) contributed to the field of management?
4. Is the contributor to management one of your favorites or one of your least favorites? Please explain why.
5. If you had the opportunity to make suggestions for improvement of the contribution, what types of suggestions would you have made?
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.