Differentiate between Formal and informal Groups-00425
This subjective question is related to the book/course vu cs201 Introduction to Programming. It can also be found in vu cs201 Mid Term Solved Past Paper No. 12.
Question 1: Differentiate between Formal and informal Groups:
Answer:
Based on formal reporting relationships and often consist of departments.Formal Groups
- Result from the demands and processes of an organization
- Designated by the organization as a means to an end
- Comprises subordinates reporting directly to a give supervisor
- Comprises employees who work together to complete a particular task or project
Informal Groups
- Result from natural groupings of people in work environments in response to social needs
- Are important for their own sake