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Organizational TheoriesThere are several approaches to organizational design, including 

(a) classical, bureaucratic theories; 

(b) human resources approaches; 

(c) contingency theories; 

(d) open systems theory; and (d) empowerment-oriented theories.

Do you find some of these theories more helpful than others?

Which ones are most helpful?

What theories do you see being used, explicitly or implicitly, in an organization with which you are familiar?  

Are these the appropriate theories to be used?  

If not, which ones would be better?

In the human service program you have been designing, which theory do you plan to apply?