Bureaucracy Basics

What is the main characteristic of a bureaucracy?

Who is considered the founder of the modern theory of bureaucracy?

What is one major criticism of bureaucracies?

Which fields often rely heavily on bureaucratic systems? 

What is the term for excessive paperwork in bureaucracies?

Which of the following are features of Weber's model of bureaucracy?

This type of authority in a bureaucracy is based on established laws, regulations, and formal rules.

This system allows for the delegation of power and authority from top to bottom in a bureaucratic structure.

What type of authority is central to bureaucratic organizations?

Which term describes the clear, formal rules that guide bureaucratic behavior?