Diagnóstico das políticas de gestão em empresas brasileiras de acordo com as teorias científicas da administração: um estudo de caso

Abstract

This study addresses business management in Brazil in light of classical administrative theories, highlighting the importance of effective management for the survival and success of companies, as well as the country's economic and social well-being. The problem investigated is how Brazilian companies outline their management policies based on these theories. The main objective is to identify the most used management policy and analyze the factors influencing these choices. The methodology adopted a quantitative approach, using an adapted questionnaire distributed to managers and employees of Brazilian companies. Data analysis was performed using Microsoft Excel and IBM SPSS Statistics, applying descriptive, discriminant analyses, and the F Test (ANOVA). The results reveal a diversity in management policies, with a predominance of Human Relations approaches in topics such as motivation and interpersonal relationships, while the Classical Theory stood out in the perception of critical behavior and strategy formulation. The Contingency Theory showed relevance in specific areas such as interpersonal relationships. The study identified variables such as education level, company tenure, and industry sector as influential in the choice of administrative theories, providing a comprehensive understanding of management practices in Brazilian companies and highlighting the importance of a multifaceted approach in business administration.