Unity of command

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Unity of command is the idea that a subordinate should have only one superior to whom he or she is directly responsible.


Definitions

According to Organizational Behavior by Robbins and Judge (17th edition),

Unity of command. The idea that a subordinate should have only one superior to whom he or she is directly responsible.

According to Management by Robbins and Coulter (14th edition),

Unity of command. The management principle that each person should report to only one manager.

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