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SECTION C GROUP

Section contents

(a) Learning objectives b) Definition of Group c) Types of Groups d) Formal Group e) Informal Groups f) Definition of Team g) Types of Teams h) Differences between Groups and Teams i) Process of Group and Team Development

Learning Objectives
After studying this section, the readers should be able to
• Define group
• Explain types of groups
• Define team
• Compare groups with teams
• Explain the process of group development

C.1
Definition of Group
A group has traditionally been defined as two or more individuals who communicate with one another, share a collective identity, and have a common goal. Thus, a group can be virtually any size above one, as long as the members engage in some form of communication, maintain that they area group, and have some common objectives.
C.2
Types of Groups
Groups in an organization maybe classified into two a) Formal and b) Informal groups.
C.2.1 Formal Group
A formal group is a group setup by management to carryout specific tasks. Examples of formal groups in an organization are task forces/project teams, sections/department and committees. These are groups deliberately created by managers in order to perform or fulfil specific tasks directly related to the attainment of organizational goals and mission. There are two types of formal groups