Question
Explain Supervision and Communication as elements of directing function of management.

Answer

Supervision:
It means overseeing what is being done by subordinates and giving instructions to ensure optimum utilisation of resources and achievement of work targets. supervision is done by the experienced worker over unexperienced worker.
Communication:
Communication is defined as a process of exchange of information, ideas, views, facts, feelings, etc., between two or more persons to create common understanding.

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