The Current Status of the Jaquesian Time-Span of Discretion Concept: Research and Applications.

Abstract

The Time-Span of Discretion model advanced by Elliot Jaques as a new analytical tool and method of measuring responsibility attracted considerable attention when first presented. This may be ascribed to the potential practical value of a generally applicable method for assessing the work demands of high-level positions in large-scale organizations. The report critically surveys subsequent developments both in research and application, and assesses the potential value of the time-span instrument for personnel selection and evaluation and for organizational development and planning purposes. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1970
Accession Number
AD0715800

Entities

People

  • E. R. F. W. Crossman
  • Stephen Laner

Organizations

  • University of California, Berkeley

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Administrative Personnel
  • Management Personnel
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Selection
  • Test And Evaluation

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  • Organizational Psychology.
  • Systems Analysis and Design