Discuss the elements of delegation.
Following are the essential elements of Delegation:
1. Authority: Authority refers to the right of an individual to take decisions and to command his subordinates. The concept of authority arises from the position in the scalar chain, which is highest at the top and declines as we move down the hierarchy. Thus, it flows from top to bottom. It helps to maintain order in the organisation and determine superior subordinate relationships.
2. Responsibility: It is the obligation of a subordinate to perform properly the assigned duty. It arises from a superior subordinate relationship because the subordinates are bound to perform the duty assigned by their superior. Thus, it flows upward because a subordinate is always responsible to his superior. Granting authority is necessary to create responsibility and facilitate its fulfillment.
3. Accountability: It refers to being answerable for the final outcome. Once authority has been delegated and responsibility accepted, one cannot deny accountability. It is the obligation to carry out responsibility and exercise authority. A subordinate is always accountable to his superior, generally enforced through regular feedback.
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