IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

IIARD International Journal of Economics and Business Management (IJEBM )

E-ISSN 2489-0065
P-ISSN 2695-186X
VOL. 9 NO. 7 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56201/ijebm.v9.no7.2023.pg71.78

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Management Culture and Practice in Ancient Civilizations of Sumerian, Egypt, and Greek

Fakidouma, Perewari & Oguara, Pagaranyo Otimi

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Abstract

The civilization of mankind started long ago, but the culture of management practices within ancient civilizations remains a subject of exploration. This research investigates the management culture and practices in the ancient civilizations of Sumerians, Egyptians, and Greeks, along with their impact on modern-day life. The study reveals that these civilizations exhibited management practices in decision-making, division of labor, information management, and more. The Sumerians showcased efficient leadership and a hierarchal structure, as evidenced by their record-keeping and division of labor. Similarly, the Egyptians established an organized bureaucracy that controlled the economy and managed labor for large-scale construction projects like pyramids and cities. In Greece, the Delphic Oracle and notable figures like Thucydides and Democritus emphasized information management and decision-making through data-driven practices and resource allocation. These findings underscore that management principles and practices have a historical foundation dating back to ancient civilizations, influencing modern management evolution.

keywords:

Management Practice, Civilization, Sumerian, Greeks, Egypt

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