Explain how the four contemporary approaches to management are different from one another. Define "open systems" and describe the internal, competitive, and macroenvironments of an organization. Lastly, indicate whether the four contemporary approaches to management are relevant in these three environments and why or why not. You may research external sources to support your answer. Cite any external sources used.

Assignment Checklist:

• Explain how the approaches presented are different from one another.
• Define "open systems" and describe the internal, competitive, and macroenvironments of an organization.
• Indicate whether the approaches are relevant in the three environments and why or why not.
• Respond in a paper at least two double-spaced pages in length, using size 12 point font. Submit your paper to the Dropbox.