noun

management

The organization and control of an activity or business, or the people responsible.

Good management keeps the project on schedule and within budget.

Etymology

Manage developed from handling or training, especially horses. Management extends that controlled handling to organizing activities and to the people who direct them.

More examples

Better time management helps me finish my homework before dinner.
The hotel's management meets with employees every Friday.
She takes over the management of the store next month.

Forms

management · managements

manage verb — To organize and direct activities or resources.

manager noun — A person responsible for directing people or operations.

Similar words

administration: Often emphasizes routine operations and implementation of established policies.
supervision: Focuses on directly overseeing people's work rather than overall planning.
leadership: Emphasizes guiding and motivating people rather than organizing operations.