Organization

Organization is a term that refers to an entity comprising multiple people, such as an institution or an association, that has a particular purpose. The term is derived from the Greek word organon, which means tool or instrument, musical instrument, and organ.

Definition

An organization is defined as an entity, such as an institution or an association, that has a collective goal and is linked to an external environment. The word is derived from the Greek word organon, which means "tool" or "instrument".

Types of Organizations

There are various types of organizations, including:

• Corporation: A company or group of people authorized to act as a single entity and recognized as such in law.
• Government: The governing body of a nation, state, or community.
• Non-governmental organization: Any non-profit, voluntary citizens' group which is organized on a local, national or international level.
• Charitable organization: A type of non-profit organization (NPO) which centers on non-profit and philanthropic goals as well as social well-being.
• Political organization: Any entity that involves itself in the political process, including political parties, non-governmental organizations, advocacy groups and interest groups.

Characteristics of an Organization

Organizations have certain characteristics, such as:

• Goal Orientation: Organizations are defined by the goals they pursue.
• Structured Activity: Organizations provide a structure for the activities of its members.
• Membership: Membership implies a sense of belonging and identity for the individuals involved.
• System: Organizations are social systems and they require a broader system to exist.

See Also

• Business
• Company
• Institution
• Association

• United Nations Institutions
  United Nations Institutions
• Diagram of the Federal Government and American Union
  Diagram of the Federal Government and American Union