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Vroom–Yetton–Jago decision model
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The Vroom–Yetton–Jago model was devised by Victor Vroom (Yale School of Management), Philip Yetton (University of New South Wales) and Arthur Jago (University of Missouri).
The Vroom–Yetton–Jago model helps a leader choose how much participation a particular decision requires. Developed by Victor Vroom, Philip Yetton and later Arthur Jago, it matches decision method to the need for quality, information, acceptance, development and speed rather than assuming one leadership style is always best.
When to use it
Use the model for a consequential decision when you are unsure whether deciding alone, consulting others or sharing the decision will produce the best outcome.
Origins
Victor Vroom and Philip Yetton introduced their normative decision framework in the early nineteen seventies. Arthur Jago later helped refine it. Their contingency approach challenged the idea that participative leadership is universally superior: the appropriate process depends on the decision’s structure, information requirements, need for commitment and time constraints.
What it is
The model distinguishes five decision processes:
Vroom–Yetton–Jago decision model – types of decision
| Decision type | How it works |
|---|---|
| Autocratic decision 1 | You make the decision alone, using information which is available to you alone. |
| Autocratic decision 2 | You obtain information from your team and then make the decision alone, based on that information. You may or may not choose to discuss your decision with those who have provided information at your request. |
| Consultative decision 1 | You share the problem with appropriately selected team members individually, gather their ideas and then make the decision alone. |
| Consultative decision 2 | You share the problem with your team collectively, gather their collective input, but then make the decision yourself. |
| Group decision | You share the problem with your team and you make a decision collectively, based on group consensus. |
The two autocratic modes differ in whether the leader already has the required information. The consultative modes seek input individually or collectively while leaving the final decision with the leader. The group mode shares both problem solving and final choice.
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