Basis of Difference | Top-level management | Middle-level management |
Area of work | 1. Makes plans and policies to achieve the objectives of the firm. | 1. Assists the top-level managers in framing the plans and policies. |
Nature of work | 2. They are mainly involved in thinking, planning and analysing the work. | 2. They co-ordinate the activities among the various departments. |
Degree of authority and responsibility | 3. Have a high degree of responsibility and authority. | 3. Have a relatively lower degree of responsibility and authority. |
Skills required | 4. Require analytical and conceptual skills. | 4. Require greater technical and managerial skills. |