The first and foremost function of management is

A).  planning

B).  organizing

C).  controlling

D).  co-ordination

 planning

The first and foremost function of management is planning. Planning is the primary function of management. Its purpose is to ensure optimum utilisation of human and economic resources in the business processes. It precedes all other activities of the business undertaking.

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