Concept: Concept
is an idea, generally come from expert. In broad sense, concept is the
definition or facet of anything. For example:-
- Planning means deciding in advance
- Organizing means organize something
- Model means a structure to
get output
Theory: Theory
is a set of concepts or ideas or assumptions accumulated together to explain
the reality and usually follow a set of principles. For example:-
·
Theory ‘X’ and ‘Y’
explained the assumptions of human behavior in work place.
Model:
Simply, model is an abstraction of reality. More specifically model is a
logical & mathematical linkage of concepts, ideas and assumptions. Model is
more concrete form of theory. Model includes some interdependent &
interrelated ideas or logics that generates output. For example:-
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Kurt Lewin’s change model,
Need hierarchy model of Maslow.