Common Organizational Structures

An organization with a functional structure is divided based on functional areas, such as IT, finance, or marketing.

Divisional structures group various organizational functions into product or regional divisions.

The matrix structure is a type of organizational structure in which individuals are grouped via two operational frames.

The team structure is a newer, less hierarchical organizational structure in which individuals are grouped into teams.

In the network structure, managers coordinate and control relationships with the firm that are both internal and external.

In the modular structure, an organization focuses on developing specialized and relatively autonomous strategic business units.