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Upper-management

/ˈʌpər ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    The group of individuals at the highest level of management in an organization, responsible for making strategic decisions.

    "The upper management decided to implement a new corporate strategy to improve efficiency."
  2. 2

    Refers to the executives and senior leaders who oversee the operations and direction of a company.

    "Communication between employees and upper management is crucial for a successful workplace."

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The term 'upper management' combines 'upper,' derived from Old English 'ūpper,' meaning 'higher' or 'above,' and 'management,' from Latin 'manu agere,' meaning 'to lead by hand.' The phrase evolved in the 20th century to denote the highest levels of management within an organization, reflecting a hierarchical structure in business.

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