Models of Bureaucracy Weberian Model- views bureaucracies as rational hierarchical organizations in which power flows from the top downward and decisions are based on logical reasoning Acquisitions Model -view top-level bureaucrats as constantly seeking to expand budgets and staff so as to maximize their own power Monopolistic Model -compares bureaucracies to monopolistic businesses (inefficient costly operation)Models of Bureaucracy • Weberian Model – views bureaucracies as rational, hierarchical organizations in which power flows from the top downward and decisions are based on logical reasoning • Acquisitions Model – view top-level bureaucrats as constantly seeking to expand budgets and staff so as to maximize their own power • Monopolistic Model – compares bureaucracies to monopolistic businesses (inefficient & costly operation)