The planned efforts or set of such efforts for achievement of targets is known as Management. Management is a series of inter-related, interdependent functions. This is known as Process of Management. Management process consists of a number of functions, but the primary functions commonly performed are planning, organising, staffing, directing and controlling. 

Characteristics of Management Process:

1. Management is a process of continuous and dynamic functions.

2. All the functions of management are performed by managers. Therefore, it is a human process. 

3. The process of management basically depends on mutual relationship between people. Thus, it’s a social process.

4. Management makes attempts to achieve goals through its effect. Thus, it is an effective and result-oriented process.

5. This process of achieving goals is applicable from individuals to all big-small business and non-business organisations. Therefore, it is a universal process.