Social organization is a multicomponent concept that is simply impossible to consider from any one point of view. To clarify the essence of this definition, it is necessary to consider the totality of the diversity of human systems. Classification can significantly facilitate this task.
The scope of applications of social systems is very diverse; therefore, the following types of classifications are used.
By legal form:
1) Commercial organizations:
- production cooperatives;
- unitary enterprises;
- business partnerships;
- business companies.
2) Non-profit organizations:
- unions and associations;
- funds;
- social and religious relations;
- consumer cooperatives;
- institutions.
According to the goal:
- Socio-educational. Purpose: ensuring a decent level of education among the population.
- Socio-cultural. Goal: achieving the required level of aesthetic values.
- Socio-economic. Goal: maximize profits.
In relation to the budget:
- extrabudgetary (independently seek funding sources);
- budget (operate on funds allocated by the state).
By the nature of the activity:
- Household. They function to satisfy the needs and interests of not only their members, but also consumers. This includes firms operating in the service, manufacturing, and scientific and technical sectors.
- Public. Only function to meet the needs of its members. Example: consumer cooperatives, trade unions.
