Among the need-based approaches to motivation David McClellands acquired-needs theory is the one that has received the greatest amount of support. According to this theory individuals acquire three types of needs as a result of their life experiences. Mcclelland S Acquired Needs Theory Motivation Theory Theories Mcclelland In relation to Maslow. . The Inner Experience 1967 Human Motivation 1987 McClellands work included research into motivation and entrepreneurship. MOTIVATION McClellands Needs Theory 1 McClellands Needs Theory Branden Jaquays BUS610. McClellands theory of needs. Frederick Herzbergs Two Factor Theory - Motivation Hygiene Factors. It lies at the core of goal-directed behavior. McClellands Theory of Motivation. Abraham Maslows hierarchy of human needs 1943 is perhaps the most well known and most referred to. The balanced scorecard contains four dimensions. David McClellands Theory of Motivat