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What determines the goods and services a society is likely to accept?
What determines the goods and services a society is likely to accept?
- Government regulations
- Economic System
- Production factors
- Socio-cultural processes (correct)
In a strong economy, what might a growing company need to do to attract workers?
In a strong economy, what might a growing company need to do to attract workers?
- Reduce its workforce
- Expand its operational capacity
- Pay less and offer fewer benefits
- Pay higher wages and offer more benefits (correct)
Which type of economic system involves a centralized government controlling production and allocation decisions?
Which type of economic system involves a centralized government controlling production and allocation decisions?
- Market economic system
- Mixed market economic system
- Capitalist economic system
- Planned economic system (correct)
Which political ideology is primarily associated with planned economies?
Which political ideology is primarily associated with planned economies?
What main factors are owned or used in the production of goods within an economic system?
What main factors are owned or used in the production of goods within an economic system?
In which economic system does socialism exist?
In which economic system does socialism exist?
Which of the following is NOT a type of economic system mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a type of economic system mentioned?
Which statement best describes the role of individuals in a communistic system?
Which statement best describes the role of individuals in a communistic system?
Which skill involves the ability to think and conceptualize about abstract and complex situations within an organization?
Which skill involves the ability to think and conceptualize about abstract and complex situations within an organization?
What type of skill is characterized by knowledge and proficiency in a specific field?
What type of skill is characterized by knowledge and proficiency in a specific field?
Which category of classical management skills focuses on the ability to work well with other people?
Which category of classical management skills focuses on the ability to work well with other people?
In the context of contemporary management skills, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a major typical managerial activity?
In the context of contemporary management skills, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a major typical managerial activity?
Which skill set is crucial for performing well in management according to the outlined management skills?
Which skill set is crucial for performing well in management according to the outlined management skills?
What is considered a fundamental managerial skill for influencing organizational members?
What is considered a fundamental managerial skill for influencing organizational members?
Which stage in a management career often reflects a plateau in progress?
Which stage in a management career often reflects a plateau in progress?
What is one of the strategies for promoting one's own career?
What is one of the strategies for promoting one's own career?
Which factor is essential for organizational success in a dynamic marketplace?
Which factor is essential for organizational success in a dynamic marketplace?
What aspect does logistics management primarily address?
What aspect does logistics management primarily address?
Dual-career couples are characterized by which of the following?
Dual-career couples are characterized by which of the following?
Which of the following is not typically included in the exploration stage of a career?
Which of the following is not typically included in the exploration stage of a career?
How do female managers commonly face unique challenges within management careers?
How do female managers commonly face unique challenges within management careers?
What is the primary goal of 'influencing' activities in management?
What is the primary goal of 'influencing' activities in management?
What are the core components of controlling in management?
What are the core components of controlling in management?
Which of the following best describes a manager's role?
Which of the following best describes a manager's role?
Which characteristic is NOT common to organizations?
Which characteristic is NOT common to organizations?
In management levels, who is responsible for implementing strategic plans set by top management?
In management levels, who is responsible for implementing strategic plans set by top management?
Which level of management is primarily responsible for organization-wide decisions?
Which level of management is primarily responsible for organization-wide decisions?
What is the primary focus of first-line managers?
What is the primary focus of first-line managers?
Which of the following activities is NOT typically part of the influencing role of a manager?
Which of the following activities is NOT typically part of the influencing role of a manager?
What best describes the political-legal environment in business?
What best describes the political-legal environment in business?
How do international economic conditions impact businesses?
How do international economic conditions impact businesses?
Which factor does NOT belong to the sociocultural environment affecting businesses?
Which factor does NOT belong to the sociocultural environment affecting businesses?
In what way does the technological environment benefit businesses?
In what way does the technological environment benefit businesses?
Which of the following is a consideration in the external environment of international firms?
Which of the following is a consideration in the external environment of international firms?
What impact does technological advancement have on international trade?
What impact does technological advancement have on international trade?
Which aspect does NOT typically influence international market opportunities?
Which aspect does NOT typically influence international market opportunities?
Which factor is categorized under the technological environment?
Which factor is categorized under the technological environment?
Flashcards
External Environment
External Environment
The environment outside an organization that can affect its success.
International Factor
International Factor
Global factors like trade deals and politics that influence a company.
Technological Environment
Technological Environment
Tools and methods companies use to create value, like technology and processes.
Political-Legal Environment
Political-Legal Environment
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Sociocultural Environment
Sociocultural Environment
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Economic Environment
Economic Environment
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Planned Economy
Planned Economy
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Market Economy
Market Economy
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Mixed Market Economy
Mixed Market Economy
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Manager
Manager
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Organization
Organization
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First-line Manager
First-line Manager
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Middle Manager
Middle Manager
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Top Manager
Top Manager
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Technical Skill
Technical Skill
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Human Skill
Human Skill
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Conceptual Skill
Conceptual Skill
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Career
Career
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Career Stages
Career Stages
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Career Exploration
Career Exploration
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Establishment Stage
Establishment Stage
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Maintenance Stage
Maintenance Stage
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Decline Stage
Decline Stage
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Career Growth
Career Growth
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Study Notes
The External Environment
- The environment outside of an organization is multifaceted and can significantly influence a company's success
- International factors like trade agreements, economic conditions, political unrest, and global market opportunities can impact businesses in many countries
- Technological environment encompasses the methods and tools used by firms to create value for their stakeholders, including knowledge, work methods, physical equipment, electronics, and processing systems
- The Political-Legal environment encompasses the regulations governing businesses and their interactions with the government, including laws, zoning requirements, advertising practices, safety regulations, and ethical business conduct
- Sociocultural environment encompasses customs, beliefs, values, practices, behaviors, and demographics, all of which affect how a company operates
- Consumer preferences and tastes can vary greatly across national borders and even within a country, which companies need to be aware of
- Economic environment is the state of the economy where a company operates and can be influenced by economic systems
- Three primary economic systems exist: Planned economies, Market economies, and Mixed market economies
- Planned economies feature a centralized government control over production and allocation decisions
- Market economies rely on free markets and competition to dictate resources
- Mixed market economies combine elements of both planned and market economies
The Management Task
- Managers are individuals who coordinate and oversee the work of others to achieve organizational goals
- Organizations are groups of people formed to attain a shared purpose
- Key characteristics of organizations:
- Distinct purpose
- Composed of people
- Deliberate structure
- Management levels:
- First-line managers supervise non-managerial employees
- Middle managers implement strategic plans and manage first-line managers
- Top managers make organization-wide decisions and set goals
- Important managerial skills:
- Technical skills: Expertise in a specific field
- Human skills: Ability to work effectively with people
- Conceptual skills: Ability to think abstractly and strategically
- 21st-century managerial skills:
- Task-related skills: Leading, planning, organizing, controlling
- People-related skills: Communicating, motivating, supporting
- Change-related skills: Adapting, innovating, managing technology
Management Careers
- Career is the progression of work-related positions over a lifetime
- Career stages:
- Exploration stage: Early in a career, exploring options
- Establishment stage: Building a career foundation
- Maintenance stage: Stability and advancement
- Decline stage: Winding down a career
- Strategies for career growth:
- Identify career path
- Network and seek mentorship
- Proactively develop skills
- Special career concerns:
- Women managers: Overcoming gender barriers
- Dual-career couples: Balancing work and family life
- Gender salary gap: Addressing salary disparities
Management Skills
- Technical Skills are knowledge and proficiency in a specific field
- Human Skills are the ability to work well with other people
- Conceptual Skills are the ability to think and conceptualize abstract and complex situations concerning the organization.
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