Topic 3A organizational culture

Which of the following elements must be managed to effectively execute a strategic plan?

Why is it essential for managers to act on a strategy after its formulation?

Besides organizational culture and structure, what additional area is crucial for successful strategy implementation?

A company has a well-defined strategic plan. What is the immediate next step to ensure the strategy's success?

Which of the following is the most accurate description of ‘executing strategy’?

An organization's culture, structure, and HR practices are most effectively viewed as:

Which of the following best describes organizational culture?

Organizational structure is primarily concerned with:

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a core component of human resource practices?

An organization that emphasizes employee collaboration and values flexibility over stability is likely operating under which type of culture?

Which organizational culture type is characterized by an external focus and values stability and control?

A company that prioritizes innovation, adaptability, and quick responses to changes in the external environment likely operates with which type of organizational culture?

Which organizational culture is best suited for a highly regulated industry that requires process management, efficiency, and reliability?

Why is it crucial for managers to align organizational culture, structure, and HR practices with the overarching strategy?

Which of the following best describes how to characterize an organization's culture?

What is the first step that organizations should take when trying to change their culture?

An organization chart typically illustrates which of the following key features of an organization?

A company is structured into different departments based on the type of work they do (e.g., marketing, finance, operations). What type of organizational structure does this represent?

Which organizational structure is characterized by a temporary network of independent companies that come together to exploit specific opportunities and then disband?

In a decentralized organization, where does the decision-making authority primarily lie?

A manufacturing company that subcontracts most of its production processes to other companies is an example of what type of structure?

A small start-up is characterized by centralized decision-making, few formal rules, and employees handling multiple roles. Which organizational structure best describes this setup?

A multinational corporation organizes its structure around different geographical regions, each responsible for its own sales and operations. Which organizational design is being utilized?

A tech startup leverages cloud-based services for its data storage, customer relationship management, and software development, while focusing primarily on product innovation and marketing. What type of organizational structure does this best represent?

An engineering firm groups its employees by specialties such as structural, electrical, and mechanical engineering. Which type of organizational structure is this?

An organization needs to enhance collaboration and teamwork across different departments to solve complex problems. Which organizational design would be most suitable?

An automobile manufacturer sources its engine components from Germany, its electronic systems from Japan, and its interior from Italy, assembling the final product in the United States. This exemplifies which type of organizational structure?

A group of independent consultants forms a temporary alliance to bid on a large IT project. Once the project is completed, the alliance dissolves. This scenario is most characteristic of a:

In a hospital setting, nurses report to both the head of nursing (a functional manager) and the head of a specific unit (e.g., cardiology, a divisional manager). Which organizational structure is being applied?

A fast-growing company initially operated with a highly adaptable and innovative culture. However, to support a new strategy focused on efficiency and cost reduction, which of the following adjustments is MOST critical?

What is the potential consequence of neglecting to adapt Human Resources (HR) practices when a company transitions from a functional to a divisional structure?

At Mary Kay Cosmetics Co., top sales performers are awarded pink Cadillacs during celebratory events. This practice is best described as embodying which combination of cultural elements?

According to research on organizational culture, which culture type is most likely to foster positive employee attitudes and morale?

Organizations with market cultures tend to exhibit strengths in specific areas. Which of the following organizational outcomes is most strongly associated with a market culture?

Compared to hierarchical cultures, which set of organizational cultures is most likely to demonstrate superior performance in operational outcomes, quality, and innovation?

Based on the organizational culture study, what is the relationship between organizational culture and financial performance?

A company wants to reinforce its commitment to customer service. Which mechanism for changing organizational culture would be most directly related to publicly demonstrating this value to both employees and customers?

When a new employee joins an organization, they undergo a process of learning the company's values, norms, and expected behaviors. This process is best described as:

After a major product recall crisis, the CEO publicly took responsibility and outlined a series of steps to prevent future issues, emphasizing transparency and accountability. This leadership response primarily serves as a mechanism to change organizational culture through:

An organization structured with departments for marketing, sales, finance, and operations, each headed by a specialist in that area, exemplifies which type of organizational design?

A newly formed tech startup with a handful of employees, where the founder makes all key decisions and there are minimal formal rules, most likely operates under a:

Organizational culture, structure, and human resource practices are described as being like 'strands in a rope'. What does this analogy primarily suggest about their relationship to organizational strategy?

To enhance responsiveness and integration across different departments and product lines, a large multinational corporation is considering moving away from a strictly functional structure. Which of the following organizational redesigns would be most appropriate to achieve this goal?

Imagine a company that manufactures electronics and operates in North America, Europe, and Asia, with each region having its own production, marketing, and sales teams tailored to local markets. This organizational setup is characteristic of a:

Which of the following statements best describes organizational culture according to the provided text?

What is the primary reason for managers to focus on organizational culture and structure when implementing a strategic plan?

An organization aims to foster greater teamwork and break down barriers between specialized departments to improve project delivery times and innovation. Which organizational design would best support this objective?

Which of the following statements provides the best overview of the relationship between strategy formulation and strategy execution?

Imagine a company with a brilliant strategic plan that fails to deliver the expected results. What is the most likely reason for this failure?

Human Resource (HR) practices, as described, encompass activities EXCEPT:

A company is developing a new strategy that requires significant changes in the way it operates. Which of the following areas should it address first to ensure successful strategy execution?

An organization that values employee collaboration and internal focus, while prioritizing adaptability and discretion over rigid procedures, most likely operates with which type of culture?

Which scenario exemplifies the interdependence of organizational culture and structure in executing a strategic plan focused on innovation?

The Competing Values Framework uses two dimensions to categorize organizational cultures. These dimensions are:

A software startup that thrives on innovation, rapidly adapts to changing market trends, and encourages employee creativity operates primarily with characteristics of which organizational culture type?

A large, established bank known for its strict regulatory compliance, emphasis on efficiency, and formalized procedures would likely exhibit characteristics of which organizational culture?

When an organization claims to value teamwork and collaboration (espoused value), but its performance management system solely rewards individual achievements, this discrepancy highlights a gap between:

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the use of symbols to reinforce organizational culture?

A fast-food chain implements a new policy where local restaurant managers are empowered to make decisions about local marketing campaigns and community outreach programs. This change indicates a shift toward:

To foster innovation and quick adaptation to market changes, a technology company decides to flatten its hierarchy, reduce management layers, and empower self-managed teams. This initiative directly impacts:

A global software company adopts a structure where project teams are formed with members from different functional departments (e.g., marketing, engineering, customer support) to work on specific products. Once the product is launched, the team disbands. This is an example of:

An organization changes its reward system to recognize both individual and team accomplishments, accompanied by training programs that emphasize collaboration and communication skills. These actions primarily aim to:

A manufacturing company decides to outsource its entire IT department to a third-party provider, focusing its internal resources on product development and sales. This structural change is most characteristic of a:

When a well-established hierarchical organization acquires a small, agile startup known for its innovative culture, which of the following steps is MOST critical to successfully integrate the startup without stifling its creativity?

A company initially adopts a functional structure but then decides to pursue a diversification strategy, entering several new and distinct markets. What organizational adaptation is MOST likely required to support this new strategy?

An organization with a strong clan culture is implementing a new strategy focused on aggressive market penetration and rapid sales growth. Which change in HR practices would BEST support this strategic shift?

A tech company with a modular structure is considering expanding into a new international market. Which factor should be MOST carefully evaluated when selecting overseas partners for module production?

A virtual organization is created to develop and launch a new mobile app within a six-month window. After the app is successfully launched, what is the MOST likely outcome for this virtual structure?

XYZ Manufacturing initially operated with a centralized structure and cost-leadership strategy. It now aims to foster innovation and become more responsive to market changes. Which of the following structural changes is MOST appropriate?

A tech company emphasizes collaboration, open communication, and shared decision-making. Which cultural element would be MOST effective in reinforcing these values?

A company facing a major ethical scandal wants to rebuild trust and reinforce its commitment to ethical behavior. Which leadership action would be MOST effective in initiating this cultural shift?

An organization is transitioning from a hierarchical structure to a more team-based, collaborative approach. Which HR practice needs the MOST significant change to support this transition?

A company with a strong market culture wants to enhance its innovation capabilities. Which of the following strategies would be MOST effective in achieving this goal?

A company is experiencing poor employee morale and a lack of engagement. Based on the organizational culture research presented, which type of culture is MOST likely to improve employee attitudes?

Which of the following organizational changes would MOST directly support a shift towards an adhocracy culture?

A company is attempting to change its culture to be more customer-focused. Which action would provide the MOST DIRECT reinforcement of this new value?

A company is publicly praised as one of the best places to work. How might an analysis of the organization's culture explain this?

Strategy Execution

Organizational Culture

Organizational Structure

Human Resources Practices

Culture & Structure

Delegation

Responsibility

Authority

Accountability

Adhocracy Culture

Organizational Chart

Span of Control

Centralized Authority

HR Practices

Clan Culture

Market Culture

Hierarchy Culture

Horizontal Dimension (Culture)

Hollow Structure

Modular Structure

Virtual Structure

Strategy Alignment

Functional Structure

Organizational Symbol

Organizational Story

Organizational Hero

Rites and Rituals

Organizational Socialization

Clan Cultures & Attitudes

Clan & Market Cultures: Benefits

Mechanisms of Culture Change

Strategy Implementation

Culture & Structure Importance

Competing Values Framework

Organizational Design

Simple Structure

Wide Span of Control

Narrow Span of Control

Enacted Values

Espoused Values