Contemporary Management Overview

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What is the primary purpose of management within an organization?

To ensure employee satisfaction

To increase market share

To efficiently utilize organizational resources to achieve goals (correct)

To enhance customer relationships

Which of the following would NOT be considered a primary responsibility of managers?

Setting organizational goals

Strategic planning

Developing marketing campaigns (correct)

Resource allocation

What do managers use to achieve organizational goals effectively?

Emotional intelligence

Technological innovations

Internal marketing strategies

Organizational resources (correct)

Which of the following best describes the importance of management in an organization?

To align resources with strategic objectives Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the planning process?

Deciding which goals the organization will pursue Signup and view all the answers

What does organizing involve in a management context?

Structuring working relationships among employees Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes organizational structure?

A formal system of task and reporting relationships Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of the leading function in management?

Articulating a clear vision for the organization Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a component of the planning process?

Determining the organizational structure Signup and view all the answers

In leading, which skill is important for managers to have?

Power to influence and persuade others Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of setting organizational goals?

To guide the planning and resource allocation process Signup and view all the answers

How can a manager improve customer satisfaction according to the organizing task?

By working closely with their team Signup and view all the answers

What does organizational performance measure?

The efficiency and effectiveness of resource usage Signup and view all the answers

How did Satya Nadella impact Microsoft through his corporate mission revision?

Improved employee morale and product quality Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario best illustrates efficiency?

UPS drivers leaving truck doors open to reduce delivery times Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by effectiveness in an organization?

How well an organization meets its goals Signup and view all the answers

What is one economic benefit of becoming a good manager?

A median wage of $99,310 in the United States Signup and view all the answers

What does studying management in school provide for individuals?

Exposure to lessons learned by others Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason to study management?

Learning theories that apply only to large corporations Signup and view all the answers

What percentage growth rate in job openings for general managers is projected between now and 2026?

5% to 9% Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of managers in an organization?

To supervise the use of an organization's resources to meet its goals Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the four principal managerial tasks?

Planning, organizing, leading, and controlling Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why managers are divided into different departments?

To perform tasks more efficiently and effectively Signup and view all the answers

Which level of management is primarily responsible for strategic decision-making?

Top-level management Signup and view all the answers

How does globalization affect management practices?

It creates a need for managers to adapt to international markets. Signup and view all the answers

What does controlling in management refer to?

Monitoring and adjusting organizational performance Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a resource in an organization?

Employee opinions Signup and view all the answers

What challenge do managers face in the competitive global environment?

Adapting to rapid technological advancements Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to Management

Course title: Contemporary Management
Authors: Gareth R. Jones, Jennifer M. George
Edition: Eleventh
Instructors: Dr. Yomna Sameer, Dr. Ola Wazir

Assessment

Case Presentation (In Class): 5%
In Class Assignment: 5%
Project Phase 1: 5%
Project Phase 2: 5%
Project Presentation: 5%
Quizzes (2 Quizzes): 10%
Midterm Exam: 25%
Final Exam: 40%

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Learning Objectives

Objective 1: Describe management, its importance, managerial roles, and effective resource utilization for achieving organizational goals.
Objective 2: Differentiate and explain the importance of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling, and how these managerial tasks influence organizational performance.
Objective 3: Differentiate between different management levels, outlining tasks and responsibilities for each level within an organizational hierarchy.
Objective 4: Explain managerial skill divisions and their rationale for departmentation to maximize efficiency and effectiveness..
Objective 5: Describe major changes in contemporary management practices and how globalization and advanced information technology play a part.
Objective 6: Discuss significant challenges managers currently face in a highly competitive global economy.

What is Management?

Organizations: Groups of people working together to coordinate actions and achieve various goals.
Managers: Responsible for overseeing the use of organizational resources to meet company goals.
Management: Encompasses planning, organizing, leading, and controlling of resources to effectively and efficiently achieve company goals.
Resources: Include people (skills, know-how, experience), machinery, raw materials, IT, patents, financial capital, loyal customers, and employees.
Example of a resource allocation strategy: Microsoft improving its corporate mission to align with technological advancements.
Efficiency: Effective use of resources.
Effectiveness: Achieving appropriate goals successfully

Achieving High Performance: A Manager's Goal

Organizational performance: Measure of how efficiently and effectively managers use resources to meet customer and organizational goals.
Example: Microsoft's revised mission statement impacting employee morale, product quality, and stock market value.
Efficiency example: UPS optimizing delivery times by adjusting truck door usage.
Effectiveness example: Microsoft restructuring to lessen competition issues and improve employee morale.

Management Tasks

Planning: Deciding on organizational goals, strategies, and resource allocation to accomplish those goals.
Organizing: Structuring task and reporting relationships to coordinate and motivate workers toward organizational goals.
Leading: Motivating and coordinating individuals to achieve organizational objectives using personality, power, influence, persuasion and communication.
Controlling: Evaluating effectiveness and success of organizational goals and using feedback to adjust as needed.

Figure 1.1

Visual representation of efficiency and effectiveness in organizations
Illustrates how differing combinations of efficient and effective practices impact organizational performance.

Why Study Management?

Personal Experience: Learning from personal experiences and those of others.
Economic Benefits: High earning potential for managers compared to other positions.
Non-work Benefits: Applying management principles in non-work situations.

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This quiz covers the key concepts of management as outlined in the 'Contemporary Management' textbook. Students will explore managerial roles, the importance of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling, as well as the effective utilization of resources to achieve organizational goals. Prepare to apply these learning objectives in practical scenarios.