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What is a decision?
What is a decision?
A conclusion or resolution reached after consideration.
What is a programmed decision?
What is a programmed decision?
A decision made using a predefined process or set of rules.
What is an avoider?
What is an avoider?
A person who tends to evade making decisions.
What is a seeker?
What is a seeker?
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What is planning?
What is planning?
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What are objectives?
What are objectives?
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What are short-range plans?
What are short-range plans?
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What are strategic plans?
What are strategic plans?
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What are operational/tactical plans?
What are operational/tactical plans?
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What is a policy?
What is a policy?
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What are rules?
What are rules?
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What are procedures?
What are procedures?
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What is forecasting?
What is forecasting?
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What is contingency planning?
What is contingency planning?
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What is scenario planning?
What is scenario planning?
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What is benchmarking?
What is benchmarking?
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What is competitive advantage?
What is competitive advantage?
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What is strategy?
What is strategy?
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What is strategy formulation?
What is strategy formulation?
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What is SWOT analysis?
What is SWOT analysis?
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What is the BCG Matrix?
What is the BCG Matrix?
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What is a question mark in the BCG Matrix?
What is a question mark in the BCG Matrix?
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What is a star in the BCG Matrix?
What is a star in the BCG Matrix?
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What is a cash cow in the BCG Matrix?
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Study Notes
Decision-Making and Planning
- Decision: A conclusion reached after considering options.
- Programmed Decision: A decision made using pre-defined rules.
- Non-Programmed Decision: A decision made in response to unique circumstances.
- Crisis: A time of intense difficulty or danger requiring immediate action.
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Decision Styles:
- Avoider: One who avoids making decisions.
- Solver: One who actively seeks to resolve problems.
- Seeker: One who seeks information and solutions.
Planning Concepts
- Planning: The process of creating plans for something.
- Objectives: Specific results aimed for within a timeframe.
- Short-Range Plans: Plans covering one year or less.
- Long-Range Plans: Plans covering a period longer than one year.
- Strategic Plans: Plans outlining long-term goals and how to achieve them.
- Operational/Tactical Plans: Plans specifying the implementation of strategic plans.
- Policy: A principle or rule guiding decisions.
- Rules: Explicit regulations or principles for conduct.
- Procedures: Established ways of doing something officially.
- Budgets: Financial plans outlining expected revenues and expenditures.
- Projects: Temporary endeavors creating unique products or services.
Forecasting and Analysis
- Forecasting: Predicting future trends using historical data.
- Contingency Planning: Creating alternative plans for unforeseen events.
- Scenario Planning: A method for flexible long-term planning.
- Benchmarking: Comparing business processes and performance to industry best practices.
- Competitive Advantage: A favorable position in the market.
- Strategy: A plan of action to achieve a long-term aim.
- Strategy Formulation: Defining an organization's strategy/direction.
- SWOT Analysis: Identifying Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.
- PESTLE Analysis: Analyzing Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Legal, and Environmental factors affecting an organization.
- BCG Matrix: A tool for evaluating the strategic position of a brand portfolio.
- Question Mark: Low market share in a high-growth market (BCG Matrix).
- Star: High market share in a high-growth market (BCG Matrix).
- Dog: Low market share in a low-growth market (BCG Matrix).
- Cash Cow: High market share in a low-growth market (BCG Matrix).
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Description
Test your knowledge on the key concepts of decision-making and planning. This quiz covers various types of decisions, decision styles, and planning strategies including short-range and long-range objectives. Understand how these concepts apply in real-world scenarios and improve your strategic thinking skills.