Directing Function of Management Quiz
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What is the primary concern of the Directing function of management?

  • Monitoring employee performance
  • Setting organizational goals
  • Implementing organizational changes
  • Instructing, guiding, inspiring, and motivating employees (correct)

    • Which is a characteristic of Directing?

  • It is unrelated to organizational goals
  • It is a one-time activity
  • It initiates action (correct)
  • It focuses solely on top-level management

    • What is the role of a supervisor in the context of Directing?

  • Mediator and guide (correct)
  • Decision-maker and enforcer
  • Isolator and critic
  • Observer and evaluator

    • Which is a principle of Directing?

    <p>Harmony of objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main elements of Directing?

    <p>Supervision, Motivation, Leadership, Communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the importance of the Directing function of management.

    <p>Directing is important to initiate action, integrate employees' efforts, provide means of motivation, maintain balance in the organization, and facilitate change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the characteristics of Directing in management?

    <p>The characteristics of Directing include initiating action, being a continuing function, taking place at every level, flowing from top to bottom, being performance-oriented, and involving the human element.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List the principles of Directing in management.

    <p>The principles of Directing include maximum individual contribution, harmony of objectives, unity of command, appropriate technique, managerial communication, strategic use of informal organization, effective leadership, and follow-through.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main elements of directing in management?

    <p>The main elements of directing are supervision, motivation, leadership, and communication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the role of supervision in the context of Directing.

    <p>Supervision involves instructing, guiding, monitoring, and observing employees while they perform their jobs. The supervisor also acts as a mediator or linking pin and a guide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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