Foundations of Planning Quiz

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What is the characteristic of directional plans?

They have clearly defined objectives (correct)
They are unrelated to the organization's overall strategy
They are preferable in times of uncertainty
They are inflexible and rigid

Which of the following statements about operational plans is TRUE?

They encompass the entire organization
They are flexible and adaptable to changing conditions
They are unrelated to the organization's operational area
They cover short-term goals only (correct)

What is a key element of an MBO program?

Loose and non-specific goals (correct)
Non-participative decision making
Performance-based rewards for successful achievement of objectives
Lack of an explicit time period for goals

What is the impact of dynamic environmental change on well-designed action plans?

Enhances organizational performance (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of setting goals that are too easy to accomplish?

They are motivating (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about planning is FALSE?

Even without planning, departments and individuals always work together, allowing organizations to move efficiently toward its goals. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the foundation of organizational planning?

Goals are the foundation of organizational planning. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between goals and objectives in the planning process?

Goals focus on long-term outcomes, while objectives are specific, measurable targets that must be achieved. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is FALSE about organizational goals?

Most businesses have only one objective: to make a profit. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of planning?

Planning is concerned with how objectives are to be accomplished, not what is to be accomplished. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Planning and Goal Setting

Directional plans have a general direction or intentions but lack specific details.

Operational Plans

Operational plans are TRUE in that they focus on implementing specific tasks and activities.

Management by Objectives (MBO)

A key element of an MBO program is setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals.

Environmental Change and Planning

Dynamic environmental change can make well-designed action plans obsolete, requiring adjustments to stay relevant.

Goal Setting

Setting goals that are too easy to accomplish can lead to complacency and underutilization of resources.
Planning is FALSE in that it is not solely focused on making decisions.
The foundation of organizational planning is based on the organization's mission and vision.

Goals and Objectives

Goals are broad, long-term desired outcomes, while objectives are specific, measurable, and achievable milestones.
FALSE about organizational goals: they are always specific and measurable.

Planning Concerns

The primary concern of planning is to allocate resources effectively to achieve organizational goals.

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Description

Test your knowledge of the foundations of planning with this quiz based on Management, 10e (Robbins) Chapter 7. Answer questions about the purpose of planning, its impact on management, and the coordination of departments and individuals.