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Functions of Management and Skills
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When Jasmine analyzes monthly sales figures for her flower shop to determine sales targets, she is involved in which function of the management process?

  • Leading
  • Planning
  • Controlling (correct)
  • Organizing

    • Which skill do top managers depend on the most?

  • Conceptual skills (correct)
  • Time management skills
  • Decision-making skills
  • Human relations skills

    • What does the 'R' in the SMART goal-setting framework stand for?

  • Realistic
  • Responsible
  • Reliable
  • Relevant (correct)

    • Which of the following skills is least likely to be prioritized by top management?

    <p>Technical skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Effective goal setting utilizes which framework to assess and guide outcomes?

    <p>SMART</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the management process, which function involves establishing objectives?

    <p>Planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'measurable' in the context of SMART goals?

    <p>Progress towards the goal can be quantified.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a component of effective management skills needed at different levels of management?

    <p>Financial skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which level of management is primarily responsible for the overall performance of the firm?

    <p>Top Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key responsibilities of top managers regarding their employees?

    <p>Providing leadership to other managers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of manager is responsible for implementing decisions made by top managers?

    <p>Middle Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does the controlling function of management primarily involve?

    <p>Monitoring the firm's performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of manager focuses on overseeing employee productivity at the operational level?

    <p>First-line Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of management involves handling the financial aspects of a company?

    <p>Financial Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four functions that constitute the management process?

    <p>Planning, Leading, Organizing, Controlling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What authority do managers have concerning their employees?

    <p>The authority to give orders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of top managers in a business?

    <p>Setting strategic direction and providing leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which management function involves determining how to use existing resources?

    <p>Organizing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the five basic management skills?

    <p>Creative Skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of goal setting in management?

    <p>It provides direction for organizational success.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Contingency planning is best described as:

    <p>A method for dealing with unexpected situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of manager is responsible for the day-to-day success of their organization?

    <p>First-line Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is corporate culture important in an organization?

    <p>It influences employee behavior and performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of skill is primarily focused on interacting effectively with others?

    <p>Human Relations skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the decision-making process?

    <p>Recognize and define the decision situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a leading cause of wasted time in management?

    <p>Excessive paperwork</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does setting strategic goals help to define within a company?

    <p>Corporate culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skill is notably important for determining the best course of action in uncertain situations?

    <p>Risk Propensity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does effective time management play in a manager's productivity?

    <p>Ensures productive use of time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is an integral part of the behavioral aspects of decision making?

    <p>Organizational Politics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of aligning an organization with its external environment?

    <p>To ensure strategic management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of contingency planning?

    <p>Responding to unexpected changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Crisis management is best defined as:

    <p>Methods for dealing with emergencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of corporate culture?

    <p>Adherence to industry standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a company effectively communicate its culture to employees?

    <p>Through a clear mission statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component of managing change in corporate culture?

    <p>Formulating a vision of the new company</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is important for employees to maintain corporate culture?

    <p>Rewards for cultural understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of tactical planning, which statement is correct?

    <p>It is about developing short-run strategies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential result of a company's strong corporate culture?

    <p>Shared direction among employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Functions of Management

    • Planning: defining business needs and how to achieve them
    • Leading: guiding and motivating subordinates to achieve objectives
    • Organizing: determining how to use resources to implement the plan
    • Controlling: monitoring firm performance

    Types of Managers

    • Levels: Top management, middle management, and first-line management
    • Areas: Marketing, finance, operations, human resource, and information

    Basic Management Skills

    • Technical Skills
    • Human Relations Skills
    • Conceptual Skills
    • Time Management Skills
    • Decision-Making Skills

    Time Management

    Leading causes of wasted time:

    • Paperwork
    • Telephone
    • Meetings
    • Email

    Decision Making Skills

    Steps:

    • Recognize and define the decision situation
    • Identify alternatives
    • Evaluate the alternatives
    • Select the best alternative
    • Implement the chosen alternative
    • Follow up and evaluate the results

    Behavioral Aspects of Decision Making

    • Organizational Politics
    • Intuition
    • Escalation of Commitment
    • Risk Propensity

    Setting Goals and Formulating Strategy

    • Strategic Management: Aligning the organization with its external environment.
    • Strategic Goals: Performance objectives a firm aims to achieve.

    Purpose of Setting Goals

    • Provides direction, guidance, and motivation
    • Assists in allocating resources
    • Helps to define corporate culture
    • Helps managers assess performance

    Contingency Planning and Crisis Management

    • Contingency Planning: Identifying potential changes and ways the company can respond.
    • Crisis Management: Methods for dealing with emergencies.

    Corporate Culture

    • A firm's personality, consisting of shared experiences, stories, beliefs, and norms.
    • Culture can direct employee efforts.

    Managing Change

    • Cultural Change Process:
      • Management formulates a vision of a new company
      • New systems of appraisal and compensation

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