Fundamental Concepts of Management Quiz
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Which of the following best describes management?

  • The coordination of actions to achieve desired outcomes (correct)
  • The achievement of organizational goals
  • The supervision of organizational resources
  • The planning and control of organizational activities
  • Why are managers important to organizations?

  • To supervise the use of resources
  • To control organizational activities
  • To coordinate actions of individuals
  • To achieve organizational goals (correct)
  • What are the functions, roles, and skills of managers?

  • Planning, organizing, and leading (correct)
  • Planning, organizing, and controlling
  • Supervising, coordinating, and leading
  • Supervising, coordinating, and controlling
  • What are the three levels of management?

    <p>Strategic, operational, and tactical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenges and constraints do managers face in today's external environment?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which management theory emphasizes the importance of job specialization and division of labor?

    <p>Taylor Scientific Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which management theory focuses on the principles of a hierarchical organization structure and clear lines of authority?

    <p>Fayol’s Principles Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which management theory emphasizes the importance of time and motion studies to improve efficiency?

    <p>Taylor Scientific Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which management theory focuses on the importance of understanding individual differences and creating a supportive work environment?

    <p>The Gilbreths Administrative Management Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which management theory emphasizes the importance of rules, procedures, and formalized structures in organizations?

    <p>The theory of Bureaucracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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