Introduction to Management by Henri Fayol - SH Group International
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What is the main focus of planning according to the text?

  • Achieving immediate goals
  • Involving emotional decision making
  • Reacting to uncertain situations
  • Thinking before taking action (correct)

    • What does planning involve?

  • Emotional reactions
  • Impulsive decision making
  • Unrealistic thinking
  • Logical thinking (correct)

    • What does SMART objective stand for, as per the text?

  • Significant, Measurable, Attainable, Required, Timed
  • Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant & Record, Time-related (correct)
  • Simple, Methodical, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound
  • Structured, Measurable, Appropriate, Relevant, Timely
  • Specific, Meaningful, Achievable, Result-oriented, Timed

    • What is the purpose of planning?

    <p>To think about future activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Henri Fayol emphasize in his work?

    <p>The significance of logical thinking and rational decision making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym SH in 'SH Group International' stand for?

    <p>Strategic Harmonization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fundamental management function that involves deciding beforehand?

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

    According to AACE International, which process is an art form based on experience and knowledge?

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

    What is the hierarchal decomposition of the total scope of work to accomplish project objectives called?

    <p>Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'Plan Project Scheduling' process?

    <p>Deciding on how the schedule will be developed and managed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an effort needed to complete a work package called?

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

    Which process involves the orderly activities necessary to complete a project, according to AACE International?

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

    What does the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) reflect?

    <p>The way in which project’s cost and schedule data will be summarized and reported</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step is NOT required to prepare a Project Schedule?

    <p>Conduct GAP Analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the resources involved in determining activities for project completion?

    <p>Material, equipment, and manpower resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'Scheduling' process involve, according to Traditional Management (PMI)?

    <p>'The process by which duration of project task is applied to the plan'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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