Leadership Development and Succession Planning Quiz
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What is the focus of the Coca Cola Program for manufacturing employees?

  • Administrative and clerical skills
  • Marketing and sales skills
  • Financial management skills
  • Technical, Interpersonal, and Team action skills (correct)
  • What is the advantage of off-the-job training?

  • Immediate feedback
  • Opportunity to monitor development advances
  • Immediate application of newly acquired knowledge
  • Networking among participants out of different functions and countries (correct)
  • What is the purpose of Diversity training?

  • To develop administrative skills
  • To enhance technical skills
  • To improve marketing strategies
  • To promote understanding and inclusion of diverse perspectives (correct)
  • What is evaluated in the 'Reaction' level of Kirkpatrick's training evaluation?

    <p>Immediate reactions of the participants after the training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method used for conducting multimedia training in the text?

    <p>Cyber Learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of 'My Knowledge Corner' in the multimedia training context?

    <p>To share employee skills and expertise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are training hours completed linked to individual performance scores in the multimedia training context?

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

    What is the main focus of Competency Assessment in the multimedia training context?

    <p>Identifying successful performers' competencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which company did Narayana Murthy change his designation to 'chief mentor' to emphasize the importance of building leaders?

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

    Which company has formal leadership development programs according to the text?

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

    What criteria does P&G use for selecting senior executives?

    <p>Character, values, integrity, proven track record, and visionary leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the choice of a CEO represent according to the text?

    <p>A calculated bet on their judgment in selecting people, setting the organization's direction, and handling crises</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of technology-based approaches in training and development mentioned in the text?

    <p>Computer-assisted instruction, computer-managed instruction, virtual reality training, and multimedia training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for companies according to the text?

    <p>Succession planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who groomed Cyrus Mistry for leadership at Tata Group according to the text?

    <p>Ratan Tata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect should not be overlooked in HR decisions according to the text?

    <p>Cultural aspects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an ongoing process supported by appropriate resources, capabilities, and systems according to the text?

    <p>Succession planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can make succession planning unsuccessful according to the text?

    <p>Individuals possessing unique qualities that make them irreplaceable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of computer-based training mentioned in the text?

    <p>Computer-assisted instruction, computer-managed instruction, virtual reality training, and multimedia training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of selecting and developing candidates for succession according to the text?

    <p>Succession planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Training, Leadership Development, and Succession Planning

    • Narayana Murthy changed his designation to "chief mentor" to emphasize the importance of building leaders at Infosys.
    • Several companies, including GCPL, Xerox, Eicher Group, TCS, HCL Ltd, and Ashok Leyland, have formal leadership development programs.
    • Succession planning is crucial for companies, and the process of selecting and developing candidates for succession begins early.
    • P&G's criteria for selecting senior executives include character, values, integrity, proven track record, and visionary leadership.
    • The choice of a CEO is a calculated bet on their judgment in selecting people, setting the organization's direction, and handling crises.
    • Succession planning is an ongoing process supported by appropriate resources, capabilities, and systems.
    • Succession planning may not always be successful, especially when individuals possess unique qualities that make them irreplaceable.
    • Some HR issues contributed to the declining market position of Infosys and the comeback of Narayana Murthy.
    • Cyrus Mistry was groomed by Ratan Tata for leadership at Tata Group.
    • New developments in training and development include technology-based approaches such as computer-based training and competency-based approaches.
    • Technology can influence HR decisions, but cultural aspects should not be overlooked.
    • Computer-based training includes computer-assisted instruction, computer-managed instruction, virtual reality training, and multimedia training, used in various fields including piloting, military training, and medical training.

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    Test your knowledge of training, leadership development, and succession planning with this quiz. Explore the importance of grooming leaders, succession planning processes, criteria for selecting senior executives, and the impact of technology on training and development. Delve into real-life examples from companies like Infosys, P&G, and Tata Group to understand the significance of effective leadership development strategies.

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