Management Control and Organization Theory
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What is the role of directing in an organization?

Directing helps to initiate action by people towards the attainment of desired objectives. It integrates the effort of employees in such a way that every individual effort contributes to the overall organisational performance, and it guides the employees to fully realize their potential and capabilities by motivating and providing effective leadership.

What are the two factors that influence a manager’s ability to supervise a larger number of subordinates?

  • The manager's expertise and experience (correct)
  • The clarity and complexity of the work
  • The level of motivation and skills of the subordinates (correct)
  • The organizational culture and communication system in place

    • What is the purpose of the control process?

  • To identify and correct any deviations from the organization’s plans and standards. (correct)
  • To ensure that the organization’s activities and operations are aligned with the organization’s plans and objectives.
  • To monitor employee performance and reward or punish them as necessary.
  • To ensure that the organization’s resources are being used efficiently and effectively.

    • According to Maslow’s theory of human motivation, self-actualization needs are the most basic needs that must be satisfied before higher level needs can be met.

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

    Decentralization means the accumulation of management authority at the highest point in the organisational structure.

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

    A budget is a statement of anticipated results for a specific future period.

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

    Job enrichment is the process of adding tasks to a job, making it wider and more challenging.

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

    Name the three main aspects of organizational structure.

    <p>The three main aspects are authority, responsibility, and accountability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the difference between training and development.

    <p>Training is a job-oriented process that aims to improve the skills and knowledge of employees to perform specific tasks, while development is a career-oriented process that aims to help employees grow in their careers by equipping them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the key elements of a management control system?

    <p>The four key elements of a management control system are a detector or sensor, an assessor, an effector, and a communication network.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of external sources of recruitment?

    <p>Professional networking websites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are considered to be “hygiene factors” according to Herzberg’s two-factor theory?

    <p>Job security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the key advantages of a flat organizational structure?

    <p>The key advantages include improved communication and employee responsibility, faster implementation of new ideas, and better coordination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two primary aims of management control?

    <p>The two primary aims of management control are to ensure that the organization's activities are consistent with its plans and objectives, and it helps to improve the efficiency of the organization’s use of resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common technique used in the performance appraisal process?

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

    What are the four main types of leadership styles?

    <p>The four main types of leadership styles are autocratic or task management, participative or democratic, laissez-faire or free-rein, and paternalistic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a cost center and a profit center?

    <p>A cost center is responsible for the cost of its operations, while a profit center is responsible for both the cost and revenue of its operations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the barriers to effective communication within an organization?

    <p>Some of the barriers to effective communication within an organization include filtering, selective perception, emotions, extreme emotions, language, stereotyping, status difference, use of conflicting signals, and the halo effect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common purpose of the job rotation process?

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

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    Study Notes

    Module Subtitles

    • Objectives
    • Outcome
    • Planning
    • Features of planning
    • Importance of planning
    • Types of plans
    • Planning Process
    • The Decision-Making Process
    • Modern Organisation Theory
    • Systems Theory
    • Contingency Theory
    • Administrative Theory
    • Need for Control System
    • Techniques of Control
    • Behavioural Aspects of Management Control
    • Responsibility Centers
    • Measuring and Controlling Assets Employed
    • Strategic Planning for Management Control
    • Management Control for Differentiated Strategies
    • Meaning and functions of Management Control
    • Meaning, Need for and Importance of Departmentalization
    • Types of Departmentalization
    • Organization Structure
    • Importance of Organization
    • Line Organisation
    • Line and Staff Organisation
    • Functional Organisation
    • Principles of Organizing
    • Span of Control
    • Implications of the Span of Control
    • Delegation of Authority
    • Principles of Delegation
    • Centralization and Decentralization of Authority
    • Communication
    • Elements of Communication Process
    • Barriers of Communication
    • Leadership
    • Leadership Styles
    • Qualities of a Good Leader
    • Meaning of Training and Development
    • Importance of Training and Development
    • Training Methods
    • Job Analysis
    • Recruitment
    • Sources of Recruitment
    • Meaning and Importance of Selection
    • The Selection Process
    • Staffing as Part of Human Resource Management
    • Evolution of Human Resource Management
    • Job Analysis
    • The Process of Determining Future Human Resource Needs (Manpower Planning)

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    This quiz covers the key concepts in management control, planning, and organizational theory. It explores different planning processes, types of plans, decision-making, and the importance of structure within an organization. Test your understanding of departmentalization, delegation, and control systems in management.

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