Management Functions and Roles
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What is a primary focus of management in organizations?

  • Increasing market share aggressively
  • Maximizing employee satisfaction
  • Reducing costs as much as possible
  • Achieving specific goals through asset deployment (correct)

    • Which managerial role involves directing and coordinating people?

  • Monitor
  • Representative
  • Leader (correct)
  • Spokesperson

    • What key function is primarily concerned with measuring performance against pre-set standards?

  • Leading
  • Planning
  • Controlling (correct)
  • Organizing

    • In Max Weber's concept of bureaucracy, which of the following is NOT a principle?

    <p>Increased flexibility in rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Frederick Taylor's Scientific Management theory, what aspect is emphasized?

    <p>Standardization and specialization of tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which managerial role is responsible for resolving unexpected issues?

    <p>Disturbance handler</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is NOT associated with Administrative Management according to H Fayol?

    <p>Horizontal management structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the roles included in the Informational category of managerial roles?

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

    What concept did the Hawthorne experiments contribute to experimental design?

    <p>The Hawthorne Effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of the macro global environment?

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

    Which managerial approach emphasizes that management practices must be context-dependent?

    <p>Contingency Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy involves offering unique products that stand out from competitors?

    <p>Differentiation Strategy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of planning focuses on the day-to-day operations of an organization?

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

    Which of the following best describes the term 'competitive environment'?

    <p>The immediate environment a business interacts with</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the Focus Strategy in competitive strategy?

    <p>Concentration on a specific market niche</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary step in the planning process?

    <p>Define Corporate Objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT identified by Mintzberg as a type of organizational structure?

    <p>Flexible hierarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of demand analysis in HRM?

    <p>Estimating quality and quantity of HR needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered an intrinsic reward?

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

    What does training primarily aim to do?

    <p>Correct identified skill gaps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership function describes the completion of tasks?

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

    Which of the following best describes the 'great man' theory of leadership?

    <p>Considers innate traits of leaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which performance appraisal method involves comparing individuals directly against each other?

    <p>Paired comparison</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In HRM, which of the following is part of preparing an action plan?

    <p>Recruitment and selection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of a Prospector in Miles and Snow's typology?

    <p>Looks for new opportunities in high growth industries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a SWOT analysis primarily assist organizations in doing?

    <p>Assessing internal strengths and weaknesses along with external opportunities and threats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In decision-making processes, which condition is characterized by complete knowledge and certainty?

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

    Which model of decision-making emphasizes the use of both intuition and judgment due to limited information?

    <p>Bounded rationality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary barriers to making good decisions within an organization?

    <p>Psychological barriers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following departments is NOT one of the four types of departmentalization?

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

    Which technique is NOT considered a method for enhancing the quality of group decisions?

    <p>Pseudonymous debate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a feature of programmed decision-making?

    <p>Is based on routine processes with available information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main styles identified in Ohio State University Leadership studies?

    <p>Considerate style and initiating structure style</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory focuses on the concern for both people and production?

    <p>Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Vroom's Expectancy Theory illustrate about motivation?

    <p>Motivation equals expectancy multiplied by instrumentality multiplied by valence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of control processes, which of the following is NOT a type of control?

    <p>Forward Control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which motivation theory focuses on achieving satisfaction through hygiene and motivator factors?

    <p>Herzberg's Two Factor Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach involves leaders adjusting to the values, beliefs, and needs of their followers?

    <p>Transformational leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Adam's Equity Theory?

    <p>The fairness of treatment compared to others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Concurrent Control primarily monitor?

    <p>Transformation of inputs into outputs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect did the Hawthorne experiments highlight as more significant in organizations?

    <p>Social factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes the competitive environment?

    <p>It includes factors like suppliers and customers that directly impact operations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy focuses on providing unique products to stand out in the market?

    <p>Differentiation Strategy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary component of the macro global environment that influences organizations?

    <p>Economic conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does tactical planning primarily deal with in an organization?

    <p>Medium-term management of ongoing operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a major strategy for achieving competitive advantage?

    <p>Market Expansion Strategy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is involved in the first step of the planning process?

    <p>Defining corporate objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key concept did Douglas McGregor introduce that focuses on organizational behavior?

    <p>Theory X and Theory Y</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of an organization categorized as a Defender in Miles and Snow's typology?

    <p>Focuses on maintaining existing customer relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which decision-making condition is associated with limited information and uncertainty about outcomes?

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

    What approach would best describe an organization that does not have a clear strategic direction and is reactive towards its environment?

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

    What is one of the major techniques used to enhance the quality of group decision-making?

    <p>Delphi technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which model of decision-making emphasizes the use of judgment and intuition due to limitations in information?

    <p>Bounded rationality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is associated with a Programmed decision-making approach?

    <p>Based on routine and structured information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a type of departmentalization that focuses on the geographical distribution of activities?

    <p>Geographical departmentalization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which barrier to decision-making involves a perception that one has control over uncontrollable outcomes?

    <p>Illusion of control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structural type is characterized by flexibility and adaptability to change?

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

    What are intrinsic rewards primarily associated with?

    <p>Challenges and responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of recruitment involves attracting potential candidates?

    <p>Recruitment stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the development of employees typically refer to?

    <p>Future potential and requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which appraisal method assesses employees based on specific critical incidents?

    <p>Critical incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership function focuses on creating a performance culture within an organization?

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

    In the supply analysis of HRM, what is primarily estimated?

    <p>Quality and quantity of labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach emphasizes specific behaviors as differentiators between leaders and non-leaders?

    <p>Behavioral approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function of management is primarily focused on ensuring that the organization meets its goals using available resources?

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

    What role does a manager fulfill when they act as a liaison?

    <p>Connecting with external stakeholders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Frederick Taylor's Scientific Management, which principle emphasizes cooperation between workers and managers?

    <p>True science of work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is associated with Max Weber's concept of bureaucracy?

    <p>Formalization of rules and procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a manager when acting as a disturbance handler?

    <p>Addressing problems beyond their control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which approach is the 'selection for technical merit' important?

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

    Which of the following is NOT one of the areas identified as essential in H Fayol's Administrative Management?

    <p>Human Resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What managerial role is involved in designing and implementing new projects according to Mintzberg's categories?

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

    What is the main focus of the Contingency Approach in leadership?

    <p>Considering multiple factors influencing leadership effectiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following models emphasizes the balance between concern for people and production?

    <p>Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes Transactional Leadership?

    <p>An exchange relationship with followers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory categorizes motivation into physiological, safety, social, esteem, and self-actualization needs?

    <p>Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of control is aimed at preventing mistakes before they happen?

    <p>Feedforward Control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following theories focuses on individuals' perceptions of fairness in treatment comparison?

    <p>Adam's Equity Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which motivational theory involves a hierarchy of existence-relatedness-growth?

    <p>Alderfer's ERG Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach to leadership focuses on adjusting to the beliefs and needs of followers?

    <p>Transformational Leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure identified by Mintzberg is characterized by a high degree of formalization and a clearly defined hierarchy?

    <p>Machine bureaucracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of demand analysis in human resource management?

    <p>Estimating HR needs in terms of quality and quantity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes intrinsic rewards?

    <p>Satisfaction derived from job responsibilities and challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method used in performance appraisal involves assessing employees without standard criteria, primarily relying on narrative feedback?

    <p>Free form/narrative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of training in the context of human resource management?

    <p>Addressing immediate skill gaps through structured learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership function is primarily concerned with building relationships and supporting followers?

    <p>Relational function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In performance appraisal, which method involves directly comparing employees against one another to determine relative performance?

    <p>Paired comparison</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines the broader concept of development in human resources?

    <p>Preparation for future roles and responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did the Hawthorne experiments primarily contribute to?

    <p>Informal organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Focus Strategy in competitive advantage?

    <p>Targeting a specific market segment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of planning is primarily concerned with short-term operations?

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

    Which leadership approach focuses on the exchange relationship between leaders and followers?

    <p>Transactional leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key assumption of contingency theories in leadership?

    <p>Different situations require different leadership styles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Douglas McGregor primarily theorize regarding organizational behavior?

    <p>Theory X and Theory Y</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which level comes immediately after safety needs?

    <p>Social needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which external condition is primarily represented by regional trading blocs like NAFTA and EU?

    <p>Competitive environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory emphasizes the roles of fairness and treatment comparisons among individuals?

    <p>Adam's Equity Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the planning process?

    <p>Define Corporate Objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Feedforward Control aim to achieve?

    <p>Preventing mistakes before they can occur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid?

    <p>It categorizes leaders based on their concern for people and production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Fiedler's Least Preferred Co-worker theory?

    <p>Leader's relationship with their least preferred coworker.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of motivation theories, what do content theories primarily focus on?

    <p>Specific needs that motivate individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of planning focuses on the day-to-day operations and tactical aspects of a business?

    <p>Operational plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Miles and Snow's typology, which type of organization seeks to maintain current customer relationships while innovating moderately?

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

    Which decision-making condition involves having the least amount of information about possible outcomes?

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

    What is a key characteristic of the rational model of decision-making?

    <p>It relies on structured and systematic analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which barrier to effective decision-making is characterized by overestimating one's control over outcomes?

    <p>Illusion of control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following approaches to decision-making focuses on organizational politics as a significant factor?

    <p>Political model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Consulting Group Matrix focus on when analyzing a product portfolio?

    <p>Market growth rate and market share</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique is NOT commonly used to enhance the quality of group decision-making?

    <p>Autocratic decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which managerial role involves assessing and distributing resources among competing demands?

    <p>Resource allocator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Frederick Taylor's Scientific Management, which principle primarily focuses on collaboration between management and workers?

    <p>Co-operation between managers and workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role encompasses the responsibility of managing and supervising a team within an organization?

    <p>Front management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does not fall under Mintzberg's Decisional roles?

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

    What is one of the main principles of Administrative Management as identified by H Fayol?

    <p>Commercial oversight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of management roles, which option accurately reflects the role of a spokesperson?

    <p>Sharing knowledge with external parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the primary goal of Scientific Management?

    <p>Maximizing efficiency and productivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of management with its key principle:

    <p>Scientific Management = Development of a true science of work Bureaucracy = Impersonality and uniformity in treatment Administrative Management = Division of business into essential areas Human Relations = Focus on employee needs and dynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each managerial role to its description:

    <p>Monitor = Receiving and screening information Leader = Directing and coordinating people Entrepreneur = Designing and implementing new projects Negotiator = Reaching agreement through discussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the management approach to its theorist:

    <p>Scientific Management = Frederick Taylor Bureaucracy = Max Weber Administrative Management = Henri Fayol Human Relations = Elton Mayo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of management with the specific management level:

    <p>Top management = Responsible for overall mission Middle management = Translates general plans into specific actions Front management = Directing and supervising operational staff Operational management = Focuses on day-to-day functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the interpersonal role to its function:

    <p>Figurehead = Representing the organization at events Leader = Directing and coordinating team efforts Liaison = Interacting with people outside the organization Entrepreneur = Pursuing new opportunities for growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following classical approaches with their characteristics:

    <p>Bureaucracy = Hierarchy in reporting relationships Scientific Management = Cooperation between managers and workers Human Relations = Emphasis on employee motivation Administrative Management = Focus on efficiency and effectiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each managerial role to its category:

    <p>Interpersonal = Involves interaction with others Informational = Involves processing information Decisional = Involves making choices Operational = Involves daily management tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the management principle to its associated function:

    <p>Planning = Setting objectives for the organization Organizing = Arranging resources to achieve objectives Leading = Motivating and guiding team members Controlling = Monitoring performance against goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the strategic plans with their primary focus:

    <p>Strategic plan = Long-term goals and direction Tactical plan = Medium-term actions to achieve strategies Operational plan = Day-to-day operations and activities Contingency plan = Plans for unexpected events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the decision-making types with their characteristics:

    <p>Programmed decisions = Routine problems with available information Non-programmed decisions = Unique problems with limited information Decisions under risk = Known probabilities for outcomes Decisions under uncertainty = Unknown probabilities for outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match Miles and Snow's typology to its description:

    <p>Prospector = Seeks new opportunities in high growth Defender = Protects current territory and customers Analyser = Maintains market with moderate innovation Reactor = Lacks a clear strategic approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the decision-making approaches with their focus:

    <p>Rational model = Logical and systematic approach Bounded rationality = Limited information and intuition Escalation of commitment = Continuing with poor decisions Political model = Impact of organizational power dynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the components of organizational structure with their definitions:

    <p>Structural Configuration = Size and shape of the organization Departmentalization = Division of labor and reporting relationships Span of control = Number of subordinates reporting to a manager Hierarchical levels = Layers of authority in an organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following approaches to their definitions:

    <p>Quantitative Management = Focuses on mathematical and statistical models Contingency Theory = Management practices are context-dependent Organizational Behavior = Examines how individual and group behavior impacts organizations Strategic Planning = Long-term planning conducted at the top level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following regional trading blocs with their corresponding areas:

    <p>European Union (EU) = Europe North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) = North America Mercosur = South America ASEAN = Southeast Asia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the planning techniques with their descriptions:

    <p>MBO (Management by objectives) = Aligns individual goals with organizational goals SWOT Analysis = Evaluates strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats Consulting Group Matrix = Focuses on product portfolio and market position Miles and Snow Typology = Classifies organizations based on strategic approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the barriers to decision making with their nature:

    <p>Psychological barriers = Mental biases affecting choices Illusion of control = Overestimation of influence over events Discount the future = Devaluing long-term risks and rewards Confirmation bias = Favoring information that supports existing beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following planning types with their characteristics:

    <p>Tactical Planning = Medium-term, ongoing operations Operational Planning = Short-term, day-to-day operations Strategic Planning = Long-term, top-level decisions Contingency Planning = Preparation for unexpected events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following managerial strategies with their descriptions:

    <p>Cost Leadership Strategy = Competing by being the lowest cost producer Differentiation Strategy = Offering unique products that stand out Focus Strategy = Targeting a specific market segment Innovation Strategy = Emphasizing new ideas and technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the features of group decision-making techniques with their descriptions:

    <p>Brainstorming = Generating creative ideas without criticism Delphi technique = Gathering expert opinions anonymously Nominal grouping = Structured prioritization of ideas Dialogue = Open discussion to explore multiple perspectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following macro environment factors with their categories:

    <p>Political-Legal = Regulatory framework impacting business Economic = Financial conditions affecting organizations Technological = Advancements influencing production and communication Social-Ethical = Cultural and societal norms impacting business practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of the competitive environment:

    <p>Competitors = Other businesses in the same industry Suppliers = Entities providing resources and materials Customers = Individuals or organizations buying goods/services Substitutes = Alternative products that fulfill the same need</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following characteristics of the Hawthorne Effect:

    <p>Increased Productivity = Result of observing subjects in a study Informal Organization = Existed alongside formal structures Social Factors = More significant than physical environment Research Methodology = Influenced experimental design processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following global changes to their impact areas:

    <p>Economic Conditions = Changes in financial market dynamics Social Conditions = Shifts in cultural and societal trends Enterprise Conditions = Adaptations in business operations Workforce Conditions = Evolving labor force dynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following HRM processes with their descriptions:

    <p>Demand analysis = Estimation of quality and quantity in HR Supply analysis = Estimation of available labor's quality and quantity Recruitment = Attracting a group of potential candidates Selection = Conducting interviews and reference checks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of performance appraisal methods:

    <p>Ranking = Evaluating employees in order from best to worst Paired comparison = Comparing employees against each other in pairs Critical incident = Focusing on specific events impacting performance Free form/narrative = Providing subjective assessments in written form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the leadership functions with their descriptions:

    <p>Task = Focus on task completion Cultural = Creating and sustaining a performance culture Symbolic = Representing what leaders stand for Political = Managing relationships with outsiders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the intrinsic and extrinsic rewards with their definitions:

    <p>Intrinsic rewards = Spring from the job itself, such as autonomy Extrinsic rewards = Tangible benefits like pay and job security Job security = A component of extrinsic rewards Responsibility = An example of intrinsic rewards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the types of organizational structures identified by Mintzberg:

    <p>Simple structure = Characterized by low complexity and few rules Machine bureaucracy = Highly formalized with standardized tasks Professional bureaucracy = Dependent on the skills and expertise of professionals Adhocracy = Dynamic and flexible with a focus on innovation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms in the context of training and development:

    <p>Training = A planned effort to modify knowledge and skills Development = General growth of skills and abilities over time Skills gap = Identified need for training to enhance performance Conscious learning = Intentional efforts to acquire new knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the leadership approaches with their descriptions:

    <p>Trait approach = Leadership based on qualities like intelligence Behavioral approach = Focus on specific behaviors of leaders Great man theory = An older term synonymous with the trait approach Situational leadership = Adaptation of leadership style to the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of analysis with its purpose in HRM:

    <p>Demand analysis = Forecasting workforce needs Supply analysis = Assessing available candidate pool Estimating deficits = Identifying gaps between demand and supply Action plan = Strategizing recruitment and development efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the leadership theories with their primary focus or concept:

    <p>Ohio State University Leadership studies = Considerate style and initiating structure style Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid = Concern for people and production University of Michigan Leadership studies = Production and employee oriented Contingency Approach = Leadership effectiveness based on context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the motivation theories with their key components:

    <p>Maslow's hierarchy of needs = Physiological &gt; Safety &gt; Social &gt; Esteem &gt; Self-actualization Herzberg's Two Factor Theory = Motivators vs. Hygiene factors McClelland's Achievement Theory = Achievement, affiliation, power Alderfer's ERG Theory = Existence &gt; Relatedness &gt; Growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the motivational theories with their descriptions:

    <p>McGregor's Theory X = Dislike work and do as little as possible McGregor's Theory Y = Like work and are very productive Vroom's Expectancy Theory = Motivation = Expectancy x Instrumentality x Valence Adams' Equity Theory = Fairness in treatment comparison with others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the types of control with their definitions:

    <p>Feedforward Control = Future directed, prevention of mistakes Concurrent Control = Monitoring transformation of inputs to outputs Feedback Control = Controlling outputs to meet standards Corrective Action = Taking steps to address performance deviations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the leadership styles with their characteristics:

    <p>Transformational Leadership = Adjusting to followers' values and needs Transactional Leadership = Exchange between leaders and followers Charismatic Leadership = Identifying behaviors of charismatic leaders Contingency Leadership = Adaptation based on situational variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the components of control processes with their sequence:

    <p>Setting performance standards = Define expected outcomes Measuring performance = Assess actual performance against standards Comparing performance = Evaluate the effectiveness of operations Taking corrective action = Implement strategies to address gaps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the theories of motivation with their focus:

    <p>Content Theories = Focus on what motivates individuals Process Theories = Focus on how motivation occurs Maslow's Theory = Hierarchy of needs framework Herzberg's Theory = Satisfaction and dissatisfaction factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the control types with their focus:

    <p>Feedforward Control = Prevention before mistakes occur Concurrent Control = Real-time monitoring of processes Feedback Control = Post-performance evaluation Corrective Action = Addressing discrepancies after evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Management Functions

    • Key management functions involve organizing, planning, controlling, leading, motivating, and staffing.
    • Management focuses on achieving specific goals through the effective use of human, financial, knowledge, and physical resources.
    • Managers are categorized into three levels: top management, responsible for overall mission; middle management, responsible for translating general plans; and front-line management, responsible for directing, supervising, and managing.

    Managerial Roles

    • Mintzberg identified 10 common managerial roles categorized into interpersonal, informational, and decisional domains.
    • Interpersonal roles involve acting as a figurehead, leader, and liaison, representing the organization, directing people, and dealing with external parties.
    • Informational roles include acting as a monitor, disseminator, and spokesperson. This involves collecting and transmitting information and representing the organization's position.
    • Decisional roles are characterized by acting as an entrepreneur, disturbance handler, resource allocator, and negotiator, initiating projects, resolving problems, allocating resources, and reaching agreements.

    Classical Approaches to Management

    • Scientific Management (Frederick Taylor): focused on developing a science of work, scientifically selecting and developing employees, and achieving cooperation between managers and workers.
    • Bureaucracy (Max Weber): emphasized division of labor, hierarchy, technical merit, formalization of rules, and impersonality in management.
    • Administrative Management (Henri Fayol): suggested that all businesses should be divided into six essential areas: commercial, technical, security, financial, accounting, and managerial.
    • Human Relations (Elton Mayo and Hawthorne experiments): highlighted the importance of social factors and informal organization in management.

    Contemporary Approaches to Management

    • Quantitative Management: uses mathematical models and quantitative techniques to solve management problems.
    • Organizational Behavior: studies how individuals and groups behave in organizational settings.
    • Contingency Theory: emphasizes the importance of adapting management practices to specific situations and contexts.

    Globalization and Global Competition

    • Globalization has led to alterations in economic, social, enterprise, and workforce conditions.
    • Regional trading blocs or alliances like the EU, NAFTA, Mercosur, and ASEAN shape global competition.
    • BRICs (Brazil, Russia, India, and China) are among the major emerging economies.
    • Macro global environment is categorized into political, legal, economic, technological, and social-ethical contexts.

    Planning

    • Planning is a systematic process of developing action programs by analyzing, evaluating, and selecting opportunities for achieving business objectives.
    • Planning can be categorized into strategic, tactical, and operational planning, each focusing on different time horizons and levels of the organization.
    • Strategic plans cover long-term goals, tactical plans cover medium-term goals, and operational plans cover day-to-day operations.

    SWOT Analysis and Miles and Snow Typology

    • SWOT analysis is used for analyzing the internal strengths and weaknesses and external opportunities and threats for an organization.
    • Miles and Snow typology categorizes organizations into different types based on their strategies for growth and innovation, including prospector, defender, analyzer, and reactor categories.

    Decision Making

    • Decision making is the process of selecting a particular course of action from among available alternatives.
    • Decision making can be programmed (routine and well-structured), or non-programmed (complex and poorly structured).
    • Decision-making conditions include certainty, risk, and uncertainty levels.

    Organizational Structure and Design

    • Organizational structure defines the size, shape, and hierarchical levels of an organization.
    • Types of departmentalization include functional, product, geographical, and mixed.

    Managing Human Resources

    • HRM involves devising and executing policies and strategies for employee management.
    • HR planning includes demand and supply analysis, estimating staffing deficits/ surpluses, recruitment, selection, and training.
    • Pay and benefits are important aspects of HRM, along with performance appraisal.
    • Different types of organization structures were described: simple structure, machine bureaucracy, professional bureaucracy, and divisional structure.

    Training and Development

    • Training focuses on acquiring specific knowledge and skills to improve performance in current tasks.
    • Development focuses on broadening the employee's knowledge base to prepare for future roles.

    Leadership

    • Leadership functions include task completion, building a performance-oriented culture, and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.
    • Different leadership approaches include the trait approach, behavioral approach, contingency approach, and charismatic approach.

    Motivation

    • Motivation theories can be categorized into content theories (focus on factors that motivate individuals) and process theories (focus on how people choose behaviors).
    • Content theories include Maslow's hierarchy of needs, Alderfer's ERG theory, McClelland's achievement theory, and Herzberg's two-factor theory.
    • Process theories include Vroom's expectancy theory and Adam's equity theory.

    Control

    • Control is a process of ensuring that organizational goals are met effectively and efficiently.
    • Control strategies include setting performance standards, measuring performance, and taking corrective action.
    • Control types, including feedforward control, concurrent control, and feedback control, are discussed.

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