Management Functions: Planning and Supervisory Roles

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What is the primary function of managers in the LOW level of management?

HR oversight and direction of operative employees

Which type of plan is made to deal with situations that might arise if assumptions turn out to be wrong?

Contingency Plan

What does a mission statement describe?

The company's objectives and approach to achieve them

What is the primary difference between a mission statement and a vision statement?

A mission statement is about the company's objectives, while a vision statement is about the company's desired future position

What is the purpose of a standing plan?

To cover issues that managers face repeatedly

What is the third essential component of a commercial mission?

Distinction

What is the primary role of effective communication in an organization?

To facilitate the sharing of information between people within a company

What motivates people to work in an organization?

Fair treatment, doing important work, and enjoying good relationships with coworkers

What determines the decision-making process in a decentralized organization?

Mid-level or lower-level managers make most decisions

What type of organizational structure follows a line/chain of command?

Line organizational structure

What is the primary characteristic of a centralized organizational structure?

Decisions are made by top management

What is the purpose of an organizational structure?

To outline the company's hierarchy and roles

What is the primary focus of inventory management?

Tracking the amount of product

What type of inventory refers to items used to manufacture components or finished products?

Raw Materials

Which inventory management technique involves categorizing products by importance?

ABC Inventory Management

What is the primary goal of Just in Time (JIT) inventory management?

Lower the volume of inventory

What type of inventory management involves a wholesaler placing stock with a retailer, retaining ownership until sold?

Consignment

What is backordering in inventory management?

Taking orders and receiving payments for out-of-stock products

What is an example of tolerable demands in a workplace?

Having reasonable work hours

What is another term for Manpower Planning?

Human Resource Planning

What is the significance of Human Resources in managerial functions?

It is essential for the implementation of managerial activities

What is a key aspect of Efficient Utilization in Manpower Planning?

Managing a large workforce efficiently

What is a component of the staffing function?

Motivational programs and incentive plans

What is a result of strong human relations in an organization?

Stability in the organization

What is the primary benefit of effective communications during organizational change?

Maintaining morale and motivating employees

What is the primary purpose of an arrow diagram?

To determine the optimal sequence of events and their interconnectivity

What is the most common dependency type used between activities in PDM?

Finish-to-Start

What does an arrow diagram help to identify?

The critical path of a project

What is the purpose of the Precedence Diagramming Method (PDM)?

To develop a project schedule network diagram

What type of dependency is represented by two activities starting together?

Start-to-Start

This quiz covers the basics of management functions, including planning and supervisory roles, and their importance in achieving organizational goals.

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