Management Roles and Planning Concepts
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What are the primary focus areas of the roles identified by Mintzberg?

  • Interpersonal relationships, creative processes, strategic planning
  • Performance evaluations, team building, resource allocation
  • Interpersonal relationships, transfer of information, decision making (correct)
  • Data analysis, customer engagement, financial reporting

How many roles did Mintzberg conclude managers perform?

  • 7
  • 5
  • 10 (correct)
  • 12

What do the roles of a manager represent?

  • Personal beliefs and values of the manager
  • Specific actions or behaviors expected of a manager (correct)
  • General guidelines for teamwork
  • Strategic goals and objectives

How are the 10 roles identified by Mintzberg characterized?

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What aspect is NOT included in the roles defined by Mintzberg?

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What are the components typically included in managerial planning?

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Which type of plan is characterized as having a long-term focus?

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Which plan is categorized as 'specific' rather than 'directional'?

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Identify the type of plan that is intended for one-time use.

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Which statement is true regarding the specificity of plans in organizations?

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Which aspect is essential for managers to focus on for integrating new technology in the workplace?

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What is a significant challenge related to the use of collaborative technologies?

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Which of the following is not considered a focus for managers today?

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Why is the focus on customer needs important for managers?

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Which of the following technologies is mentioned as changing how work is done in the workplace?

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What type of innovation must managers focus on to remain competitive?

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What challenge does political uncertainty present to managers?

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Which focus area for managers is most directly related to the rise of social media?

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What title is typically associated with higher management positions?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of organizations?

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What is the primary function of an organization as described?

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What role does a managing director typically play in an organization?

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Which of the following best defines 'organization' in terms of its composition?

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What distinguishes a manager from other individuals in an organization?

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In terms of organizational structure, which aspect is most critical for members to effectively perform their work?

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Which of the following roles is typically not considered part of upper management?

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What do strategic plans primarily establish for an organization?

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Which of the following describes operational plans?

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What is the time frame associated with long-term plans?

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What distinguishes short-term plans from long-term plans?

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In the context of organizational planning, what is the main purpose of creating smiles as stated in the mission?

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Which of the following is NOT typically a focus of operational plans?

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What is a key characteristic of strategic plans compared to operational plans?

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Operational plans primarily differ from strategic plans in that they:

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What are three common characteristics of organizations?

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How is the concept of an organization changing?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of modern organizations?

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What role do employee work teams play in organizations?

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Which characteristic indicates the stated goals of an organization?

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What is one of the changes noted in the understanding of organizations?

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What is the significance of open communication systems within organizations?

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Why are deliberate structures important in organizations?

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Which role is classified under the interpersonal type according to Mintzberg's managerial roles?

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Which role is responsible for balancing resource allocation and responding to disturbances?

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What type of role is characterized by acting as a liaison with external stakeholders?

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Which managerial role includes the responsibility of transmitting information to others?

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In which managerial role does an individual primarily focus on innovation and change?

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What role is primarily associated with representing the organization in ceremonial activities?

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Which role includes the function of acting on behalf of the organization to external audiences?

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Which of the following roles is NOT a part of Mintzberg’s decisional roles?

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Which skill set is primarily focused on the ability to interact effectively with others?

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Which type of skill allows a manager to understand complex situations within an organization?

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At which managerial level are technical skills most significant?

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What is the main characteristic of technical skills?

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Which managerial level requires a balanced mix of technical, human, and conceptual skills?

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Why are human skills critical for managers at all levels?

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Which skill is least emphasized at higher managerial levels?

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How do conceptual skills facilitate effective decision-making in organizations?

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What must be established before creating plans to reach a desired outcome?

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What is the primary purpose of an economic moat for a business?

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How are management decisions often described in relation to planning?

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Who popularized the term 'economic moat'?

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What do plans outline regarding goals?

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Which of the following is NOT a function of planning?

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Which factor is NOT mentioned as a means to sustain competitive advantage?

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What must businesses do beyond developing a competitive advantage?

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What is a central component that all plans must have?

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What does a sustained competitive advantage help protect?

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Why are plans considered essential in an organizational context?

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Which of the following best describes 'sustaining competitive advantage'?

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What aspect is essential to know before establishing plans?

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Why is sustaining a competitive advantage important for businesses?

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What term describes the documents that outline how goals will be achieved?

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Which of the following elements is NOT a necessary factor in developing a competitive advantage?

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What defines strategic plans within an organization?

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What is the primary difference between long-term and short-term plans?

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Which statement accurately describes operational plans?

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What is typically a feature of long-term plans?

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How do operational plans generally differ from strategic plans?

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In the context of planning, what is the primary focus of short-term plans?

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What is one common misconception about strategic plans?

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Which factor is NOT typically associated with short-term planning?

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What is the primary focus of a stability strategy?

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What is meant by competitive advantage?

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What characterizes unrelated diversification?

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What defines a strategic business unit (SBU)?

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What does a renewal strategy aim to address?

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In terms of competitive strategies, what does the term 'core competencies' refer to?

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Which of the following is NOT a type of competitive strategy?

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What is the role of a company that decides to diversify into unrelated industries?

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What is a characteristic of competitive strategy?

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What type of corporate strategy focuses on doing business in a related industry?

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Which strategy involves maintaining the status quo in corporate activities?

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What does a company seek to achieve through a competitive advantage?

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Which corporate strategy may involve a company entering a different industry with no previous experience?

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What does a corporate strategy primarily determine for a company?

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In a multibusiness corporation, which entity is most likely responsible for strategizing across different business units?

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Which of the following best defines the main role of corporate strategy?

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What is a key distinguishing feature of a corporate-level strategy in comparison to a business-level strategy?

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Which of the following components is typically NOT considered a part of corporate strategy?

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What is the primary reason organizations are adjusting to become more open and responsive?

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Which statement reflects the significance of managerial skills in modern organizations?

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What is identified as the #1 variable in influencing productivity and loyalty within organizations?

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What is a common consequence of ineffective management according to the provided information?

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In the context of management, why is the employee-supervisor relationship critical?

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What role do managers play in ensuring organizational adaptability amidst changes?

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What is an unintended consequence of a bad manager on employees?

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What does efficiency primarily concern itself with in management?

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How can social media be optimally utilized by managers?

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Which of the following statements accurately contrasts efficiency and effectiveness?

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Why is trust-building essential for organizational survival?

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Which term describes the concept of doing the right things in a management context?

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What recent global phenomenon has increased political uncertainty?

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Which of the following best illustrates a focus on effectiveness in management?

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What is a critical factor in managing customer relationships?

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What is a primary goal that management strives for regarding efficiency?

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In the context of management, efficiency can be defined as:

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What effect does political uncertainty have on businesses?

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How are efficiency and effectiveness related in the context of management?

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Which of the following demonstrates an unethical business practice?

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What is the primary challenge managers face regarding customer influence?

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Which scenario best describes a focus on efficiency?

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Which of the following is NOT a goal management typically strives to achieve?

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Why are management practices related to ethical standards increasingly significant?

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What responsibility does managing customer relationships entail?

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What role does technology play in contemporary business management?

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What is a primary benefit of social media for managers in customer relations?

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How does social media contribute to talent acquisition for organizations?

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What aspect of social media can most directly influence organizational commitment?

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Which statement about social media's effect on information dissemination is true?

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What challenge might managers face when utilizing social media?

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Which of the following is a misconception about social media in organizational contexts?

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Which factor is critical for leveraging social media effectively in business?

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What is a potential negative outcome of using social media in management?

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In what way can social media create challenges for managing customer relationships?

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Why is it important for managers to integrate social media into their strategy?

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Flashcards

Managers

Individuals within an organization who have titles like vice president, president, managing director, chief operating officer, or chief executive officer.

Organization

A deliberate arrangement of people working together to achieve a specific purpose. It's like a team working towards a common goal.

Distinct Purpose (Organization)

An organization has a clear and well-defined reason for its existence. It's like knowing why you're playing a game or studying for a test.

Composed of People (Organization)

Organizations are made up of people. No people, no organization! Think of the different roles in a company, like sales, marketing, and production.

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Deliberate Structure (Organization)

Organizations have a structure that helps members work efficiently. Think of a company organizing its departments and assigning roles to each person.

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Importance of Distinct Purpose

A clear purpose helps organizations stay focused and achieve their goals. It's like having a map to guide your journey.

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Importance of Composed of People

People make up organizations and contribute their skills and expertise to achieve common objectives. Think of a symphony orchestra, where each musician plays their part to create beautiful music.

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Importance of Deliberate Structure

A deliberate structure enables organizations to operate efficiently and effectively. Think of a well-organized kitchen, where everything has its place and tasks are well-defined.

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What do managers do?

Managers carry out various tasks and responsibilities. These roles are not separate, but connected to each other.

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Interpersonal Roles

Managers interact with people inside and outside the organization. They build relationships.

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Informational Roles

Managers gather, analyze, and share information to keep everyone informed.

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Decisional Roles

Managers make decisions in a variety of situations, from daily operations to long-term strategies.

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Mintzberg's 10 Roles

Henry Mintzberg categorized 10 managerial roles. These roles can be grouped into three categories: interpersonal, informational, and decisional.

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Distinct Purpose

A clear reason for the organization's existence, what it aims to achieve.

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Deliberate Structure

The way roles, responsibilities, and communication flow within an organization.

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People

The individuals who make up the organization and contribute to its work.

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Changing Organizations

Organizations are evolving, moving away from rigid structures and embracing more flexible and adaptable ways of working.

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Flexible Work Arrangements

Work arrangements that allow employees to choose when and where they work, often remotely or with flexible hours.

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Employee Work Teams

Groups of employees who work together, often cross-functionally, to accomplish specific tasks.

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Open Communication Systems

Open and transparent channels for communication within and outside the organization.

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Strategic Plans

Plans that focus on the overall direction of an organization, covering long-term goals, typically for several years or more.

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Operational Plans

Plans that are specific, detailed, and short-term in nature, focused on achieving specific objectives within a shorter timeframe.

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Directional Plans

Plans that are broad and flexible, outlining general directions and goals but providing room for adaptation to changing circumstances.

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Single-Use Plans

Plans that are specific to unique situations and are used only once.

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Standing Plans

Plans that are repeatedly used for recurring activities, providing standardized guidelines for common situations.

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Technology Focus

Managers must navigate and adapt to new technological advancements, like cloud computing, social media, and robotics, that are transforming how work is done.

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Disruptive Innovation Focus

Managers must embrace and leverage disruptive innovation, which involves introducing new technologies or processes that drastically alter existing markets or industries.

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Social Media Focus

Managers need to understand and effectively use social media platforms to communicate with employees, customers, and stakeholders.

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Ethics Focus

Managers face ethical dilemmas related to technology, social media, and other emerging trends. They must make decisions based on moral principles and company values.

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Political Uncertainty Focus

Managers operate in an environment of political uncertainty and rapid change. They must be adaptable and able to respond effectively to unforeseen events.

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Customer Focus

Managers must prioritize understanding customer needs and preferences, leveraging data and technology to deliver exceptional experiences.

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Employees Adapting to Technology

Managers need to encourage and support their employees in adopting new technologies. This involves training, providing resources, and fostering a culture of innovation.

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Social Interactions with Technology

Managers have to oversee and navigate the complex social interactions that arise when using collaborative technologies, ensuring teamwork and communication are effective.

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Long-Term Plans

Plans with a time frame extending beyond three years, setting long-term goals and strategies.

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Short-Term Plans

Plans with a shorter time frame, usually covering one year or less, focusing on immediate actions and objectives.

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Mission Statement

The fundamental reason for an organization's existence, defining its purpose and mission.

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Vision Statement

A statement describing a company's vision for the future, outlining its aspirations and goals.

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SWOT Analysis

The process of analyzing the internal and external environment of a company to identify opportunities and threats.

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Action Plan

A detailed action plan outlining how a specific goal will be achieved, including steps, timelines, and resources.

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Figurehead

Figureheads represent the organization to the outside world, acting as a symbol of the company. They often attend ceremonies, greet guests, and make public appearances.

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Leader

Leaders motivate, direct, and guide employees to achieve organizational goals. They set expectations, assign tasks, and build team spirit.

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Liaison

Liaisons build and maintain relationships with people outside the organization, such as customers, suppliers, and government officials. They act as a bridge between internal and external stakeholders.

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Monitor

Monitors collect and analyze information from the environment, such as market trends, competitor activities, and customer behavior. They ensure the organization stays informed and adaptable.

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Human Skills

The ability to work effectively with others, building relationships and fostering collaboration.

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Conceptual Skills

These skills involve understanding and applying concepts to solve problems and make strategic decisions.

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Technical Skills

These skills are the technical knowledge and proficiency required for a specific field or job.

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Conceptual Skills (Top Managers)

Managers at the highest level need strong conceptual skills to analyze complex situations and make strategic decisions for the whole organization.

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Skills Needed by Middle Managers

Middle managers need a balance of all three skills to effectively manage teams and implement strategic decisions.

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Technical Skills (Lower-Level Managers)

Lower-level managers focus on technical skills to supervise and train employees, ensuring day-to-day operations run smoothly.

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Adapting to Change

As organizations change and adapt, managers need to be flexible and adaptable, embracing new technologies like social media, robotics, and cloud computing.

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Ethical Considerations

Managers need to actively consider ethical implications in all their decisions, especially in the context of technology and social media.

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Related Diversification

A strategy where a company expands into new business areas that are related to its existing operations, such as a clothing retailer launching a new line of accessories.

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Unrelated Diversification

A strategy where a company expands into completely new and unrelated business areas, such as a vehicle company starting a clothing retail business.

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Stability Strategy

A corporate strategy where a company chooses to continue doing what it's already doing, focusing on stability and maintaining existing operations.

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Renewal Strategy

A corporate strategy aimed at addressing declining performance by making significant changes to reverse the negative trend.

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Competitive Strategy

An organizational strategy outlining how a company will compete in its chosen markets.

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Strategic Business Unit (SBU)

A single, independent business within a larger organization that formulates its own competitive strategy.

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Competitive Advantage

What sets an organization apart from its competitors, its unique advantage.

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Core Competencies

The core competencies that allow a company to achieve its competitive advantage, by doing something no one else can or doing it better.

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Sustainable Competitive Advantage

A sustainable competitive advantage ensures long-term financial success by protecting a company's market share and profits from rivals. Think of it as a moat around a castle, protecting its inhabitants from attack.

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What is an Economic Moat?

An economic moat refers to a company's strategies in place to defend its long-term profits and market share from competition. They act like a barrier, keeping rivals at bay.

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How is an Economic Moat Created?

An economic moat can be created through various strategies, including brand loyalty, strong customer relationships, low-cost production, or unique intellectual property.

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Who popularized the term 'Economic Moat' ?

Warren Buffett, a renowned investor, popularized the term 'economic moat' to describe a company's ability to maintain its edge over competitors. He uses this concept to identify companies with stable future earnings, a strong indicator of investment potential.

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Why is an Economic Moat Important?

A strong economic moat is essential for any company seeking sustainable growth and profit. It acts as a shield against rivals, allowing the company to maintain its market position over the long term.

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What are some strategies companies use to create an economic moat?

Companies use a range of strategies to create economic moats. These could include building strong brand loyalty, owning unique assets, or developing cost advantages, all of which make it harder for competitors to take away market share.

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Why is creating an economic moat important for a company's strategy?

Developing an economic moat is a key element of a successful business strategy. It ensures that a company's position in the market is not easily challenged, allowing for sustainable growth and profit generation.

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Criteria for Work Results

Standards or criteria used to measure work results. They provide a clear target for planning and decision-making.

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Plans

Formal documents that outline how goals will be achieved. They provide a structured approach to reaching objectives.

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Desired Outcome

The desired outcome or target that a plan aims to accomplish.

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Planning Process

Planning involves setting a target, developing a plan to reach it, and then measuring progress against the established criteria.

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Measuring Work Results

The importance of understanding work results in relation to established criteria. Results should align with the desired outcome.

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Management Decisions Guided by Plans

The process of establishing plans and using them to guide management decisions, ensuring alignment with the desired outcome.

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Outcome Before Planning

It's essential to know the desired outcome before creating plans. You can't plan a journey without knowing your destination.

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Adaptive Plans

Plans are living documents that can be updated or adjusted based on progress and changing circumstances.

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How are modern organizations evolving?

Organizations are becoming more open, flexible, and responsive to changes.

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Efficiency

Doing things right. Focusing on maximizing output while minimizing input. It's about efficiency in resource usage.

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Why are managers important?

Managers play a vital role in helping organizations achieve their goals. Their skills and abilities are essential for success.

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Effectiveness

Doing the right things. Focusing on achieving organizational goals.

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Management Effectiveness

The process of achieving organizational goals by using resources efficiently.

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What is the key role of managers?

Managers are accountable for getting things done within an organization. They work with people and resources to achieve results.

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What factor influences employee productivity and loyalty?

The quality of the relationship between employees and their supervisors has a significant impact on productivity and employee loyalty.

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Efficiency (Means)

The means or resources used to accomplish a task.

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What are some drivers of change in organizations?

Changes in the workplace are driven by various factors, including the need for agility, flexibility, and adapting to emerging technologies.

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Effectiveness (Ends)

The end result or achievement of a task.

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What is the trend in organizational structures?

Organizations are shifting towards a more adaptive and flexible model, embracing technology, and fostering collaboration among teams.

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Low Resource Waste

Reducing waste and maximizing output from the given input.

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High Goal Attainment

Achieving a high percentage of organizational goals.

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What challenges do managers face in a changing world?

Managers are essential for guiding organizations through change. They must adapt to new technologies, foster a collaborative work environment, and ensure ethical conduct.

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Management Strives for

Striving for both efficient resource utilization and high goal achievement.

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Efficiency and Effectiveness in Management

Doing things right and doing the right things to achieve desired outcomes.

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Economic Moat

Strategies a company uses to protect its long-term profits and market share from competition. They act as a barrier, keeping rivals at bay.

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Corporate Strategy

A corporate strategy focusing on making decisions about the overall direction of the company, such as growth, stability, or renewal. It sets the overall tone for the business.

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Unethical Business Practices

Unethical business practices, like pharmaceutical companies increasing drug prices dramatically, erode trust with customers, clients, and other stakeholders, which is essential for organizational survival.

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Political Uncertainty

Managers must navigate a changing political environment with greater uncertainty. Events like Brexit and the USMCA highlight this shift.

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Adapting to Technology

Managers must be adaptable and embrace new technologies, encouraging employees to learn and use them effectively. This might involve training programs or providing necessary resources.

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Social Media Management

Managers must understand and expertly manage social media to interact with employees, customers, and stakeholders. This involves crafting an appropriate online presence.

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Efficiency and Effectiveness

Managers need to understand and be able to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of their actions. Efficiency means doing things right, while effectiveness means doing the right things.

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Importance of Plans

Plans are essential for managers. They outline how goals will be achieved and provide a structured approach to resource allocation and decision-making.

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Challenges for Modern Managers

Modern managers must be able to adapt to change and embrace new technologies. They must be flexible and ensure ethical behavior, guiding their organizations through the challenges of a rapidly evolving world.

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Study Notes

Introduction to Management

  • Introduction to Management, Management and You in the Workplace, Fifteenth Edition Global Edition
  • Key learning objectives: who managers are and where they work, why they're important to organizations, management functions, roles, and skills, factors reshaping the manager's job, value of studying management, and benefits of the Employability Skills Matrix.
  • Management: someone who coordinates and oversees other people's work to accomplish organizational goals. Managers also have various work duties.
  • Managers are classified by level: Top Managers, Middle Managers, First-Line Managers, and Nonmanagerial Employees.
  • Top Managers: make organization-wide decisions and define plans/goals to affect the entire organization. (Titles: executive vice president, president, managing director, chief operating officer, or chief executive.)
  • Middle Managers: manage the work of first-line managers. (Titles: regional manager, project leader, store manager, or division manager. )
  • First-Line Managers: manage the work of nonmanagerial employees. (Titles: supervisors, shift managers, district managers, department managers, or office managers)
  • Nonmanagerial Employees: do not supervise other employees

Organization

  • Organization: a deliberate arrangement of people to accomplish some specific purpose. Organizations have three common characteristics—distinct purpose, deliberate structure, and people.
  • The concept of an organization is changing. Organizations are becoming more flexible and responsive to changes. (Flexible work arrangements, employee work teams, open communication systems, and supplier alliances)
  • Organizations need managerial skills and abilities. Managers are crucial in getting things done. Managers matter to organizations.

Why Are Managers Important?

  • Managers who are not engaged cost organizations billions of dollars because of employee turnover.

What do managers do?

  • Managers coordinate and oversee the work activities of others to make sure tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
  • Efficiency is doing things right - getting the most output from the least amount of input.
  • Effectiveness is doing the right things - attaining organizational goals. The management tries for low resource waste (high efficiency) and high goal attainment (high effectiveness.)
  • Henri Fayol's five management functions: 1. Planning - 2. Organizing - 3. Leading - 4. Controlling. These are integrated.
  • Mintzberg's 10 managerial roles: Interpersonal, Informational, Decisional.

Management Functions

  • Henri Fayol: French industrialist who identified five management functions (planning, organizing, leading, controlling).
  • Planning: Defining goals, establishing strategies to achieve those goals, and developing plans to integrate and coordinate activities
  • Organizing: arranging and structuring work to accomplish organizational goals
  • Leading: work with and through people to accomplish goals
  • Controlling: monitoring, comparing, and correcting work

Management Skills

  • Three essential skills for managers (Technical - Human - Conceptual)
  • Technical skills: Knowledge and proficiency in a specific field.
  • Human skills : Ability to work well with other people
  • Conceptual skills: Ability to think and conceptualize about abstract and complex situations in the organization

Challenges Facing Managers

  • Focus on technology, disruptive innovation, social media, ethics, political uncertainty, and the customer

Why study Management?

  • The reality that management is needed in all types and sizes of organizations, at all organizational levels, in all organizational areas, and in organizations no matter where located
  • When you begin your career, you will either manage or be managed. Managers are responsible for creating a work environment and have recognition in the organization and community.

The Universality of Management

  • Management is needed in all types of organizations, at all levels, in all areas, regardless of location.

Strategic Management

  • Strategic management: what managers do to develop organization’s strategies
  • Strategies: plans for how the organization will do what it's in business to do, how it will compete successfully, and how it will attract and satisfy its customers
  • Business model: how a company is going to make money
  • Steps in strategic management: 1. Identify the Organization's Current Mission, Goals, and Strategies - 2. Doing an External Analysis - 3. Doing an Internal Analysis (SWOT)- 4. Formulating Strategies - 5. Implementing Strategies-6. Evaluating Results

Decision Making

  • Decision making: a choice among two or more alternatives
  • Rationality: choices that are logical and consistent and maximize value. (Assumptions: logical, objective, clear problem, aware of alternatives, maximize goal)
  • Bounded rationality: decision making that’s rational but limited by individual's abilities to process information. (Satisfice: accepting solutions that are "good enough”)
  • Intuition: making decisions on the basis of experience, feelings, and accumulated judgment
  • Types of Decisions: Structured (programmed) and Unstructured (nonprogrammed) decisions. Procedure, Rule, Policy • Types of Decision-Making Styles: Directive, Analytical, Conceptual, and Behavioral.

Contemporary Approaches to Management

  • System approach: views the organization as a system with interrelated parts that work together to produce a unified whole (Closed vs Open systems.)
  • Contingency approach: recognizes that no one best way exist - different situations (contingencies) require different ways of management. Variables: organization size, technology, environment, and individual difference.

Organizational Culture

  • Organizational culture: shared values, principles, traditions, and ways of doing things that influence the way organizational members act and that distinguish the organization from other organizations.

How Culture Comes From and How it Continues

  • The original source of an organization's culture is usually a reflection of the organization's founders' vision or mission
  • Top managers' actions set the cultural tone and serve as role models
  • Socialization—a process that helps new employees adapt to the organization's culture (Formal vs Informal, Individual vs. Collective, Fixed vs. Variable, Serial vs Random)
  • How Employees Learn Culture. (Stories, Rituals, Language, Material Artifacts )

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