Managerial Functions Quiz
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What is the process of monitoring progress toward goal attainment and making necessary adjustments?

  • Controlling (correct)
  • Deciding
  • Leading
  • Organising

    • Which of the following is NOT listed as an informational role of a manager?

  • Spokesperson
  • Disseminator
  • Leader (correct)
  • Monitor

    • What type of skills are specific task abilities that allow a manager to perform set processes?

  • Decisional Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Technical Skills (correct)
  • Management Skills

    • Which of the following is NOT one of the interpersonal roles of a manager?

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

    In management, entrepreneurs, disturbance handlers, resource allocators, and negotiators are examples of what type of roles?

    <p>Decisional Roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process involves grouping activities and resources in a logical and appropriate manner?

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

    What is the topic covered during the week of Oct. 9th & 10th in the course breakdown?

    <p>Basic concepts and graphics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is emphasized during the week of Sept. 11th & 12th in the course breakdown?

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

    What is the primary focus during the week of Sept. 25th & 26th in the course breakdown?

    <p>Accounting, Financial Reports and business ratios</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is covered during the week of Nov. 13th & 14th in the second course breakdown?

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

    What is studied during the week of Oct. 16th & 17th based on the course breakdown?

    <p>Rate of return computations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main responsibility outlined for students in the course breakdown?

    <p>Acquire all materials given in class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of management?

    <p>To maximize profits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function is NOT part of the management process?

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

    What does decision making involve?

    <p>Thought and deliberation resulting in a choice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes management functions related to resource use?

    <p>Efficient and effective utilization of resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the management process encompass?

    <p>Planning, organizing, leading, controlling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are plans defined in an organizational context?

    <p>Frameworks that describe how to achieve organizational goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of Top-Level Management?

    <p>Formulate higher-level goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of skills are essential for successful managerial decision-making?

    <p>Conceptual and Decision Making Skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SWOT Analysis stand for in the context of goal setting?

    <p>Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of setting organizational goals?

    <p>To provide a sense of direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key function of Supervisors in an organization?

    <p>Implement day-to-day operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Middle-Level Management?

    <p>Developing departmental goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main objectives of the course?

    <p>Equip students with tools for planning and decision making.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of the course objectives?

    <p>Learning the fundamentals of accounting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is one of the lecturers for the course?

    <p>Dr. L.D.Mensah (Mechanical Engineering Dept.)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are the consultation times available for students to meet the lecturers?

    <p>Monday &amp; Wednesday - 8.30am to 10 am and Thursday - 10.30 am to 1pm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the recommended books for further reading for this course?

    <p>Fundamentals of Management by Donnelly, Gibson, and Ivancevich</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the lecture periods for Mechanical Engineering students according to the schedule?

    <p>Wednesdays 1pm - 3pm</p> Signup and view all the answers

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