16 Questions
Who is considered the father of scientific management?
Taylor
What does Fordism refer to?
Mass production and task specialization
Which theory identifies negative and positive thoughts of managers toward their workers?
Theory X and Theory Y
What is the primary focus of management functions?
Harmonizing and administering people, tasks, and functions
What is the primary responsibility of a manager?
Overseeing, nourishing, upholding, and assuring responsibilities
Which managerial skill involves the ability to relate with people within the organization?
Human skills
What is the primary responsibility of the middle management (tactical manager)?
Communicating between top and lower management
According to Mintzberg, which managerial role involves activating and motivating the people working within the organization?
Leader
What is a characteristic of charismatic leaders?
Dominance and self-confidence
Which approach is commonly used when there is lack of accurate information?
Participation and involvement
What does transformational leadership involve?
Charisma, individualized attention, and intellectual stimulation
Which approach may put senior managers at risk but is considered essential for prompt execution?
Explicit and implicit coercion
What is the role of a spokesperson in an organization?
To convey the views and opinions of the organization
Which managerial skill involves the ability to perform a specialized task using a certain method or process?
Technical skills
What is the role of a disturbance handler in an organization?
To maintain unexpected circumstances and unwanted pressures
What is the purpose of simple frequency count as a planning tool for managers and commanding officers?
To prioritize problems that need to be addressed
Test your knowledge of managerial roles in organizations with this quiz. Identify the responsibilities and functions of different managerial roles such as liaison, informational roles, decision-making, and resource allocation.
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