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What is the primary focus of a good manager?

  • To organize members to meet organizational goals while ensuring their satisfaction (correct)
  • To solely increase productivity
  • To prioritize financial gains over team loyalty
  • To delegate tasks without oversight

    • Which skill is essential for understanding and motivating people?

  • Human skills (correct)
  • Technical skills
  • Conceptual skills
  • Financial skills

    • Which of the following managerial functions includes defining goals and establishing strategies?

  • Organizing
  • Planning (correct)
  • Directing
  • Controlling

    • Which of the following represents Henri Fayol's managerial functions?

    <p>Planning, Organizing, Command, Coordinate, Control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which level of management primarily requires conceptual skills?

    <p>Top Managers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the directing function of management?

    <p>Resolving conflicts and motivating employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a component of organizing according to the definition provided?

    <p>Establishing team culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the managerial functions categorized in modern management?

    <p>Planning, Organizing, Directing, Controlling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of controlling in management?

    <p>To monitor activities and correct deviations from plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not included in the factors a manager should consider for managing people and organization?

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

    According to the contingency approach, what must a manager consider when making decisions?

    <p>The unique environmental conditions relevant to the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a significant challenge for managers in today's organizations?

    <p>Managing an increasingly diverse workforce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity is primarily associated with traditional management?

    <p>Decision making, planning, and controlling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in Taylor's principles of scientific management?

    <p>Study how workers perform tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component in human resource management activities?

    <p>Managing conflict and motivating employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'networking' primarily refer to in managerial activities?

    <p>Socializing and interacting with others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of implementing the principle of division of labor?

    <p>Promotes efficient use of labor through specialization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Henri Fayol, what is a key relationship between authority and responsibility?

    <p>Responsibility arises from the authority held</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the unity of command principle emphasize for employees?

    <p>Each employee should have one direct superior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of Fayol's principles, what does the line of authority refer to?

    <p>A clear chain of command from top to bottom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is centralization in the context of organizational structure?

    <p>The concentration of authority at higher management levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intent behind Fayol's principle of equity?

    <p>To ensure fair treatment of all employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The principle of order in Fayol's theory prioritizes what aspect for employees?

    <p>Positioning each employee where they can provide the most value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle of Fayol's suggests that each group with the same objective should have one head?

    <p>Unity of Direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principle of Initiative according to Fayol's principles?

    <p>Encouraging innovation through planning and execution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Fayol view the role of discipline in an organization?

    <p>Discipline is about respect for agreements and good management.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the principle of Stability of Tenure highlight?

    <p>Long-term employment is crucial to avoid management issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Fayol, what is meant by General interest over individual interest?

    <p>Management must reconcile differences between individual and organizational interests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the principle of Team Spirit (Esprit de corps) emphasize?

    <p>Effective communication is essential for teamwork and unity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is cognitive dissonance primarily concerned with?

    <p>The consistency of behavior with personal beliefs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a primary focus of Festinger's Cognitive Dissonance Theory?

    <p>Linkage between attitudes and behaviors and their inconsistencies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly represents cognitive dissonance in practice?

    <p>Believing in the importance of class attendance while skipping classes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Festinger argue about inconsistency in attitudes?

    <p>It creates discomfort that individuals seek to resolve.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily determines the desire to reduce cognitive dissonance according to Festinger?

    <p>The importance of the dissonant elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If elements causing dissonance are unimportant, what effect do they have according to cognitive dissonance theory?

    <p>They reduce the discomfort experienced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the scenario where a junior executive is against working late, what is the role of his new position as Manager?

    <p>It increases the importance of meeting company goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an alternative for reducing dissonance mentioned in the content?

    <p>Avoiding any engagement with company goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it difficult to reduce dissonance in the case of the junior executive turned Manager?

    <p>The elements causing dissonance are very important.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a personal justification for the Manager to request employees work overtime?

    <p>Improving knowledge and skills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What psychological state do individuals typically seek in regards to dissonance?

    <p>A stable state with minimum dissonance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Managing People and Organization

    • Effective managers align team members to achieve organizational goals while ensuring satisfaction, loyalty, and commitment.
    • Individual performance and job satisfaction are critical elements for a manager to consider.

    Key Managerial Skills

    • Technical Skill: Proficiency in specialized knowledge and applying expertise.
    • Human Skill: Ability to work with and motivate people, understanding both individuals and groups.
    • Conceptual Skill: Mental capability to analyze complex situations and make decisions.

    Managerial Functions

    • Planning: Involves defining goals, establishing strategies, and coordinating activities.
    • Organizing: Includes determining tasks, assignments, groupings, reporting relationships, and decision-making locations.
    • Directing: Entails motivating employees, selecting communication channels, and resolving conflicts.
    • Controlling: Monitoring activities to ensure compliance with plans and correcting deviations.

    Organizational Management Considerations

    • Consider individual behaviors, diversity, demographic characteristics, teamwork, and organizational culture.
    • The contingency approach emphasizes adapting management strategies based on specific situational variables.

    Managerial Challenges

    • Increasing global organizations require enhanced efficiency, quality, and responsiveness.
    • Managers must balance ethical considerations while improving performance and managing a diverse workforce.
    • Utilizing new technologies is essential for modern management practices.

    Managerial Activities

    • Traditional Management: Includes decision-making, planning, and controlling.
    • Communication: Focuses on routine information exchange and paperwork.
    • Human Resource Management: Concerns motivation, conflict resolution, staffing, and training.
    • Networking: Involves socializing and interacting with others for professional relationships.

    Background of Organizational Theory: Scientific Management

    • Taylor's Principles:
      • Study and optimize worker task performance based on detailed time and motion studies.
      • Establish rules governing task performance and train workers accordingly.
      • Select workers based on their fit for specific tasks.
      • Create a performance standard tied to pay systems for motivating higher output.

    Henri Fayol's 14 Principles of Management

    • Division of Labor: Encourages specialization for efficiency but warns against excessive specialization.
    • Authority and Responsibility: Authority derives from position and personal expertise; should be balanced with responsibility.
    • Unity of Command: Employees should report to one supervisor to avoid confusion.
    • Line of Authority: Emphasizes a clear hierarchical structure.
    • Centralization: Addresses the distribution of authority; context determines the optimal concentration.
    • Unity of Direction: All activities toward a common objective should be directed by a single plan.
    • Equity: Fair treatment of all employees fosters loyalty and respect.
    • Order: Maintains an organized workplace for optimal value.
    • Initiative: Encouraging innovation promotes satisfaction and productivity.
    • Discipline: Adherence to agreements is crucial for operational success.
    • Remuneration of Personnel: Fair payment systems enhance satisfaction and productivity.
    • Stability of Tenure: Long-term employment fosters loyalty and reduces turnover.
    • General Interest Over Individual Interest: Organization's goals should precede individual interests.
    • Team Spirit: Emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication for organizational success.

    Cognitive Dissonance Theory

    • Proposed by Leon Festinger, this theory explains the relationship between attitudes and behavior.
    • Dissonance refers to inconsistencies between attitudes and behavior, leading to discomfort.
    • Individuals strive to minimize dissonance by reconciling conflicting attitudes or adopting behaviors that align with their beliefs.
    • The importance of the attitudes involved and perceived control over dissonance elements affect the desire to resolve inconsistencies.
    • Real-world applications illustrate how individuals navigate contradictions in professional settings.

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