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What is the purpose of conducting a SWOT analysis?
What is the purpose of conducting a SWOT analysis?
Which of the following is NOT part of the external assessment in a SWOT analysis?
Which of the following is NOT part of the external assessment in a SWOT analysis?
What framework is commonly used alongside SWOT analysis for external assessment?
What framework is commonly used alongside SWOT analysis for external assessment?
Which of the following factors is NOT part of the PESTLE framework?
Which of the following factors is NOT part of the PESTLE framework?
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Which of the following is an example of assessing industry rivalry in Porter's Five Forces?
Which of the following is an example of assessing industry rivalry in Porter's Five Forces?
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What is an important aspect of effective communication mentioned?
What is an important aspect of effective communication mentioned?
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Which approach can help in reducing misunderstandings in communication?
Which approach can help in reducing misunderstandings in communication?
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What should one avoid to enhance effective communication?
What should one avoid to enhance effective communication?
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What does good communication rely on besides verbal skills?
What does good communication rely on besides verbal skills?
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Effective communication often involves which of the following?
Effective communication often involves which of the following?
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What aspect of organizing focuses on the distribution of power and authority within an organization?
What aspect of organizing focuses on the distribution of power and authority within an organization?
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Which component of organizing ensures that an organization has the talent necessary to implement its strategy?
Which component of organizing ensures that an organization has the talent necessary to implement its strategy?
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Which type of planning focuses on the long-term view and aligns with strategic objectives?
Which type of planning focuses on the long-term view and aligns with strategic objectives?
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Which process is associated with the flow of work and information within an organization?
Which process is associated with the flow of work and information within an organization?
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What is the main purpose of the rewards component in organizational structure?
What is the main purpose of the rewards component in organizational structure?
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Which term refers to the number and type of job specialties and departments in an organization?
Which term refers to the number and type of job specialties and departments in an organization?
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What type of planning is primarily concerned with day-to-day operations?
What type of planning is primarily concerned with day-to-day operations?
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Which aspect of organizing deals with ensuring work flows appropriately within an organization?
Which aspect of organizing deals with ensuring work flows appropriately within an organization?
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What is the primary function of management that involves analyzing the current situation and identifying gaps?
What is the primary function of management that involves analyzing the current situation and identifying gaps?
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Which of the following best defines a mission statement?
Which of the following best defines a mission statement?
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Which function of management includes developing a strategy that informs how to organize, lead, and control?
Which function of management includes developing a strategy that informs how to organize, lead, and control?
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What role does a vision statement play in an organization?
What role does a vision statement play in an organization?
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Which of the following comprises the set of fundamental beliefs that guide a business's decisions?
Which of the following comprises the set of fundamental beliefs that guide a business's decisions?
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What is a critical component of the planning function that assesses the current situation against future goals?
What is a critical component of the planning function that assesses the current situation against future goals?
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What type of objective is primarily associated with determining the organizational direction?
What type of objective is primarily associated with determining the organizational direction?
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Which function of management typically follows after setting objectives?
Which function of management typically follows after setting objectives?
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Which of the following best describes the importance of core values in a business?
Which of the following best describes the importance of core values in a business?
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What aspect of planning helps to provide insight into an organization's purpose and direction?
What aspect of planning helps to provide insight into an organization's purpose and direction?
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What is a characteristic of autocratic leadership?
What is a characteristic of autocratic leadership?
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Which leadership style allows employees the most freedom in decision making?
Which leadership style allows employees the most freedom in decision making?
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What is a key element of knowledge management?
What is a key element of knowledge management?
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What is an important factor in determining the most effective leadership style?
What is an important factor in determining the most effective leadership style?
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Which leadership style is characterized by working together to make decisions?
Which leadership style is characterized by working together to make decisions?
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Which statement accurately reflects effective leadership traits?
Which statement accurately reflects effective leadership traits?
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Which leadership style is not suitable for situations requiring collaboration?
Which leadership style is not suitable for situations requiring collaboration?
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What aspect of leadership development involves preparing for future leaders?
What aspect of leadership development involves preparing for future leaders?
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What leadership style is suggested to improve organizational effectiveness?
What leadership style is suggested to improve organizational effectiveness?
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What is one trait of effective managers regarding their leadership style?
What is one trait of effective managers regarding their leadership style?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of management related to controlling?
Which of the following is NOT a function of management related to controlling?
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What is the first step Nick should take to establish a control system for his company?
What is the first step Nick should take to establish a control system for his company?
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In the context of management, the controlling function primarily involves which of the following?
In the context of management, the controlling function primarily involves which of the following?
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What aspect of controlling involves responding to deviations from set standards?
What aspect of controlling involves responding to deviations from set standards?
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Why might Nick consider implementing a formal control system now?
Why might Nick consider implementing a formal control system now?
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Which is a primary objective of establishing clear standards in a management control system?
Which is a primary objective of establishing clear standards in a management control system?
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Study Notes
Module 10: Management and Leadership
- This module focuses on management and leadership as skills, not roles or titles.
- Management skills focus on maintaining stability and procedures while leadership skills move forward and embrace change.
A Focus on Management and Leadership as Skills
- Management's circle involves planning, doing, checking, and acting.
- Leadership's circle involves setting direction, developing people, motivating people, and aligning people.
Topics for Discussion
- The benefit of focusing on management and leadership as skills rather than roles.
- Why the role of a manager evolved from "directing" to "leading."
- The four functions of management (planning, organizing, leading, and controlling) and critical activities within each.
- The top 3 important skills of a manager.
Managers' Roles Are Evolving
- Managers are charged with organizing and managing resources (human, natural, financial) to achieve desired results.
- Managers are accountable for their own work and the work of others.
- Managers have authority to make decisions regarding the use of resources and direct the activities of others.
- Employees leave managers more frequently than companies.
- Effective managers help employees succeed.
- Leadership style is changing due to increasing work complexity and global organizations.
- Managers now focus on knowledge sharing, teamwork, and adaptability to manage from a distance.
Deloitte's Global Human Capital Trends (2024)
- Deloitte's report on the future of work explores how organizations can thrive in a boundaryless world.
Human Sustainability
- 76% of respondents recognize the importance of human sustainability.
- 46% of respondents are doing something to make progress on human sustainability.
- 10% of respondents are doing great things to support human sustainability.
- Organizations that connect human performance with positive outcomes are more likely to meet desired business outcomes.
Test Your Knowledge (Page 11)
- Today's employees are more likely to leave their jobs for better opportunities than past generations.
Four Functions of Management
- Planning, organizing, leading, and controlling are the four primary functions.
Planning
- Anticipating trends and approaches to accomplish organizational objectives.
- Defining a strategy and a mission.
- Identifying gaps between the company's current state and its desired outcomes.
- Defining goals and objectives that align with the strategy and mission.
- Examples: Southwest Airlines and Coca-Cola statements on their websites.
- Using a SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) to evaluate internal and external factors.
- PESTLE analysis (Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Legal, Environmental) to conduct external assessment.
- Setting SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-based).
- Strategic, tactical, and operational planning.
Organizing
- Developing a structure that aligns tasks, resources, and people towards organizational objectives.
- Allocating resources (people, and finances).
- Assigning tasks to employees.
- Establishing procedures and roles (organizational chart).
- Developing talent to meet organizational needs.
- Effective management skills (technical, human relations, conceptual) required at different management levels.
Leading
- The way managers guide people to reach a shared organizational objective.
- Guiding, motivating, and coaching people towards a common purpose.
- Implementing leadership qualities (like influence rather than just authority).
- Maximizing efforts through motivation and engagement.
- Leaders must recognize and understand employee's needs (Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs).
- Multiple leadership styles can exist, and those need to be recognized and managed.
- Important aspects of leadership are knowledge management and succession planning to ensure talent is developed within the company.
Controlling
- Establishing standards to measure progress towards stated objectives.
- Providing feedback on performance.
- Taking corrective action as needed.
- Examples: Balanced scorecard.
Test Your Knowledge (Page 52)
- The first step to developing a control system is to create clear performance standards.
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This quiz explores the essential skills of management and leadership, emphasizing their importance beyond mere titles. It covers the functions of management, the evolution of managerial roles, and the critical activities that define effective management. Test your understanding of these essential concepts and skills that drive organizational success.
