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Which of the following best describes operations management?
A field of business concerned with the administration of business practices to maximize efficiency
What is the role of an operations manager?
To ensure efficient conversion of inputs into outputs
Who is considered the father of modern management theory?
Henri Fayol
What are the five management functions according to Fayol's theory?
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What is the main goal of operations management?
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True or false: The operations manager's role includes mentoring team members.
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True or false: Operations management involves planning, organizing, and overseeing the organization's processes.
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True or false: Henri Fayol is considered the father of modern management theory.
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True or false: The five management functions according to Fayol's theory are Planning, Organizing, Staffing, Directing, and Controlling.
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True or false: The main goal of operations management is to maximize efficiency within the organization.
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