Organizational Adaptation Theories Quiz

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Which of the following is not one of the basic elements of strategic management?

Environmental scanning

Performance measurement (correct)

Strategy formulation

Strategy implementation

Which theory suggests that organizations adapt by imitating successful organizations?

Organizational learning theory

Institution theory (correct)

Learning organization theory

Strategic choice perspective

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a learning organization?

Focuses on solving problems systematically

Modifies its behavior to reflect new knowledge and insights

Lacks the ability to experiment with new approaches (correct)

Skilled at creating, acquiring, and transferring knowledge

Which of the following is the most important step in the basic model of strategic management?

All steps are equally important Signup and view all the answers

Which theory suggests that organizations adapt to change and have the ability to reshape their environment?

Strategic choice perspective Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a main activity of a learning organization?

Focusing on short-term financial performance Signup and view all the answers

What do corporate business functional policies provide?

Connection between strategy formulation and implementation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the strategy implementation process?

Feedback analysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evaluation and control in strategic management?

To monitor activities and performance results Signup and view all the answers

What is the end result of organizational activities in strategic management context?

Performance Signup and view all the answers

Which element triggers a change in strategy according to the text?

External intervention Signup and view all the answers

What mode of strategic decision making focuses on adapting to environmental changes?

Logical incrementalism Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of environmental scanning according to the text?

To disseminate information to key people within the organization Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of strategy formulation according to the text?

To develop long-range plans to manage environmental opportunities and threats in light of organizational strengths and weaknesses Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of an effective vision according to the text?

Provides a detailed plan for the organization's future Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a mission statement according to the text?

To describe what the organization does, the products and services it provides, and the markets in which it competes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of strategic commitments according to the text?

To achieve the organization's mission and are costly, long-term oriented, and difficult to reverse Signup and view all the answers

Why is a vision important according to the text?

It helps employees feel part of something bigger than themselves Signup and view all the answers

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