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Questions and Answers
What is one of the primary roles of a manager in an organization?
What is one of the primary roles of a manager in an organization?
- Designing company logos and branding
- Controlling the physical resources of the company
- Influencing employee behavior and performance (correct)
- Setting ethical guidelines for employees
Which managerial function involves establishing goals and determining the best course of action?
Which managerial function involves establishing goals and determining the best course of action?
- Directing
- Planning (correct)
- Organizing
- Controlling
Which of the following is a common theory of motivation relevant to organizational behavior?
Which of the following is a common theory of motivation relevant to organizational behavior?
- Hierarchy of needs (correct)
- Equity theory (correct)
- Theory X and Theory Y (correct)
- Transformational leadership theory
What aspect of organizational culture primarily influences its effectiveness?
What aspect of organizational culture primarily influences its effectiveness?
Which factor is least likely to enhance staff morale?
Which factor is least likely to enhance staff morale?
What is a significant impact of micro and macro barriers on communication in organizations?
What is a significant impact of micro and macro barriers on communication in organizations?
Which characteristic is commonly associated with successful entrepreneurs?
Which characteristic is commonly associated with successful entrepreneurs?
Why is corporate social responsibility important for businesses?
Why is corporate social responsibility important for businesses?
What was the main requirement of the legislation passed by the House of Representatives regarding chocolate labeling?
What was the main requirement of the legislation passed by the House of Representatives regarding chocolate labeling?
Which company heavily felt the impact of child slave labor stories linked to their chocolate?
Which company heavily felt the impact of child slave labor stories linked to their chocolate?
What topics are covered in the revision areas for the upcoming class?
What topics are covered in the revision areas for the upcoming class?
What did the chocolate industry request concerning the implementation of the protocols related to labor practices in 2005?
What did the chocolate industry request concerning the implementation of the protocols related to labor practices in 2005?
What challenge did Cadbury face when trying to ensure compliance with child labor laws?
What challenge did Cadbury face when trying to ensure compliance with child labor laws?
When is the EOSA scheduled to take place?
When is the EOSA scheduled to take place?
What percentage of the final grade is allocated to Participation & Attendance?
What percentage of the final grade is allocated to Participation & Attendance?
Which of the following describes Cadbury's culture regarding labor practices?
Which of the following describes Cadbury's culture regarding labor practices?
By what year did the chocolate industry plan to implement the international protocol regarding labor standards?
By what year did the chocolate industry plan to implement the international protocol regarding labor standards?
What type of information is provided in the grades update section?
What type of information is provided in the grades update section?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a topic for the next class?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a topic for the next class?
What was a significant concern for the industry regarding the certification process?
What was a significant concern for the industry regarding the certification process?
How many sessions must a student attend to receive the highest score for Participation?
How many sessions must a student attend to receive the highest score for Participation?
In what year did Cadbury have to confront the question of slavery in chocolate production again after nearly a century?
In what year did Cadbury have to confront the question of slavery in chocolate production again after nearly a century?
Which Course Learning Outcome focuses on management theories?
Which Course Learning Outcome focuses on management theories?
The grades presented in the table consist of various components. Which of the following is NOT one of those components?
The grades presented in the table consist of various components. Which of the following is NOT one of those components?
What is the total maximum score a student can achieve according to the grading table?
What is the total maximum score a student can achieve according to the grading table?
What score would a student receive for attending 5 sessions?
What score would a student receive for attending 5 sessions?
Which statement about the grading breakdown is correct?
Which statement about the grading breakdown is correct?
When is the next class planned to cover communication topics?
When is the next class planned to cover communication topics?
What would be the total score for a student who attended 9 sessions?
What would be the total score for a student who attended 9 sessions?
What does the acronym P&A stand for in the grading context?
What does the acronym P&A stand for in the grading context?
What is a key focus of an operational plan?
What is a key focus of an operational plan?
Which of the following is an example of tactical planning?
Which of the following is an example of tactical planning?
What aspect does tactical planning directly address?
What aspect does tactical planning directly address?
How does Reliance's tactical plan benefit from digital services?
How does Reliance's tactical plan benefit from digital services?
What was a notable investment received by Jio under its tactical plan?
What was a notable investment received by Jio under its tactical plan?
What is one benefit of having an operational plan?
What is one benefit of having an operational plan?
Why is flexibility an important feature of a tactical plan?
Why is flexibility an important feature of a tactical plan?
What was a strategy used by Jio to build customer loyalty?
What was a strategy used by Jio to build customer loyalty?
What is the first step in addressing management issues in the workplace?
What is the first step in addressing management issues in the workplace?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended action for dealing with difficult employees?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended action for dealing with difficult employees?
What are the stages of teamwork according to the provided content?
What are the stages of teamwork according to the provided content?
Which benefit is associated with promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
Which benefit is associated with promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
What differentiates a group from a team based on the provided definitions?
What differentiates a group from a team based on the provided definitions?
Which of the following actions is crucial when implementing solutions to management issues?
Which of the following actions is crucial when implementing solutions to management issues?
What is the main goal of conducting seminars and workshops for promoting diversity?
What is the main goal of conducting seminars and workshops for promoting diversity?
What action should NOT be taken when addressing employees who disrupt workplace culture?
What action should NOT be taken when addressing employees who disrupt workplace culture?
Flashcards
Child slave labor in chocolate production
Child slave labor in chocolate production
The use of child labor in the production of chocolate in Côte d’Ivoire.
Impact of child labor revelations
Impact of child labor revelations
Companies, consumers, and governments were shocked and concerned by revelations of child slave labor in chocolate production.
Positive perceptions of chocolate
Positive perceptions of chocolate
Chocolate was previously associated with positive perceptions like affordability, romance, and celebrations.
Child slave labor
Child slave labor
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Ethical concerns related to child labor
Ethical concerns related to child labor
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Consequences for chocolate companies
Consequences for chocolate companies
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Cocoa producers
Cocoa producers
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Ethical debate in the chocolate industry
Ethical debate in the chocolate industry
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Total score
Total score
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Pre-Q
Pre-Q
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MSA
MSA
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GW
GW
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P&A
P&A
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ID#
ID#
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Course Learning Outcome (CLO)
Course Learning Outcome (CLO)
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Program Learning Outcome (PLO)
Program Learning Outcome (PLO)
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Final Assessment
Final Assessment
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Revision
Revision
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Housekeeping Matters
Housekeeping Matters
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Attendance
Attendance
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Participation & Attendance
Participation & Attendance
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Management Theories
Management Theories
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Management Issues
Management Issues
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Strategic Plan
Strategic Plan
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Tactical Plan
Tactical Plan
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Operational Plan
Operational Plan
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Business Issue
Business Issue
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Solutions
Solutions
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Benefits
Benefits
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Issue Management
Issue Management
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Revenue Goal
Revenue Goal
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Reputation Goal
Reputation Goal
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Jio's Tactical Plan
Jio's Tactical Plan
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Disruptive Pricing
Disruptive Pricing
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Digital Services
Digital Services
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Incentivized Customer Loyalty
Incentivized Customer Loyalty
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Difficult Employees
Difficult Employees
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One-on-One Meeting
One-on-One Meeting
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Dealing with Management Issues
Dealing with Management Issues
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Promoting Diversity & Inclusion
Promoting Diversity & Inclusion
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Group
Group
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Team Stages
Team Stages
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Benefits of Diversity & Inclusion
Benefits of Diversity & Inclusion
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Study Notes
EOSA Revision 1 - November 23, 2024
- Revision 1 session on November 23, 2024
Activity 1
- Welcome
- Housekeeping Matters:
- Grades update
- EOSA - Wednesday, December 18 @ 9 AM
- Revision Areas:
- Management issues
- Diversity & inclusion
- Groups and teams
- Next Class:
- Communication
- Entrepreneurship
- CSR
- Management functions, skills, and organizational resources
Grades Update
- Includes student ID numbers, DQ (presumably the subject's name), Pre-Q, MSA, GW, P&A and Total scores. Numerical data is shown for various periods. Specific data details are presented in a table format.
Participation & Attendance (5%)
- Attendance scores are presented, corresponding to total attendance sessions attended.
- Score increases as sessions attended increase.
- 12 sessions attended - score is 5
- 0 session attended - score is 0
Course Learning Outcome (CLO's)
- Lists various course learning outcomes.
- Includes detailed descriptions and explanations of each CLO
- Provides the total assessment and points for each CLO.
CLO 2 - Cadbury
- Discusses the challenges faced by Cadbury related to child slave labor in cocoa production in Côte d'Ivoire.
- Highlights the industry's agreement to an international protocol to address labor issues in cocoa production within four years.
- Notes the difficulty in verifying child labor practices across numerous small farms.
Questions
- Asks for recommendations to address Cadbury's issues.
- Requests explanations of two benefits from implementation.
- Explains how different plans (strategic, tactical, operational) could be employed to address the issue.
- Refers to textbook chapter 7.
Providing Solutions
- Strategic Plan: Goals, objectives, and action plans.
- Tactical Plan: Possible steps, actions, and short-term goals.
- Operational Plan: Daily activities, short-term and long-term goals.
Strategic Plans
- Explains the Vision & Mission, Goals & Objectives, Revenue, Reputation, Product Quality, Action plans, Production yield, and Quality control.
Tactical Plan
- Explains the steps and actions to achieve goals and objectives. Further details on what/who/when/how are included. It is a short-term strategy, part of the overall strategy.
Operational Plan
- Details of a detailed roadmap, timelines, action items, key milestones, daily activities, and focuses.
- Also discusses benefits including efficiency, productivity, reduced waste, cost reduction, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Sample of an Operations Plan
- Presents a sample operations plan with specific strategies, actions, targets, responsibilities, and dates.
- Includes strategies for reducing costs, improving productivity, quality, order turnaround time.
Case Study - Tactical Plan (Jio)
- Discusses Jio, a disruptive telecom company in India.
- Explains Jio's tactical plan including disruptive pricing, digital services, incentivized customer loyalty, and emphasis on rural connectivity.
Dealing with Management Issues
- Identifying the issue, listing alternative solutions, selecting the most beneficial, implementing the solution, tracking performance, and gathering information.
Difficult Employees
- Discusses the challenge of dealing with employees whose personalities clash with others, undermining workplace culture, disrupting team members, and jeopardizing projects.
Alternative Solutions
- Presents one-on-one meetings.
- Action plans addressing expectations, goals, deadlines.
- Termination for uncooperative employees.
- Ignoring incidents.
Promoting diversity & inclusion (CLO 3)
- Recruitment and education (workshops, seminars, webinars) to promote inclusivity.
- Benefits of diversity and inclusion, including creativity, increased production, and broader market reach.
Groups & Teams
- TEAM stages (forming, storming, norming, performing, adjourning) and definitions.
- GROUP acceptance, communication, solidarity, and control.
- Discusses the different types of groups (formal vs. informal).
- Asks which group is more beneficial.
Reference
- Modern Management - Concepts & Skills (14th edition) by Samuel C. Certo & S. Trevis Certo
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