Organizational Politics and Stakeholders Chapter 8

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What is the definition of entrepreneurship?

  • The creation of a small business for the purpose of personal fulfillment
  • The creation of a new product for the purpose of market growth
  • The creation of an innovative organization for the purpose of economic gain or growth under conditions of risk or uncertainty (correct)
  • The creation of a new business for personal gain

Who are the stakeholders that can influence decision making in an organization?

  • Only customers and investors
  • Only customers and regulatory agencies
  • Only employees and investors
  • Multiple stakeholders with power such as customers, investors, employees, unions, suppliers, regulatory agencies, competitors, and legislative bodies (correct)

What is the importance of recognizing organizational politics?

  • It only applies to large organizations
  • It is a natural part of any enterprise and should be understood and navigated (correct)
  • It is a bad thing and should be avoided
  • It is a necessary evil that can be ignored

What is the focus of corporate-level strategy?

<p>How to allocate resources to achieve business-level goals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of resource allocation in an organization?

<p>To allocate resources to achieve business-level goals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is diversification strategy?

<p>A strategy to enter a new market or industry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is competitive advantage?

<p>A condition where a firm performs better than its competitors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the common components of entrepreneurship?

<p>Something new, something better, new delivery system or distribution channel, entering an underserved or new market (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common pitfall in problem definition, according to the text?

<p>Focusing on symptoms as problems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the classical economist's approach and the satisficing idea?

<p>The classical approach considers all possible alternatives, while satisficing evaluates a limited set (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to raise the level of satisficing, according to the text?

<p>Using management science and computer-based decision-making techniques (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of inadequate problem definition?

<p>Inefficient resource allocation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the satisficing approach?

<p>Evaluating alternatives until a reasonable result is expected (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a pitfall of limited search for alternatives, according to the text?

<p>Stopping the search when an adequate option is found (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of limited information, according to the text?

<p>Ignorance of relevant information or incorrect interpretation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of bounded rationality, according to the text?

<p>Mighty shaky ways of evaluating alternatives (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of resource allocation in formulating plans and strategies?

<p>Allocating money through budgets for various purposes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of diversification strategies?

<p>To strengthen existing businesses and address unmet medical needs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a corporate-level strategy?

<p>Diversifying products and services to reach new markets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of business-level strategy?

<p>Creating a competitive advantage through innovation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of budgets in resource allocation?

<p>To allocate money for various purposes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a company's strategy for growth?

<p>To strengthen existing businesses and address unmet medical needs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of a company's diversification strategy?

<p>Diversifying products and services to reach new markets and strengthen existing businesses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key aspect of formulating plans and strategies according to Michael Porter?

<p>Developing insight into how a number of choices fit together (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a financial component in a business plan?

<p>To estimate the budget and cash flow (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of innovation initiatives in established firms?

<p>To generate growth and profits under uncertain conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of risks should be considered in the potential critical-risks component of a business plan?

<p>Unfavorable industry-wide trends, design or manufacturing costs, and sales projections (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is a corporate entrepreneur?

<p>Someone who champions turning new ideas into profitable realities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a milestone schedule component in a business plan?

<p>To develop a timetable for the venture's completion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor favoring a global start-up?

<p>Human resources are dispersed among countries (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of strategic planning?

<p>Diagnosing the organization's external and internal environments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of contingency planning?

<p>To prepare for unexpected changes in the environment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key recommendation for a successful family business?

<p>Establish clear job responsibilities and authority (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of diversification strategies?

<p>To expand into new markets (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is corporate entrepreneurship?

<p>The process of creating new businesses or revenue streams within an existing company (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key benefit of a generic competitive strategy?

<p>It provides a competitive advantage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a business plan?

<p>To outline the organizational structure and financial components (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of using outside advisors or directors in a family business?

<p>It can provide objective guidance and support (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary task of the strategic business-level planning process?

<p>Creating and selecting general strategies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of allocating resources in strategic planning?

<p>To achieve the organization's goals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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