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Organizational Studies and Economic Theory Quiz

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According to the text, which theory contributes to organizational studies by emphasizing the dependence on resources?

Transaction cost theory

Resource dependence theory (correct)

Neo-institutionalism

Natural selection and adaptation theory

What are the sectors of the environment that have a direct impact on the organization called?

Internal environment

Reference environment (correct)

General environment

Organizational environmental outposts

What is the key principle of strategic human resource management?

The focus of HR policies is on top management roles

HR policies should be aligned with strategic and organizational contexts (correct)

HR policies should guide business strategies

There exists an optimal management approach

According to the resource dependence theory, organizations depend on those who control which type of resources?

Technological Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a strength of modular structure?

Provides stable equipment and distribution channels Signup and view all the answers

In companies like McDonald's, what is given priority in managing crew employees (operational staff of the point of sale)?

Maximum turnover reduction Signup and view all the answers

If Apple wants to develop and launch a new mobile phone in the market, what would be a critical consideration for them?

'Strategic alignment' of human resource policies Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus to ensure the success of the operation mentioned in the text?

Incentivizing the sales team Signup and view all the answers

According to which author does organizational action aim to protect its technical core?

Barnard Signup and view all the answers

In order to align organizational objectives and individual behavioral goals, what does the human resources department NOT use?

Engaging specialized suppliers Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical focus of performance evaluations?

Objectives and behaviors Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the organizational structure represented in the text?

Enables swift management of operational exceptions Signup and view all the answers

The primary scholars associated with actor theories are from which group?

Barnard, Simon, Thompson Signup and view all the answers

According to Burns and Stalker, what type of organization is characterized as 'Mechanistic'?

Organizations with rigid structure and strict procedures Signup and view all the answers

According to Woodward, which organizations are more fit in relation to different technologies?

Organizations with different technologies Signup and view all the answers