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What are the three general preconditions for achieving lasting success as a manager according to Robert Kreitner?
What are the three general preconditions for achieving lasting success as a manager according to Robert Kreitner?
- Supervision training, engineering management training, business management degree
- Favorable attitude, sports competition desire, work competition desire
- Ability, motivation, opportunity (correct)
- Bachelor's degree, experience in engineering job, special training
What is one of the dimensions used for measuring an individual's motivation to manage according to John B. Miner?
What is one of the dimensions used for measuring an individual's motivation to manage according to John B. Miner?
- Desire to engage in games or sports competition with superiors (correct)
- Desire to follow instructions without question
- Desire to avoid competition in the workplace
- Favorable attitude toward peers
What is one of the educational requirements for an Engineer Manager's job?
What is one of the educational requirements for an Engineer Manager's job?
- Several years of experience in engineering management
- Training in supervision (correct)
- Master's degree in business management
- Basic high school education
Which researcher developed a psychometric instrument to measure an individual's motivation to manage?
Which researcher developed a psychometric instrument to measure an individual's motivation to manage?
What is referred to as managerial ability according to Robert Kreitner?
What is referred to as managerial ability according to Robert Kreitner?
In Miner's test for motivation to manage, what does 'Desire to assert oneself and take charge' refer to?
In Miner's test for motivation to manage, what does 'Desire to assert oneself and take charge' refer to?
Which of the following is NOT a precondition for successful management according to Robert Kreitner?
Which of the following is NOT a precondition for successful management according to Robert Kreitner?
'Favorable attitude toward those in position of authority' is a dimension of motivation according to Miner. Which of the following options best captures this dimension?
'Favorable attitude toward those in position of authority' is a dimension of motivation according to Miner. Which of the following options best captures this dimension?
'Desire to engage in games or sports competition with peers' is one of the dimensions Miner uses to measure motivation. Which option below BEST explains this dimension?
'Desire to engage in games or sports competition with peers' is one of the dimensions Miner uses to measure motivation. Which option below BEST explains this dimension?
What is one of the educational requirements for becoming a successful Engineer Manager?
What is one of the educational requirements for becoming a successful Engineer Manager?
