Principles of Management (AMS 111) - Managerial Definitions and Roles
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What is the primary purpose of conceptual skills for managers?

  • Communicate effectively with employees
  • Motivate and mentor team members
  • Analyze and diagnose complex situations (correct)
  • Implement technical knowledge in decision-making
  • Which managerial skill is crucial for translating the goals set by top managers into specific details that lower managers can understand?

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Conceptual skills
  • Decision-making skills
  • Technical skills (correct)
  • What is the main responsibility of top/upper managers?

  • Ensuring effective communication within the team
  • Developing specialized technical knowledge
  • Managing day-to-day activities
  • Establishing organizational policies and philosophies (correct)
  • Which level of management is directly responsible for managing the activities of other managers and non-managerial employees?

    <p>Middle managers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What skill is essential for top managers to make decisions about the direction of the organization?

    <p>Decision-making skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which managerial skill is especially important for working effectively with other people in groups?

    <p>Interpersonal skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between top managers and middle managers in terms of responsibilities?

    <p>Managing day-to-day activities vs. establishing policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which managerial skill is essential for lower and middle managers to have a good understanding of the job they are performing?

    <p>Technical skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do first-line managers typically play in an organization?

    <p>Managing day-to-day tasks of non-managerial employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes top/upper managers from middle managers?

    <p>Establishing policies vs translating goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

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