Principles of Management Book Overview
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What is the name of the company mentioned in the text?

Pearson

What is the primary focus of Pearson?

Learning

Pearson primarily focuses on the K12 education sector.

False

What is the name of the book mentioned in the text?

<p>Principles of Management: Text and Cases</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the author of the book?

<p>Pravin Durai is an academic with experience in management education.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's current position?

<p>Director, Pondicherry University - St. Joseph's College MBA Twinning Programme</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the college where the author previously served as Dean?

<p>St. Joseph's College (Autonomous), Tiruchirappalli</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main educational segments that Pearson operates in?

<p>Higher Education and K12</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the email address provided for feedback?

<p><a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of management?

<p>To achieve organizational goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are considered levels of management?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

Management is a science, not an art.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are considered elements of the management process?

<p>Planning, Organizing, Staffing, Directing, and Controlling</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some key characteristics of effective managers?

<p>Effective managers possess strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Management and administration are synonymous terms.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of corporate social responsibility?

<p>To balance profit-making with ethical and sustainable practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Planning is a one-time process.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of SWOT analysis?

<p>To identify internal strengths and weaknesses, and external opportunities and threats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Decision-making is always a rational process.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are considered decision-making styles?

<p>Directive, Analytical, Conceptual, and Behavioral</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of forecasting?

<p>To predict future trends and events, enabling organizations to make informed decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are considered types of forecasting?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the challenges faced in forecasting?

<p>Challenges include data accuracy, changing market conditions, unforeseen events, and the complexity of predicting human behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Organizing is the process of assigning tasks and responsibilities to individuals.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are considered types of organizational structures?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between authority, responsibility, and accountability?

<p>Authority is the formal right to give commands and make decisions, responsibility is the obligation to perform assigned tasks, and accountability is the obligation to answer for the results of one's actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Centralization of authority is always the most efficient approach.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of human resource management?

<p>To attract, develop, and retain a qualified workforce to achieve organizational goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are considered key stages in the human resource management process?

<p>Planning, Recruitment, Selection, Training, and Performance evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Training is a one-time event.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the methods of training?

<p>Common training methods include on-the-job training, classroom training, simulations, mentoring, and e-learning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Performance evaluation is only necessary for promotion purposes.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pearson Company Information

  • Pearson is a global learning company operating in 70 countries.
  • They partner with educators and thought leaders to develop learning materials.
  • They aim to provide superior learning experiences and improved outcomes.
  • Contact them at [email protected] for feedback.

Principles of Management Book Details

  • Book title: Principles of Management: Text and Cases (2nd Edition)
  • Author: Pravin Durai
  • Affiliation: Pondicherry University – St. Joseph’s College MBA Twinning Programme, formerly Dean of Management Studies at St. Joseph's College
  • Dedicated to a higher power.

Book Contents Overview

  • The book is divided into parts covering management concepts, planning, decision-making, forecasting, organizing, and staffing.
  • Each part contains several chapters, including introductions, key concepts, examples, questions, and case studies.
  • Significant themes throughout the book are: India's Inspirational Managers (repeated in each chapter) likely as examples or case studies.

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Explore the key concepts and themes from 'Principles of Management: Text and Cases' by Pravin Durai. This quiz covers management principles, decision-making processes, and case studies found throughout the book. Perfect for students and educators looking to reinforce their understanding of management.

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