The Role of Planning in Management
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What is the primary function of planning in management?

  • To micromanage employees
  • To provide long-term solutions (correct)
  • To oversee day-to-day operations
  • To provide short-term solutions

    • In what direction should the 'top-down' function of planning operate?

  • From employees to management
  • From customers to the organization
  • From middle management to top management
  • From top management to lower levels of the organization (correct)

    • What is the role of the 'down-top' function in planning?

  • To delegate decision-making to lower levels
  • To bypass middle management
  • To provide feedback from lower levels to top management (correct)
  • To supervise activities at the top management level

    • How does planning contribute to organizational effectiveness?

    <p>By aligning efforts towards common goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of the 'top-down' function of planning?

    <p>Long-term strategic decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function of planning involves setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound objectives?

    <p>Top-down function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does planning help in resource allocation?

    <p>By allocating resources strategically based on organizational goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of having a 'top-down' approach to planning?

    <p>It improves unity of purpose and direction within the organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for planning to be both 'top-down' and 'down-top'?

    <p>To facilitate two-way communication and coordination within the organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'top-down' planning aim to provide at the organizational level?

    <p>Strategic guidance for long-term objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'down-top' function of planning help in achieving?

    <p>Empowering lower-level employees through feedback mechanisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is essential for effective planning in management?

    <p>Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Role of the "Planning" function in management

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    This quiz covers the role of the 'Planning' function in management, including its top-down and down-top approach, along with its significance in organizational decision-making and goal-setting.

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