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If you take quiz 2 and post the answers, I can take quiz 3 and post those answers. Work Smarter Not Harder :nerd: Title: Re: MGMT 310 Quiz 2 Post by: Alicia77011 on Mar 6, 2014 I am also looking for MGMT 310 Quiz 2 and 3 I need this too I hoep someone helps out :)If you take quiz 2 and post the answers, I can take quiz 3 and post those answers. Work Smarter Not Harder :nerd: Title: Re: MGMT 310 Quiz 2 Post by: kie_mihalko on Apr 18, 2014 Here is Quiz 2, if anyone still needs it! Does anyone have Quiz 3 for the class??
Question 1 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points A disadvantage of formalization in organization structure is: A.Decision making is at a faster pace B.Formalized structure is associated with increased motivation and job satisfaction C.Strategic decision making occurs often Correct D.Reduced innovativeness occurs because employees are used to behaving in a certain manner Answer Key: D Question 2 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Despite potential benefits, the disadvantages of a matrix structure include which of the following?: A.Power struggles or turf wars among managers are lessened, taking away an important source of new ideas and innovation. B.Managers will spend less effort coordinating their work, believing that someone else can pick-up the slack. C.Role ambiguity or role conflict is very low Correct D.There is potential for interpersonal conflict with team members as well as with leaders Answer Key: D Question 3 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Organizational change can take the form of which of the following?: Correct A.Structure, strategy, policies, or culture B.Change should be planned on quarterly basis and measured for progress C.Fundamentally, organizational change is a process that involved effective products or services D.Change should moderate so as to not disrupt corporate cultural norms. Answer Key: A Question 4 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Organizational culture is related to the POLC function of: A.Planning Correct B.Organizing C.Leading D.Controlling Answer Key: B Question 5 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points It is more common to see rewards tied to performance indicators as opposed to seniority or loyalty in companies whose cultures are: A.Aggressive B.Innovative Correct C.Outcome-oriented D.Team-oriented Answer Key: C Question 6 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The primary reason managers who start a new job fail, or either voluntarily leave or are fired, report not being able to: Correct A.Form effective relationship with colleagues B.The company did not have a systematic approach to onboarding C.Did not seek feedback D.Did not gain understanding of whether their behavior fit with the company culture. Answer Key: A Question 7 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points MySpace, Facebook, and LinkedIn are examples of: A.Websites for everyone B.Tools for the organization to learn about the employees Correct C.Social networks D.Invisible networks Answer Key: C Question 8 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Research shows that employees can realize their innovations and make them catch on more quickly if they are: Correct A.Networked employees B.Non-networked employees C.Creative and intelligent D.None of the above Answer Key: A Question 9 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points In the POLC framework, social networks are a key ingredient in the component: A.Planning Correct B.Organizing C.Leading D.Controlling Answer Key: B Question 10 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points A network of people outside your control who will enable you to reach key organizational objectives is called: A.Tactical network B.Operational network C.Personal network Correct D.Strategic network Answer Key: D Question 11 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points According to Goleman, in what way are effective leaders different from ineffective leaders?: A.They differ in their ability to control the emotions of others B.They differ in years of management experience Correct C.They differ in their understanding of other people’s emotions D.They differ in their understanding of the mission of the companyl motivation Answer Key: C Question 12 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Employees engage in higher levels of conflict when leaders use which of the following decision making style? A.Authoritarian B.Democratic Correct C.Laissez-faire D.Authoritarian and laissez-faire Answer Key: C Question 13 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The leadership style that involves employees in the making of important decisions is: A.Supportive leadership Correct B.Participative leadership C.Directive leadership D.Achievement oriented leadership Answer Key: B Question 14 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The leadership approach that defines the leader’s role as serving the needs of others is called: A.LMX B.Authentic leadership Correct C.Servant leadership D.Transformational leadership Answer Key: C Question 15 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Making strategic, tactical and operational decisions is an integral part of which function of the P-O-L-C framework? Correct A.Planning B.Organizing C.Leading D.Controlling Answer Key: A Question 16 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Kahnemann and Tversky found that individuals are influenced in making decisions by which of the following? A.De-escalation Correct B.Overconfidence C.Decision bias D.Constructing bias Answer Key: B Question 17 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Despite its popularity within organizations, group decision making suffers from which of the following? A.Groups commonly outperform their best member, which can lead to intra-group rivalries. B.Group decision making is not a thorough process for some management decisions C.Groups can suffer from social isolation Correct D.Groups may suffer from the tendency to avoid critical evaluation of ideas the group favors Answer Key: D Question 18 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The following statements regarding tall structures in an organization are true EXCEPT: A.Tall structures are better at satisfying security needs of employees then in flat structures B.Number of employees reporting to each manager tends to be smaller in tall structures C.Employees feel a greater sense of job security in tall structures Correct D.In tall structures, there is a greater level of freedom of action for each employee Answer Key: D Question 19 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Why do employees who participate in planning change efforts tend to have more positive opinions about the change? A.They have the opportunity to reject the proposed change B.They will have the opportunity to know more than others about the change C.They will be able to convince customers the change was the right thing to do Correct D.They will feel a sense of ownership of planned change and are more likely to be on board. Answer Key: D Question 20 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points A company which has a policy such as “all pricing decisions of merchandise will be made at corporate headquarters” is likely to have a culture that is: A.Aggressive Correct B.Centralized C.Outcome-oriented D.Detail-oriented Answer Key: B Question 21 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points In innovation networks, those who prefer to come up with ideas believe that asking the right questions is more important than having the right answers are called: A.Researchers B.Experts C.Producers Correct D.Idea generators Answer Key: D Question 22 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Ethical decision making guidelines includes which of the following? A.Consider implications for key personnel only. Correct B.Consider alternatives C.Establish consensus D.Consider the values of the corporation Answer Key: B Question 23 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The style that involves a high level of manager involvement and is used when employees are highly motivated but have limited skills is: Correct A.Telling/directing B.Selling/coaching C.Participating/supporting D.Delegating Answer Key: A Question 24 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Groupthink is characterized by which of the following symptoms? A.Invulnerability B.Collective modeling C.NGT is used more often than it should Correct D.Stereotyped views of out-groups are seen when groups discount rivals’ abilities to make effective responses Answer Key: D Question 25 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The tendency to accept the first alternative that meets minimum criteria is called: A.Bounded rationality model B.Intuitive decision-making model Correct C.Satisfice D.Analysis paralysis Answer Key: C Title: Re: MGMT 310 Quiz 2 Post by: EasyPeasy on Sep 18, 2014 I am also looking for MGMT 310 Quiz 2 and 3 Part 1 of 1 - 96.0/ 100.0 PointsIf you take quiz 2 and post the answers, I can take quiz 3 and post those answers. Work Smarter Not Harder :nerd: Question 1 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Environmental scanning is a: Correct A.Planning process B.Organizing process C.Leading process D.Controlling process Answer Key: A Question 2 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Conscientiousness is the one personality trait that uniformly predicts: A.How highly adaptable to change a person is B.How highly motivated a person is to learn a new skill C.How highly detailed a person will be Correct D.How highly performance oriented a person will be Answer Key: D Question 3 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Why should managers understand how visual perception may be biased? A.Managers have a tendency to compare and contrast objects and people to each other. B.Managers are prone to errors and biases when perceiving themselves. Correct C.Managers rely on their visual perception to form their opinions about people and objects around them. D.Bias in visual perception tends to interfere with the management process. Answer Key: C Question 4 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points How we perceive others will shape our behavior, which in turn: Correct A.Will shape the behavior of the person we are interacting with B.Will lead to undue success or failure C.May lead to wrong inferences about objects in our environment D.Will lead to generalizations Answer Key: A Question 5 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Exit interviews are often conducted by: A.Employee manager Correct B.Human resources representative C.Outside consultants D.Top management Answer Key: B Question 6 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Managers need to consider the individual and the situation when making: Correct A.Organizing decisions about the job B.Leading decisions about the organization C.Controlling decisions about the departments D.Planning decisions about the strategies of the company Answer Key: A Question 7 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Motivating employees is a managerial function of: Correct A.Leading B.Controlling C.Organizing D.Planning Answer Key: A Question 8 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points How much of a manager’s time is spent communicating? A.10-25% B.25-50% Correct C.50-90% D.90-100% Answer Key: C Question 9 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points A downside of the office grapevine is: A.Information is not accurate B.Managers do not participate in the exchange of information Correct C.The grapevine lacks a specific sender D.The informal structure hinders communication Answer Key: C Question 10 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Stories can serve to reinforce and perpetuate an organization’s culture, which is part of the POLC function of : A.Planning Correct B.Organizing C.Leading D.Controlling Answer Key: B Question 11 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points According to one study, what percent of a receiver’s comprehension of a message is based on the sender’s actual words? A.3% B.5% Correct C.7% D.10% Answer Key: C Question 12 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Which of the following is not an example of a medium rich communication channel? A.Handheld devices B.Blogs C.Written letters and memos Correct D.Legal documents Answer Key: D Question 13 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Communication within an organization flows: A.Upward B.Downward C.Lateral Correct D.Many directions Answer Key: D Question 14 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points How groups function has important implications for organizational: A.Hierarchy B.Mission and vision C.POLC function Correct D.Productivity Answer Key: D Question 15 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Group members are becoming more authentic as they express their deeper thoughts and feelings in the stage of: A.Forming Correct B.Storming C.Norming D.Performing Answer Key: B Question 16 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points An ideal time to host a social or team-building event is at the stage of A.Forming B.Storming Correct C.Norming D.Performing Answer Key: C Question 17 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The tendency of individuals to put in less effort when working in a group context is called: A.Groupthink B.Cohesion C.Punctuated equilibrium Correct D.Ringelmann effect Answer Key: D Question 18 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Teams that individuals from different parts of the organization are called: A.Task force B.Product development teams Correct C.Cross-functional teams D.Virtual teams Answer Key: C Question 19 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Pooled interdependence exists when: Correct A.Team members may work independently and simply combine their efforts to create the team’s output B.If one person’s output becomes another person’s input C.When the team decides they should work together on each phase of a project D.The reward that an individual receives depends on the performance of others. Answer Key: A Question 20 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points A key consideration when forming a team is to understand the personality traits needed before starting the selection process as well as the team members’: Correct A.KSAs B.Potential C.Leadership traits D.Work ethic Answer Key: A Question 21 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The implications of the ERG theory is that we need to recognize which of the following? Correct A.The multiple needs that may be driving an individual at a given point B.Understand group behaviors C.Job design is critical to motivation D.How to reward employees better Answer Key: A Question 22 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Job design is one of the many organizational design decisions managers must make when engaged in the POLC function of: A.Planning Correct B.Organizing C.Leading D.Controlling Answer Key: B Question 23 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Controls can cost the organization through A.decentralized decision-making. B.opportunity recognition. Correct C.botched implementation. D.layoffs Answer Key: C Question 24 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points One of four top mistakes companies appear to make regarding how to set and use non-financial controls effectively is A. not to link control to customer demands. Correct B. failing to validate the link between non-financial control and financial control. C. failing to set appropriate substitutes. D.failing to set goals too high Answer Key: B Question 25 of 25 0.0/ 4.0 Points One way to help employees connect with the people and things that will help them achieve their professional goals is to: A.Develop goals that stretch their ability Incorrect B.Give them assignments that are engaging C.Connect people with mentors and help them build networks D.Promote deserving employees Answer Key: C Title: Re: MGMT 310 Quiz 2 Post by: ladyburg on Oct 4, 2014 Does anyone have quiz 3 for MGMT 310?sorry, I found quiz 3.
Title: Re: MGMT 310 Quiz 2 Post by: jabjab on Oct 12, 2014 Does anyone have quiz 3 for MGMT 310?sorry, I found quiz 3. can you please post quiz 3 for mgmt310 please Here is Quiz 2, if anyone still needs it! Does anyone have Quiz 3 for the class?? Question 1 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points A disadvantage of formalization in organization structure is: A.Decision making is at a faster pace B.Formalized structure is associated with increased motivation and job satisfaction C.Strategic decision making occurs often Correct D.Reduced innovativeness occurs because employees are used to behaving in a certain manner Answer Key: D Question 2 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Despite potential benefits, the disadvantages of a matrix structure include which of the following?: A.Power struggles or turf wars among managers are lessened, taking away an important source of new ideas and innovation. B.Managers will spend less effort coordinating their work, believing that someone else can pick-up the slack. C.Role ambiguity or role conflict is very low Correct D.There is potential for interpersonal conflict with team members as well as with leaders Answer Key: D Question 3 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Organizational change can take the form of which of the following?: Correct A.Structure, strategy, policies, or culture B.Change should be planned on quarterly basis and measured for progress C.Fundamentally, organizational change is a process that involved effective products or services D.Change should moderate so as to not disrupt corporate cultural norms. Answer Key: A Question 4 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Organizational culture is related to the POLC function of: A.Planning Correct B.Organizing C.Leading D.Controlling Answer Key: B Question 5 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points It is more common to see rewards tied to performance indicators as opposed to seniority or loyalty in companies whose cultures are: A.Aggressive B.Innovative Correct C.Outcome-oriented D.Team-oriented Answer Key: C Question 6 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The primary reason managers who start a new job fail, or either voluntarily leave or are fired, report not being able to: Correct A.Form effective relationship with colleagues B.The company did not have a systematic approach to onboarding C.Did not seek feedback D.Did not gain understanding of whether their behavior fit with the company culture. Answer Key: A Question 7 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points MySpace, Facebook, and LinkedIn are examples of: A.Websites for everyone B.Tools for the organization to learn about the employees Correct C.Social networks D.Invisible networks Answer Key: C Question 8 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Research shows that employees can realize their innovations and make them catch on more quickly if they are: Correct A.Networked employees B.Non-networked employees C.Creative and intelligent D.None of the above Answer Key: A Question 9 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points In the POLC framework, social networks are a key ingredient in the component: A.Planning Correct B.Organizing C.Leading D.Controlling Answer Key: B Question 10 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points A network of people outside your control who will enable you to reach key organizational objectives is called: A.Tactical network B.Operational network C.Personal network Correct D.Strategic network Answer Key: D Question 11 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points According to Goleman, in what way are effective leaders different from ineffective leaders?: A.They differ in their ability to control the emotions of others B.They differ in years of management experience Correct C.They differ in their understanding of other people’s emotions D.They differ in their understanding of the mission of the companyl motivation Answer Key: C Question 12 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Employees engage in higher levels of conflict when leaders use which of the following decision making style? A.Authoritarian B.Democratic Correct C.Laissez-faire D.Authoritarian and laissez-faire Answer Key: C Question 13 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The leadership style that involves employees in the making of important decisions is: A.Supportive leadership Correct B.Participative leadership C.Directive leadership D.Achievement oriented leadership Answer Key: B Question 14 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The leadership approach that defines the leader’s role as serving the needs of others is called: A.LMX B.Authentic leadership Correct C.Servant leadership D.Transformational leadership Answer Key: C Question 15 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Making strategic, tactical and operational decisions is an integral part of which function of the P-O-L-C framework? Correct A.Planning B.Organizing C.Leading D.Controlling Answer Key: A Question 16 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Kahnemann and Tversky found that individuals are influenced in making decisions by which of the following? A.De-escalation Correct B.Overconfidence C.Decision bias D.Constructing bias Answer Key: B Question 17 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Despite its popularity within organizations, group decision making suffers from which of the following? A.Groups commonly outperform their best member, which can lead to intra-group rivalries. B.Group decision making is not a thorough process for some management decisions C.Groups can suffer from social isolation Correct D.Groups may suffer from the tendency to avoid critical evaluation of ideas the group favors Answer Key: D Question 18 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The following statements regarding tall structures in an organization are true EXCEPT: A.Tall structures are better at satisfying security needs of employees then in flat structures B.Number of employees reporting to each manager tends to be smaller in tall structures C.Employees feel a greater sense of job security in tall structures Correct D.In tall structures, there is a greater level of freedom of action for each employee Answer Key: D Question 19 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Why do employees who participate in planning change efforts tend to have more positive opinions about the change? A.They have the opportunity to reject the proposed change B.They will have the opportunity to know more than others about the change C.They will be able to convince customers the change was the right thing to do Correct D.They will feel a sense of ownership of planned change and are more likely to be on board. Answer Key: D Question 20 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points A company which has a policy such as “all pricing decisions of merchandise will be made at corporate headquarters” is likely to have a culture that is: A.Aggressive Correct B.Centralized C.Outcome-oriented D.Detail-oriented Answer Key: B Question 21 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points In innovation networks, those who prefer to come up with ideas believe that asking the right questions is more important than having the right answers are called: A.Researchers B.Experts C.Producers Correct D.Idea generators Answer Key: D Question 22 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Ethical decision making guidelines includes which of the following? A.Consider implications for key personnel only. Correct B.Consider alternatives C.Establish consensus D.Consider the values of the corporation Answer Key: B Question 23 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The style that involves a high level of manager involvement and is used when employees are highly motivated but have limited skills is: Correct A.Telling/directing B.Selling/coaching C.Participating/supporting D.Delegating Answer Key: A Question 24 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Groupthink is characterized by which of the following symptoms? A.Invulnerability B.Collective modeling C.NGT is used more often than it should Correct D.Stereotyped views of out-groups are seen when groups discount rivals’ abilities to make effective responses Answer Key: D Question 25 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The tendency to accept the first alternative that meets minimum criteria is called: A.Bounded rationality model B.Intuitive decision-making model Correct C.Satisfice D.Analysis paralysis Answer Key: C can you please post quiz three to mgmt. 310 Title: Re: MGMT 310 Quiz 2 Post by: amu26 on Mar 7, 2015 I'm looking for mgmt 310 quiz 3. Can anyone help? Thanks
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Question 1 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Managers are responsible for getting activities completed efficiently and achieving the firm’s goals by utilizing: Correct A.Human, financial, and material resources B.Information, human, and service resources C.Human resources, organizational competitiveness, and organizational goals D.Financial resources, top management, and organizational goals Answer Key: A Question 2 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points A difference between management and leadership can be defined in the following way A.management is human capital, and leadership is directing staff B.management is getting things done, and leadership is deciding what needs to be done Correct C.management is getting things done, and leadership is inspiring action taken by others D.management is a position of authority or power, and leadership is inspiring action taken by others Answer Key: C Question 3 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Three different types of planning used in the function of management are Correct A.strategic, tactical, and operational B.strategic, organizational design, and job design C.job design, job enrichment, and teamwork D.strategic, organizational design, and operational Answer Key: A Question 4 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Triple bottom line refers to the measurement of business performance along A.social, economic and organizational dimensions Correct B.social, economic and environmental dimensions C.economic, organizational, and human performance dimensions D.environmental, organizational and corporate responsibility Answer Key: B Question 5 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The difference between group and team is Correct A.A collection of people is a group and not necessarily a team B.Complementary skills are found in a group but not a team C.The aim and purpose of a group is to perform in the workplace D.Groups are defined by their relatively small size Answer Key: A Question 6 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points “The interests of one person should never take precedence over what is best for the company as a whole” is an explanation of which of Fayol’s principles of management: A.Unity of command B.Unity of direction Correct C.Subordination of individual interest D.Discipline Answer Key: C Question 7 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The term social movement refers to a type of group that: A.Imitates corporations to improve employee morale in organizations Correct B.Is focused on specific political or social issues C.Mimic society D.Performs activities outside the workplace Answer Key: B Question 8 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Working with people from different countries can be a challenge because of: Correct A.Language issues and different cultural norms B.Cross-cultural misunderstandings C.Different work skills according to cultural norms D.Global strategic communication Answer Key: A Question 9 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points People in societies where uncertainty avoidance is high want: A.Are less rule-oriented B.Tolerate a variety of opinions C.Are open to change and taking risks Correct D.Want strict rules, laws and policies Answer Key: D Question 10 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Firms with clearly communicated, widely understood and collectively shared mission and vision have been shown: A.To create and advance technology B.To embrace diversity Correct C.To perform better than those without them D.To employ a smarter workforce Answer Key: C Question 11 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Organizational culture is defined by all of the following EXCEPT: A. Life experiences of the employees B.Strengths and weakness of the staff Correct C.Organizational mission and vision statements D.Education of the employees Answer Key: C Question 12 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The number of people who participate in a nominal group technique is generally: A.1-5 participants B.3-8 participants Correct C.6-10 participants D.8-14 participants Answer Key: C Question 13 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Mission and vision development are analogous to which step in the principles of management framework: Correct A. Planning B.Organizing C.Leading D.Controlling Answer Key: A Question 14 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Strategy formulation answers the question: A. How do we execute a chosen strategy? Correct B.What should our strategy be? C.Where does strategy fit in? D.How is strategy applied to me? Answer Key: B Question 15 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The different aspects of strategy as distinguished by Mintzberg include which of the following?: A. Consequential B.Differentiate Correct C.Realized D.Permanent Answer Key: C Question 16 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Firms that do the product leadership strategy well include which of the following factors: A. Do not focus on innovation B.Have superb operations and execution C.Are in stagnant markets Correct D.Focus on development, innovation, design, and time to market Answer Key: D Question 17 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Which of the following is considered an intangible resources?: Correct A. Scientific capabilities B.Production equipment C.Manufacturing plants D.Formal reporting structures Answer Key: A Question 18 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The intensity of industry competition and an industry’s profit potential are a function of which of the following forces of competition?: A. Power of stockholders B.Power or employees C.Gobal economic conditions Correct D.Threats posed by new entrants Answer Key: D Question 19 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Goals are outcome statements that define what an organization is trying to accomplish: A. Programmatically B.Organizationally Correct C.Both programmatically and organizationally D.Internally Answer Key: C Question 20 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Characteristics of MBO includes which of the following?: Correct A. Systematic and organized approach B.Aims to improve employee morale C.It improves communication by centralizes decision making D.Used by managers to track their best customers Answer Key: A Question 21 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The following is NOT considered a best practice when managing performance evaluations: Correct A.Determine how best to use the Balanced Scorecard B.Ensure that all key staff are involved in the development of the performance management processes C.Provide additional training for supervisors on how to conduct the mid-year and year-end performance reviews D.Plan to modify the performance management system over time Answer Key: A Question 22 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Among the top motivators driving corporations to engage in CSR include all of the following reasons EXCEPT: Correct A.Meeting or exceeding budget B.Ethical considerations C.Innovation and learning D.Employee motivation Answer Key: A Question 23 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Self-development, individual initiative and organizational loyalty are: A.Necessary in current principles of behavior in organizations Correct B.Examples of organizational citizenship behaviors C.In-role performance standards D.CSR standards for individual performance Answer Key: B Question 24 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points The Gilbreths are most famous for: A.Content Packaging B.Times studies C.Productivity reports Correct D.Time and motion studies Answer Key: D Question 25 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Social networks are often referred to as: Correct A. The invisible organization B.Important to organizational culture C.NIH D.Important to the mission and vision of the organization Answer Key: A |