How did management and organization in the early church evolve to meet the needs of the time?
What will be an ideal response?
Question 2When Moses was overwhelmed by the demands of leading the people of Israel, his father-in-law, Jethro, suggested a means to simplify his responsibilities. How does Moses' method align with Max Weber's theories of management?
What will be an ideal response?
Question 3Brook is likely to participate in groupthink when she goes out of her way to strive for harmony and group solidarity.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 4Matilda is employing a useful tactic for coping with a major change in her work life when she looks for the personal value that could be embedded in the change.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 5Which of the following most accurately describes the paradox of memory in management?
A) If managers believe employees to be capable of self-motivation and allow self-management, they risk losing productivity, while if they manage every aspect of the work, they risk employee disengagement.
B) If employees internalize the organization's goals, they will work towards them, but may also lose the motivation and flexibility to be creative in achieving those goals.
C) If the organization's goals are too broad, both managers and employees will have difficulty in focusing their efforts, while if the goals are too narrowly defined, employees could disregard alternative ways of achieving them.
D) If past organizational experiences are believed to be valid for today, present market signals may be ignored. However, if the organizational past is doubted frequently, the organization will lack stability.
E) If managers apply scientific principles to management, they will improve efficiency, but will not be in accord with the principles of Christian management.
Question 6A person occupying a self-oriented team role will sacrifice his or her own needs for the good of the group.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 7A person occupying the specialist role in a group is usually the one to make sure the work gets done on time.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 8A job is least likely to be outsourced when it involves ________.
A) personal connections with people
B) a heavy Internet component
C) considerable analytical work
D) relatively high compensation
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