Which of the following approaches to organizational development focuses on improving organizational functioning by humanizing the workplace?
A) Team building
B) Quality of work life
C) Management by objectives
D) Grid training
Question 2Refer to Table 15.2. The group's second design is for a:
A) functional organization.
B) matrix organization.
C) product organization.
D) boundaryless organization.
Question 3While an organization's culture builds a sense of identity for employees, it has little effect on their commitment to the organization's mission or purpose.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 4Distinguish among the terms influence, power, and organizational politics.
What will be an ideal response?
Question 5Refer to Table 15.2. Their first design is an example of a:
A) functional organization.
B) matrix organization.
C) product organization.
D) modular organization.
Question 6A strong organizational culture is necessary for the culture to have a positive impact on productivity.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 7The stage of appreciative inquiry that includes having a dialogue in which participants discuss their ideas about what should be is called:
A) discussing.
B) designing.
C) dreaming.
D) debating.
Question 8The contingency leadership theory based on the leader's feelings for the least liked member of his/her group is the LPC model.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false