Description : Employee discretion is inversely related to………. (a) Centralization ; (b) Standardization ; (c) Complexity ; (d) Decentralization
Last Answer : (b) Standardization ;
Description : What is span of control? (a) empowering lower-level employees (b) concentrating decision-making on one specific point in the organization (c) centralization (d) number of subordinates a manager can effectively direct
Last Answer : (d) number of subordinates a manager can effectively direct
Description : Panchayati Raj is based on the principles of - (1) decentralisation (2) deconcentration (3) decmocratic centralization (4) democratic decentralization
Last Answer : (4) democratic decentralization Explanation: The principle of democratic decentralisation is very important and forms the basis of Panchayati Raj.
Description : Distinguish between centralization and decentralization
Last Answer : Based on delegation of authority organizations are classified into two types Centralization: Entire Power is vested in the hands of few selected persons, normally top managers are holding the power of ... some amount of freedom in their work based on their position in the organizational structure.
Description : What is the basis of delegation of authority? a. Centralization b. Decentralization c. Both (a) and (b) d. Division of Labor
Last Answer : d. Division of Labor
Description : Harmonising of various activities means ? 1. Co-opeartion 2. Span of Control 3. Co-ordination 4. Direction 5. None of these
Last Answer : Co-opeartion
Description : Low geographical concentration with High co-ordination suggests which International Strategy? A. Complex Export B. Multi-Domestic C. Simple Export D. Global Strategy
Last Answer : Global Strategy
Description : Low geographical dispersion with Low co-ordination suggests which International Strategy? A. Multi-Domestic B. Global Strategy C. Simple Export D. None of the above
Last Answer : Simple Export
Description : High geographical concentration with High co-ordination suggests which International Strategy? A. Global Strategy B. Complex Export C. Simple Export D. None of the above
Last Answer : Complex Export
Description : High geographical dispersion but Low co-ordination suggests which International Strategy? A. Simple Export B. Global Strategy C. Multi-Domestic D. None of the above
Last Answer : Multi-Domestic
Description : International strategic options can be derived, from a consideration of geographical dispersion or concentration of various activities and.... A. Degree of international co-ordination B. Degree of Political Stability C. Degree of Competitive Advantage D. None of the above
Last Answer : Degree of international co-ordination
Description : This strategy is an expression of desired strategic direction deliberately formulated & planned in terms of resource allocation, control systems, organizational structure etc. A. Intended strategy B. Realized strategy C. Emergent strategy D. None of these options are valid.
Last Answer : Intended strategy
Description : An organizational design with low departmentalization, wide spans of control, authority centralized in a single person and little formalization are characteristics of ________. (a) Simple structure ; (b) Functional structure ; (c) Divisional structure ; (d) None of given option
Last Answer : (a) Simple structure ;
Description : What is said to be the key factor in maintaining Organizational Growth ? [Hurst : 1995] A. Entrepreneurial Vision B. Planning C. Innovation D. Flexibility
Last Answer : Flexibility
Description : In --------------leadership, there is a complete centralization of authority in the leader (a) Democratic ; (b) Autocratic ; (c) Free rein ; (d) Bureaucratic
Last Answer : (b) Autocratic ;
Description : Which of the following structures is characterized by centralization, high formalization, extensive departmentalization, and a limited information network? (a) Technology model ; (b) Mechanistic model ; (c) Job satisfaction model ; (d) Organic model
Last Answer : (b) Mechanistic model ;
Description : The degree to which jobs within an organization are standardized is referred to as…….. (a) job variation ; (b) routineness ; (c) formalization ; (d) centralization
Last Answer : (c) formalization ;
Description : In an organization that has high centralization (a) Problem can be quickly and efficiently solved (b) The corporate headquarters is located centrally to branch offices (c) Top managers make ... merely carry out directions (d) All top-level officials are located within the same geographic area
Last Answer : (c) Top managers make all the decisions-lower-level managers merely carry out directions
Description : Centralization refers to……….. (a) The degree to which decision-making is concentrated at a single point in the organization (b) The development and maintenance of power in the organization (c) The decision-making process (d) The geographic dispersion of an organization
Last Answer : (a) The degree to which decision-making is concentrated at a single point in the organization
Description : When jobs are grouped together based on a particular type of customer, this is known as….. (a) Job structuring ; (b) Formalization ; (c) Centralization ; (d) Departmentalization
Last Answer : (d) Departmentalization
Description : Strategic Mission ------------------ : A. Is a statement of a Firm's unique purpose & scope of Operations B. Is an internally focused affirmation of the Organizational, Societal and Ethical ... the Co. intends to compete D. Is developed by a Firm before the Firm develops it's Strategic Intent
Last Answer : Is a statement of a Firm’s unique purpose & scope of Operations
Description : Which of the following is one of the six key elements a manager needs to consider when designing an organization‟s structure? (a) Job design ; (b) Work specialization ; (c) Feminine organization ; (d) Eliminating chain of command
Last Answer : (b) Work specialization ;
Description : The VRIO framework can be used to identify: a) a firm's resources and external opportunities. b) the organizational structure of multinational firms. c) a firm's technical resources. d) a firm's core competencies
Last Answer : a firm's core competencies
Description : Which of the following is the best explanation of business process reengineering? A. Redesigning the organizational structure of a business B. Redesigning workflow C. Redesigning products D. Transformation of business processes for more effective achievement of business goals
Last Answer : D. Transformation of business processes for more effective achievement of business goals
Description : What kind of organizational structure combines a vertical chain of command with horizontal reporting requirements? (a) Line authority ; (b) Matrix ; (c) Functional ; (d) Line-and-staff
Last Answer : (b) Matrix ;
Description : A ______ organizational structure is the simplest form and has clear lines of authority and ease of decision making. (a) Horizontal ; (b) Line ; (c) Vertical ; (d) Staff
Last Answer : (b) Line ;
Description : What is the structure of cscl and give the co-ordination number of Cscl ?
Last Answer : The structure of cscl is Body Centered Cubic and the Co- ordination number of CsCl is 8
Description : What is structure of Nacl and give the co-ordination number of Nacl ?
Last Answer : The structure of Nacl is face centered Cubic and Co- ordination number of Nacl is 6
Description : The co-ordination number in simple cubic structure is (A) 4 (B) 6 (C) 8 (D) 12
Last Answer : (B) 6
Description : The co-ordination number of a simple cubic structure is
Last Answer : The co-ordination number of a simple cubic structure is 6.
Description : When describing Organizational Culture, some Mgt Thinkers use expressions such as ------- the way things are around here . In relation to this statement, which of the following is the ... in Control Systems so that the culture changes D. To make structural changes so that the culture changes
Last Answer : To investigate the taken-for-granted aspects of the culture
Description : What is gigantism?
Last Answer : Gigantism is a condition of the body in which the growth rate is very high due to the over secretion of growth hormone prior to puberty.
Description : Give an example of irritability.
Last Answer : If an earthworm is touched, it moves away from the place. Plants grow towards the light.
Description : Shauna has recently been appointed as a project manager for Project SkyNorth, which is regarded as an important project in her organization. During the project planning meeting, ... b. Matrix organization c. Functional organization d. Projectized organization e. Hierarchical organization
Last Answer : d. Projectized organization
Description : _____ is an individual's capacity to influence decisions a) Span of control ; (b) Line authority ; (c) Staff authority ; (d) Power
Last Answer : Line authority
Description : ________________ is a set of competitive moves to achieve organizational objectives? A. Competitive Analysis B. Strategy C. Management D. None of the above
Last Answer : Strategy
Description : As per the VRIO framework, organizational resources must be…. A. Valuable, Rare, In-imitable and Organized. B. Variable, Reusable, Important and Organized. C. Volatile, Representative, Internal and Operational. D. None of these options is valid.
Last Answer : Valuable, Rare, In-imitable and Organized.
Description : This statement does not apply to ’Organizational Goals’ A. An observable and measurable end result B. 1 to 3 year, action statement C. Company philosophy D. S.M.A.R.T
Last Answer : Company philosophy
Description : As per the VRIO framework, organizational resources must be…. A. Valuable, Rare, In-imitable and Organized. B. Variable, Reusable, Important and Organized. C. Volatile, Representative, Internal and Operational. D. None of these options is valid
Last Answer : Valuable, Rare, In-imitable and Organized
Description : Why do alliances between a large Western multinational firm and an emerging economy firm often fail? a) The cultural gap between partners is too large. b) The partner objectives are very ... The company size of partners is very different. d) The organizational cultures of partners are different
Last Answer : The partner objectives are very divergent.
Description : Organizational Culture has largely been created by previous Management actions and decisions, so can be changed in the future “. The statement is --------------- : A. False B. True C. May be D. None of these
Last Answer : True
Description : Which of the following is NOT one of the four layers of Organizational Culture ? A. Values B. Beliefs C. Behaviour D. History
Last Answer : History
Description : Which one of the following does not influence Organizational Learning ? A. Awareness of wider environmental developments B. Knowledge of Competitor activity C. Reflecting on past actions D. Applying Activity Maps
Last Answer : Reflecting on past actions
Description : The Strategic Management Process is ------------- : A. A set of activities that is guaranteed to prevent Organizational failure B. A process concerned with a Firm's Resources, ... D. A dynamic process involving the full set of commitments, decisions and actions related to the Company
Last Answer : A dynamic process involving the full set of commitments, decisions and actions related to the Company
Description : Various Organizational routines & processes that determines how efficiently and effectively the Organization transforms it’s inputs into outputs is called: A. Strength B. Core Competencies C. Capabilities D. Customer Value
Last Answer : Core Competencies
Description : ______ is discretionary behaviour that is not part of an employee‟s formal job requirement, but that promotes the effective functioning of the organization. (a) Productivity ; (b) Motivation ; (c) Organizational citizenship ; (d) Organizational behavior
Last Answer : (c) Organizational citizenship ;
Description : A technique to bring changes in the entire organization, rather man focusing attention on individuals to bring changes easily. (a) Organizational development ; (b) Organizational change ; (c) Organizational culture (d) Organizational conflicts
Last Answer : a
Description : -------------- is the planning and implementing of organizational systems and practices that maximize the potential of employees to contribute to organizational goals and develop their capabilities unhindered ... group. (a) Managing Diversity ; (b) Anthropology ; (d) Bureaucracy ; (d) Remuneration
Last Answer : (a) Managing Diversity ;