MPA 4

What is delegation in the context of management?

• The process of centralizing decision-making

• The process of transferring authority and responsibility to subordinates

• The process of micromanaging tasks

• All of these

Why is delegation important in an organization?

• To increase the workload on managers

• To improve employee morale

• To empower employees, save time, and promote efficiency

• All of these

example of a situation that might require centralized decision-making.

• Setting individual employee goals

• Establishing the company's overall strategic direction

• Determining office hours for a specific department

• Option 2 only

How can a manager ensure effective delegation?

• Assigning tasks without clear instructions

• Maintaining open communication, setting expectations, and providing support

• Avoiding delegation altogether

• By implementing decentralisation

What is the key difference between delegation and decentralization?

• Delegation involves giving authority, while decentralization involves sharing authority.

• Delegation is only for managers, while decentralization is for employees.

• Delegation is a one-time process, while decentralization is an ongoing process.

• Delegation and decentralization are the same concepts.

In delegation, what does the term "accountability" refer to?

• The act of assigning tasks to subordinates

• The process of transferring authority

• The obligation to report and justify results

• The hierarchy of the organization

Which type of decision is typically made at the decentralized level in an organization?

• Strategic decisions

• Routine operational decisions

• Personal decisions

• Budget decisions

What is the potential disadvantage of excessive decentralization?

• Slower response to local issues

• Increased employee empowerment

• Centralized decision-making

• Simplified communication