Principles of Management Final Exam

Surname, Name Middle Initial (example: Dela Cruz, Juan E.)

An organization has a strong culture if they sends contradictory messages about what’s important.

• True
• False

In organizations with strong cultures, employees are more loyal than are employees in organizations with weak cultures.

• True
• False

Organizational culture is a system of shared meaning and beliefs within an organization that determines, in large degree, how employees act.

• True
• False

This includes everything around an organization that can impact its operations positively or negatively.

• Task Environment
• Mega Environment
• General Environment
• Organizational Environment

It includes the broad economic, political/legal, demographic, technological, socio-cultural and global conditions that indirectly affect all organizations.

• Task Environment
• Mega Environment
• General Environment
• Organizational Environment

Which of the following is NOT a component of organizational culture?

• Mission and Vision
• Employee Benefits
• Symbols and Rituals
• Language and Communication

What is the primary function of an organization's external environment?

• To provide resources and inputs to the organization
• To establish the organizational hierarchy
• To dictate employee salaries
• To control the organization's internal processes

Which factor is part of an organization's external environment?

• Leadership style
• Technological advancements
• Employee turnover
• Performance appraisals

How does organizational culture contribute to attracting and retaining talent?

• By offering high salaries
• By creating a positive work environment and aligning with employee values
• By implementing strict rules and regulations
• By promoting a competitive and cutthroat atmosphere