CH9 Organization Management

What is the primary focus of organizational politics?

• Market competition

• Financial management

• Network of social relations

• Employee training

According to the text, what is power primarily a result of?

• Financial resources

• Position in a network of relations

• Personal relationships

• Charisma

What does legitimacy refer to in the context of power?

• The level of authority held

• The amount of resources available

• Perception, belief, and recognition

• The ability to enforce rules

Which type of authority is characterized by personal charisma?

• Traditional authority

• Rational-legal authority

• Charismatic authority

• Bureaucratic authority

What is the main idea behind resource dependency theory?

• Power is derived from individual charisma

• Organizations influence others to secure resources

• Organizations must manage their internal politics

• Authority is based on traditional practices

What does 'soft domination' imply in organizations?

• Strict hierarchical control

• Visible power structures

• Equality among peers

• Coercive control over employees

What is a total institution as defined in the text?

• An institution that promotes individualism

• A company with flexible work hours

• A place where members are constantly monitored

• An organization with no hierarchy

What does the Milgram experiment illustrate?

• Resistance to change

• The effectiveness of training

• Obedience to authority

• The importance of teamwork

Which of the following is NOT a type of authority defined by Max Weber?

• Charismatic authority

• Traditional authority

• Rational-legal authority

• Political authority

What is the role of 'management of meaning' in organizational politics?

• To create legitimacy for initiatives

• To reduce employee engagement

• To eliminate resistance

• To enforce strict rules