Quiz on Organization Development and Consulting Models

What is the primary focus of the expert model in OD consulting?

• Client needs to recognize the problem

• Everything is data

• Joint diagnosis and problem-solving

• Clients are the experts in the organization

In which model does the client own the problem and the solution?

• All of the above

• Doctor-patient model

• Mechanic model

• Process model

Which of the following is NOT listed as a competency area for an OD practitioner?

• Technical writing

• Consulting skills

• Data collection and analysis

• Interpersonal skills

What is a key principle of OD consultation?

• Avoid sharing problems

• Timing is irrelevant

• The consultant owns the problem

• Always try to be helpful

What does Dialogic OD emphasize in the change process?

• Diagnosis of problems

• Social construction approach

• Individual aspirations

• Systematic analysis

Which model reflects a growing belief in social construction for change?

• Expert model

• Doctor-patient model

• Mechanic model

• Dialogic OD

What is a disadvantage of being an internal OD practitioner?

• Lack of access to data

• Limited understanding of the organization

• Potential bias in problem-solving

• No client relationships

Which of the following is a key concept in Dialogic OD?

• Top-down decision making

• Collaboration and informed choice

• Individualistic approaches

• Rigid structures

What is the role of the client in the OD process?

• To provide data only

• To follow the consultant's lead

• To own the problem and solution

• To diagnose the problem

What is a crucial aspect of the consulting process according to the text?

• Focus solely on diagnosis

• Everything is data

• Consultants should avoid interventions

• Clients should not be involved