MGMT Midterm Self-Assessment

Which quality is essential for a leader to inspire loyalty in their team?

• Willingness to take risks

• Strict adherence to protocol

• Reliance on position authority

• Leading by example

What benefit does empathy bring to leadership?

• It supports the leader's ability to work independently

• It limits the focus on personal development

• It allows leaders to prioritize tasks over people

• It helps understand team challenges and perspectives

Which is a disadvantage of laissez-faire leadership?

• Reduced collaboration between team members

• Increased task monitoring by the leader

• Lack of clear direction for the team

• High dependence on hierarchy

What is the primary goal of conducting an abandon ship drill?

• To rehearse normal daily routines on board

• To reduce time spent on maintenance tasks

• To assess vessel stability under emergency conditions

• To practice orderly evacuation and ensure readiness

Which aspect is vital in functional leadership during critical operations?

• Long-term strategic planning

• Knowledge-based leadership flexibility

• Decision-making based on hierarchy

• Ability to handle all tasks alone

In what situation would a muster list be used on board?

• In response to an emergency event

• While conducting financial audits

• During maintenance checks

• During routine navigation shifts

How should crew members respond to the discovery of a small fire?

• Activate all fire alarms without assessing the fire

• Raise the alarm and attempt to extinguish if possible

• Evacuate without attempting to extinguish the fire

• Extinguish it immediately and report after

How does the IMO aim to manage fatigue among ship operators and crew?

• By recommending automation on vessels

• Through penalties for non-compliance

• By requiring shorter work shifts

• Through specific guidelines and training resources

Which leadership style is most effective in highly innovative environments?

• Laissez-Faire

• Servant

• Transformational

• Transactional

What is the main function of the Safety Management System (SMS) under the ISM Code?

• To promote safe operations and environmental protection

• To maintain regular communication with shore management

• To oversee the financial audits of maritime companies

• To ensure ships follow pollution prevention protocols