Organization Design & Structure Quiz

What is an organization?

• A group of unrelated individuals

• A structured group of people working together towards a common goal

• A collection of buildings and assets

• A government regulatory body

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of an organization?

• Goal-oriented

• Hierarchical structure

• Absence of processes

• Continuity

Which of the following is an example of a for-profit organization?

• Red Cross

• NASA

• Apple Inc.

• WHO

What is the main advantage of a functional structure?

• Specialization and efficiency

• High flexibility in decision-making

• Encourages cross-functional teams

• Eliminates the need for management

A divisional structure groups employees based on:

• Their functional expertise

• The company's financial performance

• Product lines, geography, or customer segments

• Employee hierarchy levels

Which organizational structure is best suited for large multinational companies with diverse product lines?

• Functional

• Matrix

• Divisional

• Flat

Matrix Structure is characterized by:

• Employees reporting to both a functional and project manager

• A strict top-down hierarchy

• No managerial supervision

• A single chain of command

Google follows which type of organizational structure?

• Flat Structure

• Functional Structure

• Matrix Structure

• Hierarchical Structure

In Porter's Five Forces Model, which force refers to the competition within the industry?

• Bargaining power of suppliers

• Threat of new entrants

• Competitive rivalry

• Threat of substitutes

Value Chain Analysis helps a company by:

• Identifying and optimizing primary and support activities

• Reducing competition

• Eliminating customer complaints

• Standardizing all business processes