Management Quiz

Why are managers important to organizations?

• They develop new products

• They handle routine tasks

• They ensure productivity, loyalty, and help get things done

• They make financial reports

Who is considered a manager?

• Someone who works independently

• Someone who gives technical advice

• Someone who oversees others to achieve goals

• Someone who only sets company rules

Which of the following is a characteristic of an organization?

• Informal structure

• No clear goal

• Composed of one person

• Distinct purpose, people, and deliberate structure

What does "efficiency" in management mean?

• Doing the right things

• Using minimum resources for maximum output

• Having a large workforce

• Reaching all goals no matter the cost

What is NOT one of the four main management functions?

• Planning

• Organizing

• Budgeting

• Controlling

According to Mintzberg, which of the following is an interpersonal role?

• Spokesperson

• Leader

• Negotiator

• Monitor

What is an example of a decisional role?

• Disseminator

• Liaison

• Entrepreneur

• Spokesperson

A manager reading industry news to stay informed is performing which role?

• Monitor

• Figurehead

• Leader

• Resource allocator

Which of the following is a conceptual skill?

• Operating software

• Coordinating schedules

• Thinking abstractly and dealing with complexity

• Communicating with customers

What is a challenge faced by managers today?

• Dealing only with profits

• Creating routine reports

• Managing change and uncertainty

• Avoiding global integration