Quiz on Organisation Concepts

Organisation is best described as:

• A group of random people

• A structured social unit to achieve goals

• A casual gathering of individuals

• An unplanned activity

According to McFarland, organisation is:

• A framework of authority only

• A collection of resources

• An identified group of people contributing towards goals

• A process of recruitment

Organisation in the sense of process refers to:

• The result of organising

• Defining and grouping activities, establishing relationships

• Only delegating authority

• Appointing managers

Organisation in the sense of structure refers to:

• The outcome of organising process

• A set of financial rules

• An informal group

• None of the above

A key purpose of organisation is:

• To increase costs

• To establish authority, responsibility, and communication

• To reduce employee motivation

• To eliminate coordination

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of organisation?

• Accountability

• Coordination

• Elimination of goals

• Communication

Which type of organisation has clearly defined functions and authority?

• Informal organisation

• Formal organisation

• Random organisation

• Social gathering

Informal organisation arises from:

• Company policies

• Authority delegation

• Personal and social relationships

• Written manuals

Formal organisation is:

• Based on friendships

• Spontaneous in nature

• Goal-oriented and structured

• Not accountable

Every organisation must have:

• Unlimited resources

• A clear purpose or goal

• No coordination

• Informal groups only