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WorksheetsLeadership MBA 4
Total questions: 183
Worksheet time: 3hrs 37mins
Which leadership approach examines how leaders use values, a sense of “calling,” and membership to motivate followers?
servant leadership
transformational leadership
authentic leadership
spiritual leadership
The ______ approach to leadership is focused on identifying the innate qualities and characteristics possessed by great social, political, and military leaders.
behavioral
situational
relational
trait
From a relationship perspective, leadership is centered on the ______ between leaders and followers rather than on the unique ______ of the leader.
synergy; approach
communication; qualities
harmony; technique
effort; effect
Which perspective defines leadership as an interactive event that occurs between the leader and the followers?
influence
ability
skill
trait
Task and process are the main components when leadership is considered a ______.
behavior
skill
trait
ability
When viewed as a ______, leadership can be studied and learned.
quality
skill
power
all of these
In order to lessen the possibility that leaders might act toward followers in ways that are forced and unethical, it is important to:
empower followers
define rules
stress mutuality
create boundaries
Leaders affect and are affected by followers when leadership is conceptualized as a ______.
conversation
relationship
task
responsibility
Process behaviors focus on helping people feel comfortable in what setting?
social media
group
independent
isolation
What is the dark side of leadership?
unknown elements of what makes a great leader
when a leader uses his influence or power for personal ends
historical misdeeds that great leaders have done
none of these
Which leadership approach examines how leaders use values, a sense of “calling,” and membership to motivate followers?
servant leadership
transformational leadership
authentic leadership
spiritual leadership
The ______ approach to leadership is focused on identifying the innate qualities and characteristics possessed by great social, political, and military leaders.
behavioral
situational
relational
trait
From a relationship perspective, leadership is centered on the ______ between leaders and followers rather than on the unique ______ of the leader.
synergy; approach
communication; qualities
harmony; technique
effort; effect
Which perspective defines leadership as an interactive event that occurs between the leader and the followers?
influence
ability
skill
trait
Task and process are the main components when leadership is considered a ______.
behavior
skill
trait
ability
When viewed as a ______, leadership can be studied and learned.
quality
skill
power
all of these
In order to lessen the possibility that leaders might act toward followers in ways that are forced and unethical, it is important to:
empower followers
define rules
stress mutuality
create boundaries
Leaders affect and are affected by followers when leadership is conceptualized as a ______.
conversation
relationship
task
responsibility
Process behaviors focus on helping people feel comfortable in what setting?
social media
group
independent
isolation
What is the dark side of leadership?
unknown elements of what makes a great leader
when a leader uses his influence or power for personal ends
historical misdeeds that great leaders have done
none of these
Which leadership approach examines how leaders use values, a sense of “calling,” and membership to motivate followers?
servant leadership
transformational leadership
authentic leadership
spiritual leadership
The ______ approach to leadership is focused on identifying the innate qualities and characteristics possessed by great social, political, and military leaders.
behavioral
situational
relational
trait
From a relationship perspective, leadership is centered on the ______ between leaders and followers rather than on the unique ______ of the leader.
synergy; approach
communication; qualities
harmony; technique
effort; effect
Which perspective defines leadership as an interactive event that occurs between the leader and the followers?
influence
ability
skill
trait
Task and process are the main components when leadership is considered a ______.
behavior
skill
trait
ability
When viewed as a ______, leadership can be studied and learned.
quality
skill
power
all of these
In order to lessen the possibility that leaders might act toward followers in ways that are forced and unethical, it is important to:
empower followers
define rules
stress mutuality
create boundaries
Leaders affect and are affected by followers when leadership is conceptualized as a ______.
conversation
relationship
task
responsibility
Process behaviors focus on helping people feel comfortable in what setting?
social media
group
independent
isolation
What is the dark side of leadership?
unknown elements of what makes a great leader
when a leader uses his influence or power for personal ends
historical misdeeds that great leaders have done
none of these
The general and abstract concepts of right and wrong behavior from philosophy, theology, and professional societies is ________
Schemes
Etiquettes
Ethics
Law
A written statement of policies and principles that guides the behavior of all employees in an organization is called _________
Laws
Code of Ethics
Schemes
Ethical Dilemma
Which of the following is NOT ethical in a professional workplace?
Obeying the rules
Develop Professional Standards
Corrupt Practices
Being Accountable
Choose the best option from the following that embraces the organization’s behavior, rituals and shared meaning held by employees and distinguishes the organization from all others.
External environment
Culture
Document
Phenomenon
Handling of crisis by managers and employees reveals organizational _______
Environment
Society
Culture
Structure
Which of the following factors specify the typical characteristics that lie outside the organizational culture?
Team orientation
People orientation
Outcome orientation
Management orientation
Which leadership style usually involves the organization paying team members in return for their effort and compliance on a short-term task?
Charismatic
Transactional
Transformational
Autocratic
In which leadership style, the leader changes his/her traits to get influenced by his fellow men?
Transformational
Transactional
Situational
Charismatic
Gandhi adapts self-sacrificing behaviour of non-violence. Which leadership style did Gandhiji follow?
Situational
Charismatic
Autocratic
Transactional
______________ encourages the involvement of stake holders at all levels of organization
Participative management
Prior Management
Cumulative management
Linear management
Decision made by the leader autocratically. This phrase indicates which participation style of management.
High participation
Medium participation
Medium participation
No participation
A __________is a calling that requires specialized knowledge and often long and intensive academic preparation.
Governance
Profession
Service Providers
Regulation
Which of the following is NOT an ethical standard in a professional relationship?
Fraud
Transparency
Trust
Mutual Respect
______ is the standards of right and wrong that apply to your professional behavior
Law
Schemes
Etiquette
Professional Ethics
Ethics are moral principles and values which _______
Are legally enforceable
Provide clients with rules on how to behave
Govern the actions of an individual
Guide a firm's behavior
Which of the following is NOT an outcome of an ineffective organizational culture?
Low Profit
Disengaged Employees
Lack of Motivation
High Productivity
_____________ determines the work environment in which the employee feels satisfied or dissatisfied.
Organizational Development
Organizational Climate
Organizational Change
Organizational Influence
A leader who tends to centralize authority, dictate work methods and make unilateral decisions is a(n) ____________ leader.
Democratic
Delegative
Transformational
Autocratic
Which of the following is NOT true of charismatic leaders?
They have a vision
They are focused on their personal needs
They have behavior that is unique
They are inspiring
Delegative leadership is also referred to as __________
Bernard Bass Theory
Fred Fielder’s Model
Hersey Model
Laissez-faire leadership
One of the LEADERSHIP QUALITIES to have :
Integrity
Enthusiasm
Empathy
A, B & C
Correct
What leadership qualities emerge when someone is committed to their goals and expresses this commitment through optimism?
Enthusiasm
Empathy
Competence
Integrity
What skill is always considered
the second most important skill by managers?
Problem Solving Skills
Cool under Pressure
Integrity
Good Communicator
What does competence include?
Experience , knowledge , skills
Behavior , performance, goals
A & B Correct
Experience , behavior
What is the meaning of cool under pressure ?
Calm and relaxed
Don't mind anything
Pressure in
the cool
Overthinking
What are the qualities required of a leader ?
Feelings
Selfish
Ready - witted
Competence
Leadership means taking a company and its employees in a
direction based upon a vision.
True
False
Being a good leader
takes several qualities:
Motivation, communication
skills, and integrity are among them.
Motivation, persistence, communication
skills, and integrity are among them.
Motivation, confidence, clarification
skills, and integrity are among them.
Motivation, confidence, communication
skills, and integrity are among them.
... is the ability to act
and make decisions without the help or advice of others. (fill in the blank)
(a)
Human relations is ... (fill in th blank)
the study of whether
people interact in the workplace and how communication can be
improved.
the study of how
people interact in the workplace and how communication can be
improved.
the study of what
people interact in the workplace and how communication can be
improved.
the study of when
people interact in the workplace and how communication can be
improved.
Integrity is an adherence to a code of ethical values such as
faithfulness, loyalty, and fairness.
True
False
How many styles of leadership?
(a)
The leadership styles contain:
automatic, democratic, and free-rein
autocratic, democratic, and free-rain
autocratic, democratic, and free-rein
autocratic, drastic, and free-rein
An autocratic leadership style is one in which one person
runs everything and makes all ... without consulting others. (fill in the blank)
(a)
Free-rein leadership requires the leader to set goals for managers and employees and then leave them alone to get the job
done.
True
False
... is a style in which managers work
with employees to make decisions. (fill in the blank)
Automatic leadership
Democratic leadership
Free-rein leadership
Autocratic leadership
Giving managers and employees the power to run things and
make decisions is called ... (fill in the blank)
operating
procrastinating
fascinating
delegating
Self-managed teams are work groups that
... themselves. (fill in the blank)
(a)
Leadership skills can be developed in a number of ways, such as:
through reading books, watching videos, and taking courses
on leadership.
by working with someone who has leadership ability and
studying what he or she does.
by joining a club, a team, a drama group, or a community
organization.
by taking initiative at school, at work, or in club activities.
All are correct.
The reason for
a leader to delegate is ...
•
•
•
The managers do not have time to do everything.
The managers can not focus on more important work.
Employees have less ownership of the production process.
Employees have no chance to develop their own potential.
¿What is the importance of the leadership?
Use the people as much as it could be better for you
Unite team members around the goals to achive them
Make friends that help you when everything is bad
Listen to people
When is more important to use leadership?
When One Direction comes back
When you have nothing to do
In a hospital
In times of crisis
A leader asks questions like WHEN & HOW
True
False
A Situational leader is the one who rises up to the occassion when no one else does
True
False
Procrastination is an attribute a great leader must have
True
False
These are not qualities that help someone to become a better leader
Become more self aware
Encourage growth
Stop doing your job
All of the above
The Great Man Leadership Theory says Leadership skills are inherent, not taught.
True
False
Which theory says leadership is situational?
Trait Leadership Theory
Contingency Leadership Theory
The Great Man Leadership Theory
Effective leadership can only be realized with original ideas
True
False
Leaders are seen as people who...
Are very hateful
People who make good decisions
People who are cool
People who only know how to give orders
What is leadership?
What is leadership philosophy?
Which of the following is not a leadership role?
Agent of change
Inspirator
Complainer
Strategist
Networker
Please explain the difference between the four leadership theories!
Write down 10 leadership styles that you have learned and mention 3 main characteristics for each leadership style!
Choose three leadership styles out of the ten leadership styles you mentioned and compare them by when to use them!
Choose one of the leadership styles that might fit you or your preferred leadership style, then explain the positive and negative aspects of your leadership style from your characters and behaviours along with the positive and negative parts from the leadership style you prefer!
As young leaders, why do you need to learn leadership?
as a youth and future leader, qualities that I must have......
Personal Characteristics
Agent of Change
Trend Setter
Looks and Prestige
I do not care
Task and process are the main components when leadership is considered a(n) ______.
skill
behavior
trait
concept
which one of these is being a leader?
bossy
kind
grumpy
annoying
The theory suggest that leaders can be trained, and traits that a leader must have can be taught and developed-
Behavioral Theory
Autocratic Leader
Transformational Theory
Trait Theory
Which level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs deals with satisfying one's hunger, thirst, and other bodily needs?
psychological
social
esteem
physiological
Which of the following is a motivational factor according to Herzberg's two-factor theory?
A) quality of supervision
B) recognition
C) pay
D) relationships with others
Erika wants to become the head of the HR department. Although the role comes with a generous salary hike and will put her in charge of several subordinates, she is mainly pursuing this position because she believes she can do the job better than anyone else and wants people to know this. According to McClelland's theory of needs, which of the following needs is Erika primarily driven by in this case?
A) the need for stability
B) the need for achievement
C) the need for security
D) the need for affiliation
Motivation is defined by psychologists as
an impulse to accomplish something of significance.
rigidly patterned behavior characteristic of all people.
a need or desire that energizes and directs behavior toward a goal.
the cause of behavior.
Which of these roles would most likely be motivated by commission?
Financial Director
Sales Assistant
Manager
Producer
According to Abraham Maslow, human needs can be divided into how many types?
Three types
Four types
Five types
Six types
Give examples of intangible rewards that can be given to subordinates for jobs well done.
Money, food, or release time from drill.
Ribbons, certificates of achievement, public notice of their performance.
Rewards should not be given because they show preferential treatment.
Praise, a compliment, a pat on the back, positive feedback, etc.
If a leader must counsel subordinates for negative behaviors, when and where should that counseling take place?
Counseling should take place instantly and in public so the subordinate will learn the lesson immediately.
Wait a week and then council the subordinate in private.
Counseling should take place as soon as possible and in a small-group sitting.
It should take place as quickly as possible after an infraction, and it should take place in private to prevent public humiliation.
Read carefully the following paragraph and select the option (A-D) that indicates which Principle of Motivation is described.
Sergeant Jones knew that his team leaders would find their tasks to be extremely difficult. However, he also knew that they trusted him to help them develop their leadership and management skills. He wouldn't do the tasks for them, but he would be there to provide hints and mentor them when necessary, and he would always do his best to communicate his belief in them.
Have subordinates participate in the planning of upcoming events.
Use positive peer pressure to work for you, the leader, and the unit.
Give subordinates tough problems, and challenge them to wrestle with them.
Set the example in all things.
of undisputed origin; genuine.
Leadership
Follower
Authentic
someone who is tracking a particular person, group, organization, etc. on a social media website or application.
Follower
Allocate
Character
c
having an obligation to do something, or having control over or care for someone, as part of one's job or role.
Allocate
Responsible
Persistent
having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.
Benevolent
Diligent
Delegate
continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.
Persistent
Character
Leader
well meaning and kindly.
Authentic
Benevolent
Diligent
the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual.
Persistent
Character
Diligent
distribute (resources or duties) for a particular purpose.
Allocate
Persistent
Authentic
a person sent or authorized to represent others, in particular an elected representative sent to a conference.
Delegate
Character
Diligent
the person who leads or commands a group, organization, or country.
Follow
Leader
Diligent
What are the 3 roles of a leader?
Developing the INDIVIDUAL, Building the TEAM, Ignoring the TASK
Achieving the TASK, Building the TEAM, Developing the INDIVIDUAL
Prioritising the TASK, Building the TEAM, Ignoring the INDIVIDUAL
What 3 periods of time need to be managed?
Future
Past
Present
All of the above
Trick question - only Present and Future
Select the options that best describe a humane leader.
They encourage their team
They are up to date on the office gossip
They are concerned about achieving the task
They delegate to help upskill their team
Select the qualities of a leader.
Empathetic
Authoritative
Honest
Accountable
Has integrity
Select the option that best describes a succession plan.
When the company aims to succeed in every area of business.
When the company sends you on training to better succeed at your job.
When the company identifies and develops employees for future leadership roles.
What is the difference between a manager and a leader?
Select 2 that are true.
Managers Control; Leaders Inspire
Managers show Originality; Leaders are always right
Managers focus on Systems; Leaders focus on People
Managers make things happen; Leaders tell you what to do
What are the functions of a Manager?
Preparing, Organising, Motivating, Contributing
Planning, Organising, Motivating, Controlling
Planning, Organising, Motivating, Contributing
Preparing, Ordering, Monitoring, Controlling
How does a leader contribute to accomplishing the task?
Select all that apply.
Planning the work
Instructing the job process
Providing resources
Evaluating and comparing results
Name the Managerial style that;
1: has a low concern for people and a high concern for results
2: has high concern for people and high concern for results
1: Produce or perish
2: Country club
1: Impoverished
2: Team management
1: Produce or perish
2: Team management
1: Impoverished
2: Middle of the road
Select all that apply to a Transformational leader.
Raise the team to motivate them.
Use reward and punishment.
They are charismatic.
They are considerate.
They see the big picture.
What is the role of a Team Leader?
Provides Leadership
Provides a Shoulder to to cry on
Provides Discipline
Provides Guidance
Provides Direction
Why should you team build?
Creates Camaraderie
Improves Communication
Creates Positivity
Increases Understanding
Decreases Conflict
Leadership is...
A choice
Challenging
Hard work and a life long learning process
All of the above
Good leaders are born, not made.
True
False
Both
How may a good leader motivate others?
Positive Attitude
Verbal Encouragement
Being passionate about what they are doing
All of the above
Why are communication skills important for a leader?
So they can tell people what to do
To be able to deceive followers
None of the above
To be able to explain their goal or vision
What is the first step in becoming a leader?
Understanding yourself
Understanding qualities of a follower
Understanding the qualities great leaders have
All of the above
A leader that is dependable
Keeps their commitment
Is willing to make personal sacrifices
Doesn't make excuses and stays on the job until it's done
All of the above
A good leader must be very smart
True
False
Choose a suitable word to match the definition below.
when you make other people feel excited about doing something
original
dedicated
inspiring
determined
Choose a suitable word o match the definition below.
brave, without fear
dedicated
self-confidence
courageous
perseverance
A person with ____________ is good at being the most important person in a group and likes making decissions.
leadership qualities
good communicator
punctual
reliable
Choose the most suitable personal quality for each description below.
Well done! You're really good at thinking of new ideas.
charming
determined
creative
obsessive
Choose the most suitable personal quality for each description below.
Emma never stops talking about her cats.
She thinks about them too much, I think.
courageous
determined
creative
obsessive
He nearly attacked one of his employees when he arrived late for the meeting. He's very _____________
aggressive
bright
reliable
Choose the most suitable personal quality for each description below.
I've never found it difficult to play the guitar, I think I was born able to do it.
charming
talented
creative
obsessive
He is active and strong.
enthusiastic
good at communicating
confident
physically fit
sensitive
Police officer are usually_____ because in some situations they need yo run fast
fit
fat
short
the ability to use one's time effectively or productively, especially at work
time management
self-direction
perseverance
health & fitness
He doesn't mind if things change at work.
hard-working
organised
outgoing
patient
flexible
Choose a suitable word to match with its definition below.
completely new and different from anyone else
talented
original
observant
wicked
Choose the most suitable personal quality for each description below.
Fabio loves telling people how great he is. It's like
he's the only person in the world.
self-confident
egotistical
ruthless
original
Someone who gives a lot to others is ..........................
caring
generous
amazing
intelligent
She is very ___________ she works well by herself.
punctual
independent
aggressive
Choose a suitable word to match with its definition below.
sure that you can do things well
creative
self-confident
independent
self-reliant
He's extremely __________ . He is never late for appointments.
Punctual
keen
bright
Choose the most suitable personal quality for each description below.
Jamie always gets what he wants - he knows how to make people feel good about themselves.
charming
determined
creative
obsessive
Choose the most suitable personal quality for each description below.
I really admire how hard Ben works, especially
since he doesn't earn much money.
self-confident
egotistical
ruthless
dedicated
Choose the most suitable personal quality for each description below.
As long as we give it 100 percent, nothing can stop us!
charming
determined
creative
obsessive
