Philip oversees the processes of the research and development department of his company. He is responsible for all the activities and tasks undertaken by the department. In the context of strategic management, Philip is most likely to be a:
A) corporate-level general manager.
B) functional manager.
C) managing director.
D) chief executive officer (CEO).
E) business development manager.

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As a manager overseeing the processes of a specific department (research and development), Philip is most likely a functional manager. A corporate-level general manager would oversee multiple departments or business units, a managing director would typically be the head of a specific company or division, a CEO would be the top executive of the entire organization, and a business development manager would focus specifically on developing new business opportunities.

Philip Oversees the Processes of the Research and Development Department