It's Academic
You are a Faculty Dean for a regional university and your university Vice Chancellor has asked you to develop a plan for the faculty.He wants a plan covering the next five years and he wants it to be as specific as possible yet not overly constraining and containing some flexibility.The Vice Chancellor states that he wants the plan to be accurate so as not to waste time and so you will be well positioned for the future.
-Refer to It's Academic (Scenario).Due to the many academic institutions in your area, the Vice Chancellor has expressed concern about sharing too many details regarding specific goals and action programs beyond top administration and the university's council.According to the textbook, you should suggest that ________.
A)goals must be shared with organisation members to be effective
B)because of the intense competition in your area, you agree with his position
C)strategic goals and plans should never leave the boardroom under any circumstances - 'loose lips sink ships'
D)information could be leaked through the press and the internet over time, so that employees will become aware of plans
E)it is important that plans are initially kept secret as they will provide future control measures for staff actions

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The textbook suggests that for goals to be effective, they must be shared with organization members. While there may be concerns about sharing too many details outside of top administration and the university council, it is still important to communicate goals and plans with faculty members to ensure their buy-in and participation in achieving those goals.

It's Academic You Are a Faculty Dean for a Regional University and University