Question 1

Under which category of training objectives will the cost per trainee be classified?

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Question 2

Which of the following statements is true about a competency study?

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Question 3

Management inventories and succession plans are:

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Management inventories and succession plans are generally kept confidential to protect sensitive information about potential future leaders and organizational strategies.

Question 4

_____ is concerned with developing the experience,attitudes,and skills necessary to become or remain an effective manager.

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The statement describes the concept of management development, which is focused on enhancing the competencies and abilities of individuals to become successful and efficient managers. Management development programs aim to improve the managerial skills, decision-making capabilities, leadership qualities, and overall competency of individuals to handle various managerial roles and responsibilities effectively.

Question 5

A management succession plan records the:

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A management succession plan outlines potential successors for each manager in case of unexpected departures or promotions, ensuring continuity and stability in leadership. A, B, and D are important aspects of HR management, but they are not necessarily included in a management succession plan.

Question 6

Which of the following statements is true about a training needs survey?

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Question 7

A strength of the lecture method is that:

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The lecture method allows for a large number of learners to receive information at the same time, making it efficient for conveying information to a large audience.

Question 8

Which of the following is an on-the-job management development method?

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Coaching is an on-the-job management development method where a more experienced manager provides guidance and feedback to a less experienced manager. The other options, such as role playing, business simulations, and in-basket technique, are more often used in classroom or off-the-job training programs.

Question 9

Which of the following methods of management development emphasizes the responsibility of all managers for developing employees?

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Coaching emphasizes the responsibility of all managers for developing employees by promoting an ongoing relationship between the manager and the employee that focuses on identifying strengths and areas for improvement, setting goals, and providing feedback and support. The other methods listed may also have development benefits, but do not necessarily emphasize the responsibility of all managers for employee development.

Question 10

A(n)_____ is a management development method in which an individual,designated as the heir to a job,learns the job from the present jobholder.

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The understudy assignment is a management development method where an individual, designated as the heir to a job, learns the job from the present jobholder, making D the correct option. A business simulation is a training method that simulates real-life business situations, while the in-basket technique is a testing method to evaluate a candidate's organizational and decision-making skills. The incident method involves documenting specific incidents of a person's good or bad behavior to assess their performance.

Question 11

Which of the following methods of management development,popularized by the Harvard Business School involves presenting real and/or hypothetical situations to the trainee for analysis?

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The method of management development popularized by the Harvard Business School that involves presenting real and/or hypothetical situations to the trainee for analysis is known as case study. This method allows the trainee to apply their problem-solving and decision-making skills in a simulated environment before facing real-life scenarios. The other options listed are different methods of management development: In-basket technique involves placing the trainee in a simulated work environment where they have to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively; Adventure learning involves outdoor team-building activities that focus on problem-solving and leadership skills; Understudy assignment involves training an employee to take on the responsibilities of a higher-level position in the future.

Question 12

Management development should be designed,conducted,and evaluated on the basis of which of the following factors?

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Management development programs should be designed, conducted, and evaluated based on the specific needs and requirements of individual managers. This approach helps to ensure that the program is effective in meeting the development goals of each manager and that it provides tangible benefits to the organization through enhancing managerial capabilities. While government rules and regulations, environmental changes, and changes in the workforce composition can all impact the design and delivery of management development programs, they should not be the only factors considered.

Question 13

A needs assessment helps determine those activities that can link management development with:

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A needs assessment identifies the gap between current conditions and desired objectives, helping to align management development activities with the organization's stated goals and objectives.

Question 14

Which of the following is an off-the-job management development method?

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Adventure learning involves participants in outdoor activities and challenges that require problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, and leadership skills. It is an off-the-job method as it takes place outside the workplace and aims to provide a unique and challenging learning experience. Coaching, committee assignments, and understudy assignments are all on-the-job management development methods.

Question 15

Case studies ordinarily bring about all of the following trainee requirements EXCEPT:

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Case studies typically do not involve actually implementing a solution, so field testing a chosen decision is not a typical trainee requirement. However, proposing solutions, choosing among alternatives, and thinking through problems are common aspects of the case study analysis process.

Question 16

Training involving the handling of a specific manager's mail and calls and reacting accordingly is termed:

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The scenario described is typical for in-basket technique training, where participants are presented with a set of documents related to a manager's work and expected to prioritize, respond, delegate and organize the information effectively. This approach helps to improve administrative and decision-making skills, as well as time management and attention to detail. Role playing and incident methods may involve different types of scenarios and challenges, while business simulations may be more complex and require broader strategic thinking.

Question 17

At Veritas Systems,trainee fresh out of college go from one job to another within the organization,generally remaining in each job from six months to a year.This is an example of the method of management development termed ____.

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The method of management development described, where trainees move from one job to another within the organization, generally remaining in each job from six months to a year, is known as job rotation. This enables them to gain exposure to various functional areas and prepares them for leadership positions.

Question 18

Which of the following is one of the methods used to determine management development needs?

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Question 19

In which of the following methods of management development is the learner initially given only the general outline of a situation,and then the instructor provides additional information as the learner requests it?

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This method is called the Incident method, where the learner is presented with a simulated or real-life management situation with only a general outline. The instructor provides additional information as and when requested by the learner. This method helps in developing problem-solving and decision-making skills. Role playing involves acting out scenarios, in-basket technique involves completing a set of tasks in a limited time, and special projects involve working on a unique task or project.

Question 20

Which of the following statements is true about a task analysis?

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A task analysis is a detailed examination of a job or task to identify the specific steps required to complete it. This process allows for the precise identification of tasks involved in completing a job. Therefore, statement B is true. Statements A, C, and D are incorrect. Task analysis requires high involvement, is objective rather than subjective, and may require some effort to determine the relative importance of tasks.

Quiz 9: Management and Organizational Development