Saylor BUS208 Principles of Management Questions and Answers
2 views 0 purchase
Course
World History Saylor
Institution
World History Saylor
Saylor BUS208 Principles of Management
Questions and Answers
How can a manager ensure that an organization's operations are heading in the appropriate
direction? The manager can develop a strategic plan.
Why is it important for managers to understand the different types of learning styles? So ...
Saylor BUS208 Principles of Management
Questions and Answers
How can a manager ensure that an organization's operations are heading in the appropriate
direction? The manager can develop a strategic plan.
Why is it important for managers to understand the different types of learning styles? So
that managers can adapt training programs to meet the individual needs and preferences of
employees.
How can a manager confront the issue of employee absenteeism? By investigating the
causes of an individual employee's absenteeism.
Which of the following statements about managers and attitudes is true? Promoting a
positive attitude about work will enable a manager to be more effective.
In which situation would you find business contacts who compartmentalize their personal and
business relationships? Low-contact cultures.
What strategy should a manager consider when his or her company wants to expand into a
foreign market but lacks the expertise or resources to do so? Strategic alliances.
, Saylor BUS208 Principles of Management
Questions and Answers
Which 20th-century theory states that there is no one "best way" to manage? Contingency
Approach.
Which early management theorist developed the 14 Principles of Management? Henri
Fayol.
Which economic concept must a manager consider when determining which products to produce
domestically, which products to import from other countries, and which products to export to
other countries? Absolute Advantage.
Which management theory came about as a result of Frederick Winslow Taylor's "time studies"?
Scientific Management Theory.
Which of the following practices enables companies to have effective organizational structures
when operating in a global marketplace? Disbursing regional and local business centers.
Which of the following practices have NOT been a factor in Coca-Cola's global success?
Shipping all products from bottling plants in the U.S.
, Saylor BUS208 Principles of Management
Questions and Answers
Which of the following practices is NOT considered an effective management strategy for global
organizations? Franchising.
Which of the following statements is TRUE about hiring practices in a global enterprise?
When an international company hires a culturally diverse workforce, employees will tend
to reflect the organization's global customer base, which will benefit the organization in the
global marketplace.
According to the Organizational Culture Profile (OCP), which type of workplace culture is
characterized by a company that is flexible, adaptable, and open to experimenting with new
ideas? An innovative culture.
What is the most important reason for an organization to be as aware of generational diversity as
it is of other employee characteristics? Different generations vary in their approaches to
how they value work-life balance, perceive authority, solve problems, and adapt to changes.
What is the difference between business ethics and social responsibility? Business ethics
refers to doing the right thing and not causing harm. Social responsibility refers to corporate
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller UpperClass. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $21.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
