Management style

Question 1

Management style

Answer 1

The manner and approach of providing direction, implementing plans and motivating people

Question 2

Situational/contingency management approach

Answer 2

A management approach where different styles are used depending on the situation

Question 3

Autocratic style

Answer 3

A leadership style where the manager makes decisions alone, with little input from employees.

Question 4

Laissez-faire style

Answer 4

A management style where employees are given full autonomy to make decisions

Question 5

Persuasive style

Answer 5

A management style where the manager makes the decisions and then persuades employees of the benefits of those decisions

Question 6

Consultative style

Answer 6

A leadership style where the manager seeks input from employees but makes the final decision.

Question 7

Participative style

Answer 7

A management style where decision-making is performed as a team with management and staff working together, with the manager retaining responsibility and accountability