Unit 2 - Ch 13, 14 & 15 Flashcards

1
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Define hierarchy in an organization.

A

The number of layers of levels within an organization

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2
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What is delegation in a management context?

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Where managers give a portion of their work to subordinates, who are held accountable for it

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3
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What is span of control?

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The number of subordinates a manager has direct control over

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4
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What does a wide span of control imply?

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More delegation and greater trust in subordinates

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5
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What is the chain of command?

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The line of communication and authority from top to bottom

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6
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What is delayering?

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The removal of one or more levels of hierarchy from an organizational structure

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7
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Describe a hierarchical structure that is tall/narrow.

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Defined layers with specific roles and responsibilities

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8
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List advantages of a tall/narrow hierarchical structure.

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  • Authority and responsibilities are clearly defined
  • Specialist managers can be used effectively
  • Clear route for promotion
  • Easy to manage smaller numbers of people
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9
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What are disadvantages of a tall/narrow hierarchical structure?

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  • Slow to respond to customer needs
  • Difficult horizontal communication
  • Potential for inter-departmental rivalry
  • Workers may feel micromanaged
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10
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Describe a flat/wide hierarchical structure.

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Has few layers in the hierarchy with a wide span of control

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11
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List advantages of a flat/wide hierarchical structure.

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  • Quicker communication
  • Wider span of control
  • Less micromanagement
  • Cost-effective
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12
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What are disadvantages of a flat/wide hierarchical structure?

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  • Unclear route of promotion
  • Undefined authority and responsibilities
  • Managers could lose control
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13
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What is a matrix structure?

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Organized by task, combining vertical chain of command with project/product teams

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14
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List advantages of a matrix structure.

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  • Flexibility and responsiveness to customer needs
  • Specialists can address problems in different ways
  • Project managers are responsible for deadlines and budgets
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15
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What are disadvantages of a matrix structure?

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  • Conflict of loyalty between line and project managers
  • Difficult to monitor independent teams
  • Increased costs from additional managers
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16
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Define centralized organizations.

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Decisions are taken by senior management at the top of the hierarchy

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17
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List advantages of centralized organizations.

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  • Rapid decision-making
  • Consistent policies
  • Decisions made in the best interest of the business
  • Greater economies of scale
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18
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Define decentralized organizations.

A

More authority is given to lower-level workers by delegating decisions

19
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List advantages of decentralized organizations.

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  • Local decisions reflect different conditions
  • Development of junior managers
  • Easier delegation and empowerment
  • Quicker decision-making
20
Q

What is a line manager?

A

Manager with direct authority over people, decisions, and resources

21
Q

What is a staff manager?

A

Specialist who provides support to senior managers without authority over anyone

22
Q

Define intrapreneur.

A

Business employee who takes responsibility for turning an idea into a profitable venture

23
Q

What are formal communication networks?

A

Official channels and routes used within an organization

24
Q

Describe the chain network.

A

Messages start at the top and work their way down, linked to authoritarian leadership

25
Q

What is the wheel network?

A

Leader at the center of communication with two-way communication ability

26
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What is the circle network?

A

Decentralized structure where each person communicates with only two others

27
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What is the integrated or connected network?

A

Allows for two-way communication between all group members

28
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What are informal communication networks?

A

Unofficial communication that occurs within an organization

29
Q

List barriers to communication.

A
  • Technology failure
  • Communication chain breakdown
  • Inappropriate choice of medium
  • Long communication channels
  • Receiver forgets
  • Misleading or incomplete messages
  • Poor attitude towards communication
  • Unmotivated workers
  • Physical reasons (noise, distance)

Medium refers to emails, phone call etc

30
Q

List strategies to reduce barriers to communication.

A
  • Keep communication channels short
  • Ensure clarity and detail in messages
  • Provide feedback options
  • Ensure appropriate physical conditions
31
Q

What is the impact of leadership on a business?

A

Clear direction and vision that others will follow

32
Q

List qualities of effective leadership.

A
  • Creative and entrepreneurial
  • Authoritarian when needed
  • Easy to approach
  • Charismatic
  • Confident
33
Q

What are the roles of directors in a business?

A

Senior managers elected by shareholders, usually head of a functional area

34
Q

What is the difference between a manager and a supervisor?

A

Managers have authority and responsibility, while supervisors oversee a small group without decision-making authority

35
Q

What is the Great Man theory?

A

Leaders are born with inherent traits and abilities

36
Q

What does Trait theory suggest?

A

People are born with the ability to lead based on specific traits

37
Q

What are the three sets of skills in Behavioral theory?

A
  • Technical skills
  • Human skills
  • Conceptual skills
38
Q

What is Contingency theory?

A

Successful leaders adapt their style to different situations

39
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What are the two sources of personal power according to Power and Influence theory?

A
  • Expert knowledge of the leader
  • Charm of the leader
40
Q

What is transactional leadership?

A

Employees take on tasks in exchange for rewards

41
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What is transformational leadership?

A

Focuses on leading and changing organizational culture for improved performance

42
Q

Define emotional intelligence (EI).

A

Understanding oneself, goals, behavior, and how to respond to others

43
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List Goleman’s competencies of emotional intelligence.

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  • Self-awareness
  • Self-management
  • Social awareness
  • Social skills