Question 1

Once in the position,a new employee needs to be allowed time to understand the decision-making structure and process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Job enrichment is an extension of the ideas developed by Abraham Maslow and Frederick Herzberg.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

"To communicate to employees how their job fits into the big picture" is a way for managers to meet the expectations of employees with respect to work that challenges them and fits into their career aspirations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

To view people as being motivated by a variety of rewards beyond monetary compensation is a behaviour exhibited by Theory Y managers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Managers with good technical and analytical skills are able to visualize,understand,and communicate the big picture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Julie has worked for the Rarwick Corporation for several years.Recently,management recognized her as one of her company's best workers.Her fellow employees respect and admire her,and she feels good about herself.The type of needs that are likely to motivate Julie in the future are:

Accepted Answer

A)  social needs. 
B)  self-actualization needs. 
C)  physiological needs. 
D)  safety needs.

Question 7

A potential near-term impact of this short-term management approach,referred to as "short-termism",is that talent development costs are viewed more as operational expense than capital investment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

As with investment decisions relating to equipment and/or a building,the ________ of an organization's human resource assets require a significant up-front investment on the part of an organization.

Accepted Answer

A)  attraction and selection 
B)  recruitment and training 
C)  recruitment and advancement 
D)  recruitment and development 
E)  attraction and development

Question 9

A potential near-term impact of this short-term management approach,referred to as "short-termism",is:

Accepted Answer

A)  Hiring is viewed as a potentially profit-reducing expense 
B)  Organizations tend to increase their emphasis on talent management strategies 
C)  Planning focuses on strategic plans 
D)  A focus on leadership and development 
E)  A focus on long-term strategic and operational health

Question 10

Leadership skills are all about inspiring others to achieve identified levels of expectations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Successful firms balance the needs of all stakeholders,and manage the organization in a manner which ensures its survival today,but protects its long-term competitiveness and sustainability going forward.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Managers with good conceptual skills are able to visualize,understand,and communicate the big picture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

"Trust and respect" is one of the fundamental things which managers can,and should,keep in mind when looking to work with,enhance the productivity of,and motivate their employees.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

What two bases of power do managers have at their disposal?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What two bases of power do managers...

Question 15

A key component of this strategic approach to human resource management is recognizing that managers need to spend more time on talent development.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

To view people as liking work is a behaviour exhibited by Theory Y managers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

What is position power and provide an example?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is position power and provide an...

Question 18

"Authorize" is one of the fundamental things which managers can,and should,keep in mind when looking to work with,enhance the productivity of,and motivate their employees.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Non-health related fringe benefits are perceived as a nuisance by employers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Creating and maintaining a positive work environment requires a _______,__________ approach on the part of managers.

Accepted Answer

A)  organized; responsible 
B)  constant; methodical 
C)  consistent; responsible 
D)  consistent; methodical 
E)  frequent, methodical

Exam 8: Developing Your Business Structure and Culture

Once in the position,a new employee needs to be allowed time to understand the decision-making structure and process.

Job enrichment is an extension of the ideas developed by Abraham Maslow and Frederick Herzberg.

"To communicate to employees how their job fits into the big picture" is a way for managers to meet the expectations of employees with respect to work that challenges them and fits into their career aspirations.

To view people as being motivated by a variety of rewards beyond monetary compensation is a behaviour exhibited by Theory Y managers.

Managers with good technical and analytical skills are able to visualize,understand,and communicate the big picture.

Julie has worked for the Rarwick Corporation for several years.Recently,management recognized her as one of her company's best workers.Her fellow employees respect and admire her,and she feels good about herself.The type of needs that are likely to motivate Julie in the future are:

A potential near-term impact of this short-term management approach,referred to as "short-termism",is that talent development costs are viewed more as operational expense than capital investment.

As with investment decisions relating to equipment and/or a building,the ________ of an organization's human resource assets require a significant up-front investment on the part of an organization.

A potential near-term impact of this short-term management approach,referred to as "short-termism",is:

Leadership skills are all about inspiring others to achieve identified levels of expectations.

Successful firms balance the needs of all stakeholders,and manage the organization in a manner which ensures its survival today,but protects its long-term competitiveness and sustainability going forward.

Managers with good conceptual skills are able to visualize,understand,and communicate the big picture.

"Trust and respect" is one of the fundamental things which managers can,and should,keep in mind when looking to work with,enhance the productivity of,and motivate their employees.

What two bases of power do managers have at their disposal?

A key component of this strategic approach to human resource management is recognizing that managers need to spend more time on talent development.

To view people as liking work is a behaviour exhibited by Theory Y managers.

What is position power and provide an example?

"Authorize" is one of the fundamental things which managers can,and should,keep in mind when looking to work with,enhance the productivity of,and motivate their employees.

Non-health related fringe benefits are perceived as a nuisance by employers.

Creating and maintaining a positive work environment requires a _,____ approach on the part of managers.