CED Leadership & Strategic Management 3

Question 1

Which leadership theory holds that effective leadership depends on matching style to the developmental level of followers?

Accepted Answer

Situational Leadership Theory

Answer

Situational Leadership Theory (Hersey & Blanchard) prescribes directing, coaching, supporting, or delegating based on follower readiness.

Question 2

A Certified Executive Director is conducting an environmental scan. Which tool systematically examines Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Environmental, and Legal factors?

Accepted Answer

PESTEL Analysis

Answer

PESTEL Analysis is the standard macro-environmental scanning framework examining six external factor categories.

Question 3

An organization's strategy execution is failing despite a sound strategic plan. The MOST likely root cause is:

Accepted Answer

Poor alignment between strategy, structure, systems, and culture

Answer

Strategy execution fails most often when organizational design elements — structure, systems, people, and culture — are misaligned with strategic priorities.

Question 4

In the context of nonprofit governance, what is the executive director's PRIMARY responsibility regarding the board of directors?

Accepted Answer

To implement board-approved strategy and keep the board appropriately informed

Answer

The ED serves as the board's operational partner — implementing approved strategy, managing staff, and ensuring the board has information needed to govern effectively.

Question 5

Which concept describes a leader's ability to understand and manage their own emotions while also recognizing and influencing others' emotions?

Accepted Answer

Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

Answer

Emotional Intelligence (Goleman) encompasses self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills — critical for executive leadership.

(CED) Certified Executive Director Practice Test

(CED) Certified Executive Director Practice Test

CED Leadership & Strategic Management 3