CPRE Leadership and Strategic Management 2

Question 1

Organizational change management is most likely to succeed when leaders:

Accepted Answer

Communicate a clear vision, involve stakeholders, and address concerns early

Answer

Successful change management requires clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and proactive handling of resistance throughout the process.

Question 2

A key principle of evidence-based management in parks and recreation is:

Accepted Answer

Using data, research, and outcomes to inform decisions

Answer

Evidence-based management applies the best available data, research findings, and performance outcomes to guide organizational decisions.

Question 3

In public park agencies, which governance model separates policy-making from administration?

Accepted Answer

Council-manager model

Answer

The council-manager model assigns policy-making to elected officials while professional managers handle day-to-day administration.

Question 4

A park executive preparing a board presentation on strategic priorities should focus on:

Accepted Answer

High-level outcomes, community impact, and policy-level decisions

Answer

Board presentations should focus on strategic policy-level information and community outcomes rather than operational details.

Question 5

Which performance management approach aligns individual employee goals directly with organizational strategic objectives?

Accepted Answer

Management by Objectives

Answer

Management by Objectives links individual performance targets to organizational goals, ensuring alignment between personal and agency priorities.

CPRE - Certified Park and Recreation Executive Practice Test