CPRE Strategic Leadership and Governance 2

Question 1

When setting organizational priorities, which strategic planning framework uses vision, mission, goals, objectives, and action steps in a hierarchical structure?

Accepted Answer

Strategic plan hierarchy

Answer

A strategic plan hierarchy moves from broad aspirational vision through mission and goals down to measurable objectives and specific action steps.

Question 2

A park executive who uses data to demonstrate the economic impact of parks to elected officials is engaging in:

Accepted Answer

Evidence-based advocacy

Answer

Evidence-based advocacy uses research and data to make a compelling case to decision-makers for resources, policies, or support.

Question 3

Succession planning in a park agency involves:

Accepted Answer

Identifying and developing future leaders to fill key roles when vacancies occur

Answer

Succession planning ensures organizational continuity by preparing internal candidates to assume leadership responsibilities when key positions become vacant.

Question 4

The balanced scorecard approach to measuring agency performance evaluates outcomes across how many primary perspectives?

Accepted Answer

Four

Answer

The balanced scorecard measures performance from four perspectives: financial, customer, internal processes, and learning and growth.

Question 5

When a park director faces conflicting demands from elected officials, community groups, and staff simultaneously, the appropriate leadership approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Apply stakeholder analysis to understand interests and facilitate transparent, values-based decisions

Answer

Stakeholder analysis helps leaders understand each group's interests, power, and influence, enabling transparent decision-making grounded in the agency's mission.

CPRE - Certified Park and Recreation Executive Practice Test

CPRE - Certified Park and Recreation Executive Practice Test

CPRE Strategic Leadership and Governance 2