MBA Management 2

Question 1

Which management theory emphasizes that there is no single best way to manage and that the optimal approach depends on situational factors?

Accepted Answer

Contingency Theory

Answer

Contingency Theory holds that the best managerial approach depends on internal and external situational variables.

Question 2

A manager sets clear performance targets, rewards employees who meet them, and corrects those who do not. This best describes which leadership style?

Accepted Answer

Transactional

Answer

Transactional leadership uses a reward-and-correction system based on performance against set targets.

Question 3

In Maslow's hierarchy, which need must typically be satisfied before an employee is motivated by esteem needs?

Accepted Answer

Social/belonging needs

Answer

In Maslow's hierarchy, social/belonging needs (Level 3) must be met before esteem needs (Level 4) become motivating.

Question 4

Which decision-making model assumes that managers have limited information, cognitive capacity, and time, leading them to choose a 'good enough' solution?

Accepted Answer

Bounded Rationality Model

Answer

The Bounded Rationality Model, introduced by Herbert Simon, describes 'satisficing' behavior under cognitive constraints.

Question 5

An organization redesigns its workflow so that each employee performs multiple tasks end-to-end rather than a narrow repetitive step. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Job enrichment

Answer

Job enrichment expands roles vertically, giving employees more varied, meaningful tasks and greater autonomy.

MBA - Degree Master of Business Administration Practice Test

MBA - Degree Master of Business Administration Practice Test

MBA Management 2