MEM Leadership And Organizational Behavior 2

Question 1

An engineering manager notices that a high-performing team member has become disengaged after being passed over for promotion. Which leadership approach best addresses this situation?

Accepted Answer

Have a private coaching conversation to understand concerns and realign development goals

Answer

A private coaching conversation allows the leader to diagnose root causes and co-create a path forward, addressing both emotional and career development needs.

Question 2

In Tuckman's model of group development, which stage is characterized by conflict over roles, goals, and leadership authority?

Accepted Answer

Storming

Answer

The Storming stage involves interpersonal conflicts and power struggles as team members assert their perspectives and negotiate roles.

Question 3

A transformational leader primarily motivates followers by:

Accepted Answer

Appealing to higher ideals and inspiring a shared vision

Answer

Transformational leadership elevates followers' motivations by connecting work to a compelling vision and appealing to intrinsic values.

Question 4

Which organizational structure gives engineers dual reporting lines — one to a functional manager and one to a project manager?

Accepted Answer

Matrix organization

Answer

A matrix structure creates dual authority so that functional expertise and project accountability coexist, which is common in engineering-intensive firms.

Question 5

According to Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, which of the following is a hygiene factor rather than a motivator?

Accepted Answer

Company policy and administration

Answer

Hygiene factors like company policy prevent dissatisfaction but do not actively motivate employees when present.

MEM - Master of Engineering Management Practice Test

MEM - Master of Engineering Management Practice Test

MEM Leadership And Organizational Behavior 2