Which of the following is an example of an organization?
a. The Department of Education
b. Kuwait technical college's football team
c. Starbucks
d. All of these choices
d. All of these choices
T/F: External environment is everything outside an organization’s boundaries that might affect it.
true
T/F: Decision making is the cornerstone of planning.
true
T/F: Managers make decisions about problems but not opportunities
False
T/F: Eiffel tower can grow over 6 inches taller in the summer time.
True, because metal expands with heat.
List 3 examples of PHYSICAL resources that may be found in KDD
raw materials.
an office building
robotic welder
The ____ dimension refers to the methods available for converting resources into products and services.
a. task
b. sociocultural
c. technological
d. political
c. technological
____ is the act of choosing one alternative from many.
Decision making
Yum Brands is expanding its Chinese presence into smaller cities like Yiyang and Zhengzhou because larger cities are saturated. This is an example of a ____ decision.
a.nonprogrammed
b.rational
c.ethical
d.programmed
nonprogrammed
___ never spoils.
Hint: It's an edible item.
Honey
T/F: Abdulrahman has strong diagnostic skills. He is good at developing a big picture perspective.
True
T/F: Task environments are the same from organization to organization because each company functions in the same global environment.
False
You have decided to go into business for yourself. On your bank loan application, you state that you intend to open a flower shop in Mayar Shuwaikh Mall. What does this statement on your loan application represent?
A mission statement
The first step in the decision-making process is
recognizing and defining the situation.
Which animal can't walk backwards?
Kangaroo
The primary purpose of the management process is to achieve organizational goals _____ and _____ .
The primary purpose of the management process is to achieve organizational goals efficiently and effectively.
Define Sociocultural forces
- are the customs and values of the society within which the firm is operating
- are part of the general environment
- influence consumers' tastes and preferences
Abyat's marketing department could set a ____ to create a digital advertisement for a sale within the next two weeks
a.tactical goal
b. mission statement
c. operational goal
d. strategic goal
operational goal
The decision maker faces the conditions of ___, ___ and uncertainty.
The decision maker faces the conditions of certainty, risk and uncertainty.
This country has more lakes than the rest of the world combined.
Canada
Give an example one type of skill for each category:
1- technical skills
2- interpersonal skills
3- diagnostic skills.
Technical Skills
Example: Using Excel to create financial reports.
Interpersonal Skills
Example: Communicating effectively with team members during a group project.
Diagnostic Skills
Example: Analyzing the cause of a drop in employee performance and identifying possible solutions.
What does the task environment include?
The task environment includes competitors, customers, suppliers, strategic partners, and regulators.
A good goal is SMART, what does SMART stand for?
A good goal is specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).
SMART Criteria:
1️⃣ Specific – Clearly defines what needs to be achieved.
2️⃣ Measurable – Includes criteria to track progress and success.
3️⃣ Achievable – Realistic given available resources and constraints.
4️⃣ Relevant – Aligned with broader objectives or personal aspirations.
5️⃣ Time-bound – Has a clear deadline or timeframe for completion.
Define programmed decisions and provide an example.
Programmed decision: One that is fairly structured or recurs with some frequency, or both.
When the bell rings at a firehouse, the firefighters make programmed decisions.
This famous artist is known for cutting off part of his own ear.
Vincent van Gogh