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Identify four types of departmentalization and give an example of each type. |
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Explain the difference between groups and teams. |
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What are self-managed work teams and what tasks might they perform that traditionally are performed by managers? |
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Explain how delegating authority, responsibility, and accountability are related. |
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Distinguish between centralization and decentralization. Under what circumstances is each appropriate? |
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Define span of management. Why do some organizations have narrow spans and others wide spans? |
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Discuss the different forms of organizational structure. What are the primary advantages and disadvantages of each form? |
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Discuss the role of the grapevine within organizations. How can managers use it to further the goals of the firm? |
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How have technological advances made electronic oversight a necessity in many companies? |
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Discuss how an organization's culture might influence its ability to achieve its objectives. Do you think that managers can "manage" the organization's culture? |
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