STRATEGIC MGMT

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

The control process requires the following types of information Reasons , Planned performance , Variances

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur

Select The Blank Question potential leaders Correct Answer

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify Psychologists

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

The major issues of appraisal system are Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

An approach that strives to follow ethical principles and percepts is Moral management

Select The Blank Question production process Correct Answer

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the Flotilla concept

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Macro environment Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic

True/False Question sacrifices. Correct Answer

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term FALSE

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

A pictorial depiction of various outcomes of a decision is decision tree

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer infrastructure , import-export

Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation,

True/False

Question Correct Answer

Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. FALSE

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question develop stronger relationship with them is Correct Answer

A strategy used to learn more about customers need & behaviours in order to CRM

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

The reasons for acquisition are Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

In SWOT , S stands for favorable condition in the organization's environment.

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for competitive advantage profile

Select The Blank Question category of goal. Correct Answer

Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ internal transformation

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer technology

supplier & technological environment is concerned with quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Corporate strategy ensures fit between the firm and its environment

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

It refers to the relatively more durable company arrangements and relationships Structure

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Mission philosophy, public image

True/False

Question commercial firm. Correct Answer

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a FALSE

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Standardisation

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Program is a combination of goals , policies , procedures

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems

Select The Blank Question non-producing Correct Answer

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of Traditional

Select The Blank Question levels. Correct Answer

In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area Delegation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Secondary sources of information are newspapers, magazines, journals etc.

True/False Question performance is compared. Correct Answer

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual TRUE

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

________ is the company's most critical and scarest resource. Capital

True/False Question Correct Answer

Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. FALSE

True/False Question number Correct Answer

Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in TRUE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping

Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis Corporate parenting Heartland business

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities Difference between desired and projected performance Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Select The Blank Question by________. Correct Answer

Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market more usage

True/False Question Correct Answer

Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. TRUE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness

Match The Following Question 4 Ps are Sources of funds The retrieval and usage of information The Personnel System

Correct Answer Product, Price, Place, Promotion Factor leading to financial capability Factor leading to Information Management Capability Factor leading to Personnel Capability

True/False Question Correct Answer

Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". FALSE

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Associated external agencies means channel members, customers, suppliers etc.

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Performance is affected by Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles

True/False Question Correct Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. FALSE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer competence of each other

Factors encouraging joint ventures are uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question liquidity, risk and profitability is Correct Answer

The objective to maximize value of the enterprize by striking a mean between Receivables planning

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

T in SWOT, refers to unfavorable conditions in external environment.

Select The Blank Question Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense. Correct Answer counteroffensive

True/False Question be made Correct Answer

Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to TRUE

SECOND PAPER True/False Question Correct Answer

Getting new users is a position defense strategy. FALSE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer infrastructure , import-export

Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation,

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question operates Correct Answer

This strategic posture plays a leadership role in establishing how the industry Shapers

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is based on a trigger mechanism for rapid response and immediate reassessment of strategy in the light of sudden and unexpected events Correct Answer Emergency alert contriol

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Business is rated on which dimensions Market attractiveness , Business strength

True/False Question Correct Answer

Focused company is generally protected from competition. TRUE

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question environment Correct Answer

At this level , the effort is directed at assessing the consistency of strategy with the Strategic evaluation

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative.

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

A major part of strategy implementation is resource allocation

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General Electric Matrix is divided into how many cells 9

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Measures to take corrective action Reformulate strategies , Checking performance , Standard check

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

The traditional approach towards uncertainity is Binary

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Principles to manage strategic alliances are clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy

True/False Question Correct Answer

Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. FALSE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Different kinds of information systems are Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A network of facilities and distribution that performs the functions of procurement of materials trasforming into intermediate and finished products & distributing them to customers is Correct Answer Supply chains

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Financial environment is concerned with demand & supply of money, capital markets

Select The Blank Question business fit together. Correct Answer

________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of Business

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question is Correct Answer

Degree to which the decision maker is accountable for the outcomes of the decision accountability

True/False Question influences that surround and affect it." Correct Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and TRUE

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Economics of scale requires ________. high market share

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders

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Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

In SWOT , S stands for favorable condition in the organization's environment.

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

W in SWOT stands for inherent inadequacy of organization

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

The tool used for future decision making in 'True Ambiguity' scenario is Non-linear dynamic model

Match The Following Question Comparative analysis is Benchmarking is

Correct Answer historical analysis competitive analysis

Michael Hammer & James Chapy GDP stands for

Reengineering gross domestic product

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

The culture of a company is conveyed through Rites , Myths , Rituals

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Core ideology core values , core purpose

True/False Question Correct Answer

According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. TRUE

Select The Blank Question drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, Self-awareness

True/False Question Correct Answer

Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective action TRUE

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis

Select The Blank Question ________category of goal. Correct Answer

A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is role model

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. vertical ( forward )

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff

True/False Question an indication of superior performance Correct Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is TRUE

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Responsibility towards society & community includes - Avoiding bad, smoky chimneys, & pollution of any kind and abiding by the Correct Answer Environment Protection Act

True/False Question Correct Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change TRUE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative.

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Horizontal integration is concerned with product lines

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

They have time based utility Goals , Resources

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Time

Match The Following Question Programs Policies Procedures Rules

Correct Answer Combination of goals, policies, rules General statements and understanding which, guide thinking in decision-making Are plans and a guide to action Spell out specific action or non-action

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer information

Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning ) Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

It concentrates on organisation design and work flow Flotilla

True/False Question Correct Answer

Divestiture is opposed to diversification. FALSE

THIRD PAPER

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer capabilities , what the organization strives for.

Strategic intent obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources &

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question operates Correct Answer

This strategic posture plays a leadership role in establishing how the industry Shapers

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Personal

True/False Question Correct Answer

Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective action TRUE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative.

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Strategic management is concerned with long- range planning

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for competitive advantage profile

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question pursuing a given strategy Correct Answer

At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is Operational evaluation

True/False Question performance is compared. Correct Answer

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual TRUE

True/False Question Correct Answer

According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. TRUE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Criteria for making an evaluation are Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Control mechanism , Departmentalisation

True/False Question Correct Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change TRUE

True/False Question systems in various degrees Correct Answer

Change in company structure from divisional to matrix also mean changes in the TRUE

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Standardisation

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

The reasons for acquisition are Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question evaluation and control Correct Answer

They are ultimately responsible for all the administrative aspects of strategic Chief executive

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative.

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Responsibility towards society & community includes - Avoiding bad, smoky chimneys, & pollution of any kind and abiding by the Correct Answer Environment Protection Act

Match The Following

Question Premise control Emergency alert control evaluation Strategic evaluation Rely on short term assessment

Correct Answer Identifies key assumptions Type of strategic control Effectiveness of strategy Barrier in evaluation

True/False Question Correct Answer

Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. FALSE

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Motivation

True/False Question degrees Correct Answer

Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various TRUE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping

True/False Question an indication of superior performance Correct Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is TRUE

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The cornerstone of financial planning process of all organizations because of the cost, control and risk considerations which influence overall value of the firm is Correct Answer Capital structure planning

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

W in SWOT stands for inherent inadequacy of organization

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time

Select The Blank Question category of goal. Correct Answer

Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ internal transformation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Mass media includes radio, TV, internet etc.

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Secondary sources of information are newspapers, magazines, journals etc.

Select The Blank Question potential leaders Correct Answer

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify Psychologists

Select The Blank Question Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense. Correct Answer counteroffensive

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Contractual entry modes are licensing / franchising

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Attack strategies are frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

market research is conducted by by employees , by research agencies , by consultants

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Top Management

True/False Question Correct Answer

Getting new users is a position defense strategy. FALSE

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Strategic management deals with Business process

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Financial environment is concerned with demand & supply of money, capital markets

Match The Following Question Fit Vision mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals

True/False Question Correct Answer

Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. TRUE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer Fourth Paper

Various phases of Growth are Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Personal

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Strategic business Units

True/False Question Correct Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. FALSE

Select The Blank Question potential leaders Correct Answer

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify Psychologists

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of analyzing, dividing and arranging work or activities into manageable portion for individuals, sections & departments Correct Answer departmentation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Core purpose mission

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

An approach that strives to follow ethical principles and percepts is Moral management

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision

True/False Question Correct Answer

Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective action TRUE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

It enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right time Premise control

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Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Top Management

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

These following factors determine the desire of risk Strategies , Resources

True/False

Question Correct Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. FALSE

Select The Blank Question Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense. Correct Answer counteroffensive

True/False Question Correct Answer

Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. FALSE

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Strategic management deals with Business process

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Motivation

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer competence of each other

Factors encouraging joint ventures are uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Measures to take corrective action Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Strategic management is concerned with long- range planning

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Associated external agencies means channel members, customers, suppliers etc.

True/False Question Correct Answer

Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. FALSE

True/False Question

Focused company is generally protected from competition.

Correct Answer

TRUE

True/False Question Correct Answer

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. FALSE

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director

Match The Following Question Board of Directors Profit centers S.B.U.s are more focused on their Manufacturing strategy

Correct Answer Link between company & external environment S.B.U. s Product line/business Productivity

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer technology

supplier & technological environment is concerned with quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of

Select The Blank Question non-producing Correct Answer

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of Traditional

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It provides a way to bring in the people dimension in macro company analysis without using psychological models of human behaviour Correct Answer Culture

True/False Question an indication of superior performance Correct Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is TRUE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Principles to manage strategic alliances are clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

Secondary sources of information are newspapers, magazines, journals etc.

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Merger takes place between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates

True/False Question sacrifices. Correct Answer

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term FALSE

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question type of people in right number is Correct Answer

The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right Man-power planning

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

It refers to the relatively more durable company arrangements and relationships Structure

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Performance is affected by Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff

Match The Following Question Fit Vision mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer infrastructure , import-export

Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation,

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer disaster if inappropriate

A Company's strategy Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer

Niche marketing means end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer

In SWOT , S stands for favorable condition in the organization's environment.

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer Strategy Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Control should involve________ amount of information. Minimum Maximum

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right time Correct Answer Premise control Your Answer Strategic surveillance Match The Following Question Maintain strategy Market follower are Market challenger are Turnaround strategy

Correct Answer stable environment imitator bypass attack V.R.S.

Your Answer diversification bypass attack imitator differentiation

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. common enemy competitive

Match The Following Question Marketing a product Environmental Analysis Swot Analysis Marketing strategy

Correct Answer Mass segmentation

Your Answer Availability of resources Life cycle considerations Product formulated

Social, Political, legal & technology

Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies Life cycle considerations Mass segmentation

True/False Question machine hours. Correct Answer Your Answer

HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer strategy Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A strategy used to learn more about customers need & behaviours in order to develop stronger relationship with them is Correct Answer CRM Your Answer CRM True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The super structure indicates ways in which company's tasks are integrated or coordinated True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Retrenchment strategy means Correct Answer contraction of business activities Your Answer contraction of business activities Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting , Division of labour Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture takes the current industry structure and its future evolution as given and then react to the opportunities the market offers Correct Answer Adapters Your Answer Options Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Your Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. False

Your Answer

True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture invests sufficiently to stay in the race but avoids pre-mature commitments Correct Answer Reserve the right to play Your Answer Reserve the right to play Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Your Answer Checking performance , Formulate plans , Standard check Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Intelligence , Information , Expertise Your Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Personal Personal

The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routined & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions Your Answer operational decisions Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Export entry modes are Correct Answer direct/indirect export Your Answer direct/indirect export Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It provides a way to bring in the people dimension in macro company analysis without using psychological models of human behaviour Correct Answer Culture Your Answer Class Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Myths True/False Question Correct Answer

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False

Your Answer

True

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilities Correct Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Your Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Integrity Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. more usage more usage

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Traditional Mathematical

Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question They have time based utility Correct Answer Goals , Resources Your Answer Goals , Resources Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Limitations of Traditional cost accounting are Correct Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Your Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis SWOT analysis

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Niche marketing means Correct Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Your Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , research specialist Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They are ultimately responsible for all the administrative aspects of strategic evaluation and control Correct Answer Chief executive Your Answer Board of directors Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Delegation Direction

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Your Answer Civic Model , Austere Model , Vendors Model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The cornerstone of financial planning process of all organizations because of the cost, control and risk considerations which influence overall value of the firm is Correct Answer Capital structure planning Your Answer Capital structure planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Horizontal integration is concerned with Correct Answer product lines Your Answer product lines Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It concentrates on organisation design and work flow Correct Answer Flotilla Your Answer Flotilla Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture takes the current industry structure and its future evolution as given and then react to the opportunities the market offers Correct Answer Adapters Your Answer Adapters True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Systems

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur , Identifies quality and productivity from a production process Match The Following Question Comparative analysis is Benchmarking is Michael Hammer & James Chapy GDP stands for

Correct Answer historical analysis competitive analysis Reengineering gross domestic product

Your Answer value chain analysis historical analysis competitive analysis gross domestic product

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. True True

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It provides a way to bring in the people dimension in macro company analysis without using psychological models of human behaviour Correct Answer Culture Your Answer Culture Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Psychologists Psychologists

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Flotilla concept

Your Answer

Flotilla concept

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Expansion strategy means Correct Answer growth Your Answer growth Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer trends and rate of change of technology , quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer Board of director True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question machine hours. Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure True True

HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & False False

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Match The Following Question Programs

Correct Answer Combination of goals, policies, rules

Your Answer Combination of goals, policies, rules General

Policies General statements and understanding which, guide thinking in decision-making statements and understanding which, guide thinking in decision-making Procedures Rules Are plans and a guide to action Are plans and a guide to action

Spell out specific action or non-action Spell out specific action or non-action

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilities Correct Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Your Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Focused company is generally protected from competition. True False

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

Economics of scale requires ________. high market share high market share

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time Time

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Export entry modes are Correct Answer direct/indirect export Your Answer direct/indirect export True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning ) Correct Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Your Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False

The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? False False

Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in number True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation Your Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Question Correct Answer Your Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Traditional Traditional This strategic posture invests sufficiently to stay in the race but avoids pre-mature commitments Reserve the right to play Reserve the right to play

Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure True True

Divestiture is opposed to diversification. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Your Answer Distorted resource allocation , Leadership , Wrong motivational styles Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis performance Corporate parenting Heartland business

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Difference between desired and projected performance Difference between desired and projected

Managing SBU's by a corporate Misfit with understanding of critical success factors Give the highest priority Give the highest priority

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. vertical ( backward ) integration vertical ( backward ) integration

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer market reaction , taxes , availability of buyers Your Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Traditional Traditional

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to formal and informal rules, regulations and procedures that complements the company structure Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Systems Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer Barrier in evaluation Identifies key assumptions Type of strategic control Type of strategic control Effectiveness of strategy

Rely on short term assessment Barrier in evaluation Premise control Identifies key assumptions

Emergency alert control evaluation Strategic evaluation Effectiveness of strategy

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario is Correct Answer Technology forecasting Your Answer Technology forecasting

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB IR, OB

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer Few stars , More dogs Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Strategy Strategy

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Statistical quality control

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Horizontal integration is concerned with Correct Answer product lines Your Answer product lines True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The super structure indicates ways in which company's tasks are integrated or coordinated True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The cornerstone of financial planning process of all organizations because of the cost, control and risk considerations which influence overall value of the firm is Correct Answer Capital structure planning Your Answer Capital structure planning True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made True True

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Labour Labour

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Flotilla concept Flotilla concept

________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together. Business Business

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Your Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Division of labour , Departmentalisation

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False False

A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________ integration. horizontal horizontal

Divestiture is opposed to diversification. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this level , the effort is directed at assessing the consistency of strategy with the environment Correct Answer Strategic evaluation Your Answer Strategic evaluation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The objective to maximize value of the enterprize by striking a mean between liquidity, risk and profitability is Correct Answer Receivables planning Your Answer Receivables planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis performance Corporate parenting Heartland business

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities Difference between desired and projected

Difference between desired and projected performance

Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Managing SBU's by a corporate

Give the highest priority

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic

Your Answer

Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Select The Blank Question Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer Time Your Answer Goals

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Select The Blank Question ________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Correct Answer Flotilla concept Your Answer Systems approach

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Contractual entry modes are Correct Answer licensing / franchising Your Answer joint venture/alliances with MNCs

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination

True/False Question Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. Correct Answer False Your Answer False

True/False Question The super structure indicates ways in which company's tasks are integrated or coordinated Correct Answer True Your Answer True True/False

Question The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and affect it." Correct Answer True Your Answer True

Select The Blank Question ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Self-awareness

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These people are charged with the responsibility of continuous screening of performance? Correct Answer Audit committee Your Answer Audit committee Select The Blank Question Economics of scale requires ________. Correct Answer high market share Your Answer high market share

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It provides a way to bring in the people dimension in macro company analysis without using psychological models of human behaviour Correct Answer Culture Your Answer Culture

Select The Blank Question ________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer

structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , simulation

True/False Question Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. Correct Answer False Your Answer False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the most important feature in the implementation of strategic management Correct Answer leadership Your Answer planning system

True/False Question Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. Correct Answer False Your Answer True

True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is used extensively in organisation and is concerned with action or performance Correct Answer Operational control Your Answer Operational control

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer 4 Ps are Product, Price, Place, Promotion Product, Price, Place, Promotion Sources of funds

Factor leading to financial capability Factor leading to financial capability The retrieval and usage of information Factor leading to Information Management Capability Value chain analysis The Personnel System Factor leading to Personnel Capability Factor leading to Personnel Capability

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer 7-S Framework Skills, super ordinate goals, structure Skills, super ordinate goals, structure Alternate futures Option valuation model Option valuation model Staffing Acquiring human resources Acquiring human resources Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Difference between desired and projected performance

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They are ultimately responsible for all the administrative aspects of strategic evaluation and control Correct Answer Chief executive Your Answer Board of directors

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by research agencies , by consultants

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons

Select The Blank Question A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. Correct Answer

vertical ( forward ) Your Answer vertical ( forward )

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rituals , Style

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic

Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer core competence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A major part of strategy implementation is Correct Answer resource allocation Your Answer budgets

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Expansion strategy means Correct Answer growth Your Answer growth

Select The Blank Question Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Correct Answer Standardisation Your Answer Goals

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer what the organization strives for. , concept of optimization

True/False Question Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. Correct Answer True Your Answer False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Dogs , Question marks

Select The Blank Question ________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Correct Answer Self-discipline Your Answer Self-discipline

True/False Question The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and affect it." Correct Answer True Your Answer True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength , Profit margin

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture takes the current industry structure and its future evolution as given and then react to the opportunities the market offers Correct Answer Adapters Your Answer Shapers

Select The Blank Question ________ is the company's most critical and scarest resource. Correct Answer Capital Your Answer Infrastructure

True/False Question Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure Correct Answer True Your Answer True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer cost reduction

Select The Blank Question Control should involve________ amount of information. Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer Maximum

True/False Question Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in number Correct Answer True Your Answer True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to the relatively more durable company arrangements and relationships Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Structure LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc.

True/False Question Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. Correct Answer False Your Answer True

True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market

True/False Question Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. Correct Answer False Your Answer False

True/False Question Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure Correct Answer True Your Answer True

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Crisis Management

Your Answer leads to organisational learning Balanced approach to evaluation Another method of implementation control

leads to organisational learning

Milestone review Another method of implementation control Long and short term controls

Balanced approach to evaluation

Variance Actual and budgeted performance Actual and budgeted performance

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Strategies , Competence , Time

Select The Blank Question ________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Correct Answer Self-discipline Your Answer Self-discipline

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A Large-scale community development project was funded to enable farmers to use local resources effectively by Correct Answer Asian Paints Your Answer ITC Ltd.

Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer SWOT analysis

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength , Competition level

Select The Blank

Question Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Correct Answer Co-ordination Your Answer Centralization

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilities Correct Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Your Answer Technical skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient , Integrity

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , simulation , single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis

True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. Correct Answer False Your Answer True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Merger takes place Correct Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Your Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of analyzing, dividing and arranging work or activities into manageable portion for individuals, sections & departments Correct Answer departmentation Your Answer policy framing

Select The Blank Question Factors leading to personnel capability are________. Correct Answer IR, OB Your Answer IR, OB

Select The Blank Question Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Correct Answer Psychologists Your Answer Psychologists

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , impact of organization on each sector , trends and rate of change of technology

True/False Question Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. Correct Answer False Your Answer True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Chartered accountant , Auditor , Financial controller

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Vertical integration is concerned with Correct Answer supply chain Your Answer organizational hierarchy

True/False Question The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? Correct Answer False Your Answer False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The strategies which deal with the relative and restricted function for allocation of resources is Correct Answer Funcational streategies Your Answer Internal streategies

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture invests sufficiently to stay in the race but avoids pre-mature commitments Correct Answer Reserve the right to play Your Answer Adapters

Select The Blank Question Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Correct Answer Strategy Your Answer Strategy

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Premise control

Your Answer

Identifies key assumptions Type of strategic control Identifies key assumptions

Emergency alert control evaluation Type of strategic control Strategic evaluation Effectiveness of strategy

Effectiveness of strategy Audit and Executive committee

Rely on short term assessment

Barrier in evaluation

True/False Question Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. Correct Answer False Your Answer False

Select The Blank Question Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Your Answer vertical ( forward )

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc.

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They are ultimately responsible for all the administrative aspects of strategic evaluation and control

Correct Answer Chief executive Your Answer Executive committee

Select The Blank Question ________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Correct Answer Personal Your Answer Personal

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Money , Knowledge

Select The Blank Question ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Emotional quotient

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The objective to maximize value of the enterprize by striking a mean between liquidity, risk and profitability is Correct Answer Receivables planning Your Answer Marketing plan

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management

Select The Blank Question In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Correct Answer Delegation Your Answer Delegation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Investment entry mode are Correct Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Your Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process

Select The Blank Question Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. Correct Answer more usage Your Answer more usage

True/False Question The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior performance Correct Answer True

Your Answer

True

True/False Question Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective action Correct Answer True Your Answer True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategy Correct Answer Crisis Your Answer Crisis LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer philosophy, public image Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Strategies , Resources Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question They have time based utility Correct Answer Goals , Resources Your Answer Goals , Resources Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategy Correct Answer Crisis Your Answer Crisis Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Select The Blank Question ________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together. Correct Answer Business

Your Answer Modular Select The Blank Question Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Your Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer 4 Ps are Product, Price, Place, Promotion Product, Price, Place, Promotion Sources of funds Factor leading to financial capability Factor leading to financial capability The retrieval and usage of information Factor leading to Information Management Capability Factor leading to Information Management Capability The Personnel System Factor leading to Personnel Capability Factor leading to Personnel Capability

Select The Blank Question ETOP stands for ________. Correct Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Your Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Degree to which the decision maker is accountable for the outcomes of the decision is Correct Answer accountability Your Answer accountability True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question ________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Correct Answer Personal Your Answer Personal Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The objective to maximize value of the enterprize by striking a mean between liquidity, risk and profitability is Correct Answer Receivables planning Your Answer Receivables planning True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Your Answer vertical ( forward ) Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Your Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system True/False Question Divestiture is opposed to diversification. Correct Answer False

Your Answer False True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The aim in stability strategies isCorrect Answer move slowly & surely Your Answer move slowly & surely Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Fit SWOT analysis SWOT analysis Vision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. mission what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists. BHAG big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number is Correct Answer Man-power planning Your Answer Man-power planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions True/False Question Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Debt , Equity True/False Question Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. Correct Answer False Your Answer False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Select The Blank Question Control should involve________ amount of information. Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer Minimum True/False Question Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. Correct Answer True Your Answer True True/False Question According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs , Few stars Select The Blank Question Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. Correct Answer concentration strategy Your Answer concentration strategy Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilities Correct Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Your Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Your Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles True/False Question Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms Correct Answer True Your Answer True Select The Blank Question A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________ integration. Correct Answer horizontal Your Answer vertical ( forward) True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer False

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routined & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions Your Answer operational decisions

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer customer & dealers Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Integrates manufacturing with business strategy Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Outer Circle , Middle Circle Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Motivation Inspiration

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer External auditor True/False Question machine hours. Correct Answer Your Answer

HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer cost reduction

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False True

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis product performance analysis

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture invests sufficiently to stay in the race but avoids pre-mature commitments Correct Answer Reserve the right to play Your Answer Reserve the right to play Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline Co-operation

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , communication skills True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture takes the current industry structure and its future evolution as given and then react to the opportunities the market offers Correct Answer Adapters Your Answer Adapters Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Your Answer frontal attack , flank attack , Enrichment attack Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Merger takes place Correct Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Your Answer between a buyer and a seller , to increase growth rates , to end rivalry between the two

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Statistical quality control Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis performance Corporate parenting Heartland business

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities Difference between desired and projected

Difference between desired and projected performance

Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Managing SBU's by a corporate

Give the highest priority

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. True True

Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made True False

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time Possession

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Divestiture is opposed to diversification. False True

Match The Following Question Marketing a product Environmental Analysis Swot Analysis

Correct Answer Mass segmentation

Your Answer Product formulated Social, Political, legal & technology Availability of resources

Social, Political, legal & technology

Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies

Marketing strategy

Life cycle considerations

Product formulated

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of analyzing, dividing and arranging work or activities into manageable portion for individuals, sections & departments Correct Answer departmentation Your Answer policy framing Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Your Answer taxes , availability of buyers , willingness of employees Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Flotilla concept Flotilla concept

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs , Few stars Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , what the organization strives for. , concept of optimization True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. False False

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders Inspectors

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Motivation Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Strategy Strategy

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for competitive advantage profile competitive advantage profile

Match The Following Question Comparative analysis is Benchmarking is Michael Hammer & James Chapy GDP stands for

Correct Answer historical analysis competitive analysis Reengineering gross domestic product

Your Answer historical analysis competitive analysis Reengineering gross domestic product

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Personal Personal

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders Leaders

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Your Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A network of facilities and distribution that performs the functions of procurement of materials trasforming into intermediate and finished products & distributing them to customers is Correct Answer Supply chains Your Answer Supply chains Select The Blank Question Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer Time Your Answer Time Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Turnaround Strategies Retrenchments - either internally or externally Retrenchments - either internally or externally Retrenchment Strategies Contraction of activities through elimination of the scope of one or more of its business Contraction of activities through elimination of the scope of one or more of its business Divestment Strategies Involves the sale or liquidation of a portion of a business Involves the sale or liquidation of a portion of a business Select The Blank Question Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Correct Answer Psychologists Your Answer Psychologists True/False Question Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question Merger takes place Correct Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Your Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Select The Blank Question ________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Statistical quality control Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Individual appraisal Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of analyzing, dividing and arranging work or activities into manageable portion for individuals, sections & departments Correct Answer departmentation Your Answer departmentation Select The Blank Question A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. Correct Answer role model Your Answer role model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Select The Blank Question Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Your Answer vertical ( forward ) Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Concentric diversification means Correct Answer new activity related to existing business Your Answer new activity related to existing business Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Your Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is based on a trigger mechanism for rapid response and immediate reassessment of strategy in the light of sudden and unexpected events Correct Answer Emergency alert contriol Your Answer Emergency alert contriol Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Select The Blank Question The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Correct Answer Labour Your Answer Labour Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Degree to which the decision maker is accountable for the outcomes of the decision is Correct Answer accountability

Your Answer

accountability

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Magnitude of the decision outcome and scope of their impact on the decision maker's domain of activity is Correct Answer significance Your Answer significance True/False Question Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Vertical integration is concerned with Correct Answer supply chain Your Answer supply chain True/False Question The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior performance Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer cost reduction True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. True/False Question Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees Correct Answer True Your Answer True Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer core competence Select The Blank Question A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________ integration. Correct Answer horizontal Your Answer vertical ( forward)

Select The Blank Question ETOP stands for ________. Correct Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Your Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Dogs , Question marks Select The Blank Question ________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Correct Answer Motivation Your Answer Motivation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It provides a way to bring in the people dimension in macro company analysis without using psychological models of human behaviour Correct Answer Culture Your Answer Culture Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning True/False Question The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer internal analysis True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength True/False Question The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and affect it." Correct Answer True Your Answer True Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Programs Combination of goals, policies, rules Combination of goals, policies, rules Policies General statements and understanding which, guide thinking in decision-making General statements and understanding which, guide thinking in decision-making Procedures Are plans and a guide to action Are plans and a guide to action

Rules

Spell out specific action or non-action

Spell out specific action or non-action

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Strategies , Resources Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Your Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles is Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Supply chains Supply chains

Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time True True

Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Time Time

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this level , the effort is directed at assessing the consistency of strategy with the environment Correct Answer Strategic evaluation Your Answer Strategic evaluation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Expertise , Information , Intelligence Your Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Knowledge of the relationships between choices, environment & outcomes is Correct Answer familiarity Your Answer familiarity Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. True True

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing

Correct Answer Your Answer

Traditional Traditional

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the company Correct Answer Staffing Your Answer Staffing Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Statistical quality control Statistical quality control

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The discipline which deals with what is good and bad and which moral obligation is Correct Answer Ethics Your Answer Ethics Match The Following Question Fit Vision or aspires to be. mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis

Your Answer SWOT analysis

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what a company wishes to become

what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals

what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are moves that will pay off irrespective of what happens in the future Correct Answer No-regret moves Your Answer No-regret moves Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They are ultimately responsible for all the administrative aspects of strategic evaluation and control Correct Answer Chief executive Your Answer Chief executive Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer potentials and competencies of organization.

Select The Blank Question ________ defense. Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of counteroffensive counteroffensive

A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. role model role model

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Division of labour , Departmentalisation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the most important feature in the implementation of strategic management Correct Answer leadership Your Answer leadership Select The Blank Question self and others. Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on Self-awareness Emotional quotient

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. more usage more usage

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs , Few stars

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Focused company is generally protected from competition. True True

Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Your Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

True/False Question Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. Correct Answer False Your Answer False LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Strategic management deals with Business process Business process

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Your Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategy Correct Answer Operational evaluation Your Answer Strategic evaluation Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question self and others. Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Control should involve________ amount of information. Minimum Minimum

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on Self-awareness Emotional quotient

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Systems

Economics of scale requires ________. high market share high market share

Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Expertise , Intelligence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in internal environment. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Export entry modes are Correct Answer direct/indirect export Your Answer licensing/franchising True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. role model role model

Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Strategy Strategy

Match The Following Question Comparative analysis is Benchmarking is

Correct Answer historical analysis competitive analysis

Your Answer historical analysis competitive analysis Reengineering Reengineering

Michael Hammer & James Chapy GDP stands for gross domestic product

gross domestic progress

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Motivation Motivation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB IR, OB

Change in company structure from divisional to matrix also mean changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A network of facilities and distribution that performs the functions of procurement of materials trasforming into intermediate and finished products & distributing them to customers is Correct Answer Supply chains Your Answer Supply chains Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Labour Labour

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategy Correct Answer Crisis Your Answer Crisis

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Dogs , Question marks Match The Following Question Fit Vision aspires to be. mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis

Your Answer SWOT analysis what a company wishes to become or

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. internal transformation internal transformation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Expansion strategy means Correct Answer growth Your Answer growth Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves

Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , impact of organization on each sector Select The Blank Question Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense. Correct Answer counteroffensive Your Answer counteroffensive Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It concentrates on organisation design and work flow Correct Answer Flotilla Your Answer Cost Accounting Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export , internal inadequacies True/False Question Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective action Correct Answer True Your Answer True Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Executive summary Synopsis of marketing plan Marketing goals Line Managers Responsibility Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources Middle- level Managers Ensuring proper tactical changes Ensuring proper tactical changes Top level Executives Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources customized marketing

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , impact of organization on each sector Select The Blank Question Control should involve________ amount of information. Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer Informal Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Your Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Select The Blank Question ________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Correct Answer Motivation

Your Answer Orientation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Contractual entry modes are Correct Answer licensing / franchising Your Answer licensing / franchising Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer mission Select The Blank Question Factors leading to personnel capability are________. Correct Answer IR, OB Your Answer PR Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Lower Management Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Concentric diversification means Correct Answer new activity related to existing business Your Answer entirely new business Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Employee grievances Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routined & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions Your Answer conventional decisions Select The Blank Question A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. Correct Answer role model Your Answer qualitative Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. , concept of optimization Select The Blank Question ________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Correct Answer Leaders Your Answer Inspectors Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer mission Select The Blank Question ________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Correct Answer Personal Your Answer Formal Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is based on a trigger mechanism for rapid response and immediate reassessment of strategy in the light of sudden and unexpected events Correct Answer Emergency alert contriol

Your Answer Emergency alert contriol Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Your Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles True/False Question Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question An approach that strives to follow ethical principles and percepts is Correct Answer Moral management Your Answer Moral management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Limitations of Traditional cost accounting are Correct Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Your Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It uses time as a unit of measure , Savings are in terms of time saved True/False Question The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and affect it." Correct Answer True Your Answer True Select The Blank Question GATT stands for ________. Correct Answer general agreement on trade & tariff Your Answer general agreement on trade & tariff True/False Question Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , impact of organization on each sector True/False Question The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior performance Correct Answer True Your Answer True True/False Question Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Premise control Identifies key assumptions Identifies key assumptions Emergency alert control evaluation Type of strategic control Effectiveness of strategy Strategic evaluation Effectiveness of strategy Control Rely on short term assessment Barrier in evaluation Barrier in evaluation

True/False Question Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. Correct Answer False Your Answer True

True/False Question Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change Correct Answer True Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are moves that will pay off irrespective of what happens in the future Correct Answer No-regret moves Your Answer Options Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These people are charged with the responsibility of continuous screening of performance? Correct Answer Audit committee Your Answer Audit committee Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer internal inadequacies Select The Blank Question Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer Time Your Answer Plans Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Style Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning ) Correct Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Your Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Type & quality of information , Nature of the manager Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , Only factor determing it's success or failure Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question Getting new users is a position defense strategy. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer Finance department Select The Blank Question Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Alien Territory Business Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Dogs , Question marks , Stars True/False Question The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and affect it." Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Business strength , Profit margin , Competition level Select The Blank Question ETOP stands for ________. Correct Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Your Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Management True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer SWOT analysis Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Capital , Information , Expertise Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is used extensively in organisation and is concerned with action or performance Correct Answer Operational control Your Answer Premise control Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer The Personnel System Factor leading to Personnel Capability Factor leading to Personnel Capability 4 Ps are Product, Price, Place, Promotion Product, Price, Place, Process Sources of funds Factor leading to financial capability Factor leading to financial capability The retrieval and usage of information Factor leading to Information Management Capability Factor leading to Information Management Capability

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to the relatively more durable company arrangements and relationships Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Structure Select The Blank

Question Factors leading to personnel capability are________. Correct Answer IR, OB Your Answer PRM True/False Question Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Crisis Management leads to organisational learning First step of signal detection Milestone review Another method of implementation control Chacking of performance Long and short term controls Balanced approach to evaluation Another method of implementation control Variance Actual and budgeted performance Actual and budgeted performance

True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategy Correct Answer Crisis Your Answer Crisis Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in ' The alternate futures ' scenario is Correct Answer Option Valuation model Your Answer Scenario planning True/False Question Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time Correct Answer True Your Answer True Select The Blank Question Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Correct Answer Time Your Answer Time Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A pictorial depiction of various outcomes of a decision is Correct Answer decision tree Your Answer decision tree True/False Question All policies are 'statements' Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilities Correct Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Your Answer Technical skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient , Integrity Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategy Correct Answer Operational evaluation

Your Answer Strategic evaluation True/False Question Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Motivation Select The Blank Question ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Correct Answer Traditional Your Answer Modern Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the company Correct Answer Staffing Your Answer Staffing Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question They have time based utility Correct Answer Goals , Resources Your Answer Goals , Employess , Resources True/False Question Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Your Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for future decision making in 'True Ambiguity' scenario is Correct Answer Non-linear dynamic model Your Answer Technology forecasting Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Select The Blank Question ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Emotional quotient True/False Question Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The aim in stability strategies isCorrect Answer move slowly & surely

Your Answer move slowly & surely Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer central assessment programme Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer mission Select The Blank Question ________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Systems approach Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Knowledge Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Select The Blank Question Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. Correct Answer common enemy Your Answer dependent LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and affect it." Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , impact of organization on each sector Select The Blank Question Factors leading to personnel capability are________. Correct Answer IR, OB Your Answer PRM True/False Question Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question ________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Statistical quality control Select The Blank Question Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. Correct Answer concentration strategy Your Answer concentration strategy Multiple Choice Single Answer Question An approach that strives to follow ethical principles and percepts is Correct Answer Moral management Your Answer Moral management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer simulation , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Resources , Competence Select The Blank Question ________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Statistical quality control True/False Question Divestiture is opposed to diversification. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Select The Blank Question Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Correct Answer Time Your Answer Possession Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer maintain discipline True/False Question Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Your Answer multinational model , international model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Select The Blank Question ________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Correct Answer Leaders Your Answer Inspectors True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer SWOT analysis

True/False Question Getting new users is a position defense strategy. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Your Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack True/False Question Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time Correct Answer True Your Answer True Select The Blank Question Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Your Answer vertical ( backward ) Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer Chief executive Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right time Correct Answer Premise control Your Answer Premise control Select The Blank Question Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Correct Answer Standardisation Your Answer Strengths Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Fit SWOT analysis what the company is and why it exists. Vision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. big headed audacious goals mission what the company is and why it exists. first intensive target BHAG big headed audacious goals SWOT analysis

True/False Question The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Contractual entry modes are Correct Answer licensing / franchising Your Answer licensing / franchising Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning ) Correct Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Your Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number is Correct Answer Man-power planning Your Answer Man-power planning

Select The Blank Question ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Correct Answer Traditional Your Answer Traditional Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer 7-S Framework Skills, super ordinate goals, structure Fit well but low opportunities Alternate futures Option valuation model Acquiring human resources Staffing Acquiring human resources Difference between desired and projected performance Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Skills, super ordinate goals, structure

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Retrenchment strategy means Correct Answer contraction of business activities Your Answer stretch of business activities Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation Your Answer Forecasting Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure True/False Question Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance Select The Blank Question A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. Correct Answer role model Your Answer qualitative Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies True/False Question Focused company is generally protected from competition.

Correct Answer True Your Answer False Select The Blank Question In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Correct Answer Delegation Your Answer Suspension

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders Leaders

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning ) Correct Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Your Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc.

Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

newspapers, magazines, journals etc.

Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal , Individual appraisal Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question They have time based utility Correct Answer Goals , Resources Your Answer Goals , Resources Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Integrates manufacturing with business strategy Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The aim in stability strategies isCorrect Answer move slowly & surely Your Answer move slowly & surely Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Your Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Match The Following Question Fit Vision aspires to be. mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis

Your Answer SWOT analysis what a company wishes to become or

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A pictorial depiction of various outcomes of a decision is Correct Answer decision tree Your Answer decision tree Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question and others. Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Statistical quality control

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self Self-awareness Self-awareness

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A network of facilities and distribution that performs the functions of procurement of materials trasforming into intermediate and finished products & distributing them to customers is Correct Answer Supply chains Your Answer Supply chains Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together. Business Business

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made True True

Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Standardisation Standardisation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer External auditor Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Your Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Psychologists Psychologists

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis performance Corporate parenting Heartland business

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities Difference between desired and projected

Difference between desired and projected performance

Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Managing SBU's by a corporate

Give the highest priority

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Strategy Strategy

Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of analyzing, dividing and arranging work or activities into manageable portion for individuals, sections & departments Correct Answer departmentation Your Answer departmentation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants

Your Answer

by employees , by research agencies , by consultants

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Retrenchment strategy means Correct Answer contraction of business activities Your Answer contraction of business activities True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. True False

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in number True True

Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective action True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Limitations of Traditional cost accounting are Correct Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Your Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question is Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number Man-power planning Man-power planning

In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Delegation Delegation

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy expansion strategy

Change in company structure from divisional to matrix also mean changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to formal and informal rules, regulations and procedures that complements the company structure Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Systems True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question

Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made True True

Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. internal transformation internal transformation

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared.

Correct Answer Your Answer

True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Your Answer availability of buyers , market reaction , taxes Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders Leaders

Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Maintain strategies means Correct Answer no change in strategies Your Answer move slowly & surely Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Labour Labour

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Strategic business Units Strategic business Units

A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________ integration. horizontal vertical ( forward)

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Fit Vision mission BHAG SWOT analysis

Your Answer SWOT analysis what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Your Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Match The Following Question Correct Answer Ballast business

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities Difference between desired and projected performance

Fit well but low opportunities

Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Corporate parenting Heartland business

Managing SBU's by a corporate Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority Give the highest priority

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs , Few stars Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting

Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Research and planning , Division of labour , Departmentalisation

Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. True False

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Flotilla concept Flotilla concept

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer mission LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. role model role model

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Delegation , Co-ordination , Creativity Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation , Specialisation Your Answer Departmentalisation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Niche marketing means Correct Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Your Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Time Time

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems

Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Systems

Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. False False

________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Statistical quality control Systems approach

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Export entry modes are Correct Answer direct/indirect export Your Answer licensing/franchising True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Responsibility towards society & community includes - Avoiding bad, smoky chimneys, & pollution of any kind and abiding by the Correct Answer Environment Protection Act Your Answer Environment Protection Act Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , simulation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the company Correct Answer Staffing Your Answer Staffing Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of analyzing, dividing and arranging work or activities into manageable portion for individuals, sections & departments Correct Answer departmentation Your Answer departmentation True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core purpose , core values Your Answer core values , core purpose True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

All policies are 'statements' False True

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer

Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. common enemy competitive

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Co-ordination Co-ordination

Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time Time

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A network of facilities and distribution that performs the functions of procurement of materials trasforming into intermediate and finished products & distributing them to customers is Correct Answer Supply chains Your Answer Supply chains Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image

Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

philosophy, public image

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this level , the effort is directed at assessing the consistency of strategy with the environment Correct Answer Strategic evaluation Your Answer Operational evaluation True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. False False

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Standardisation Standardisation

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Comparative analysis is historical analysis historical analysis competitive analysis Reengineering

Benchmarking is competitive analysis

Michael Hammer & James Chapy Reengineering GDP stands for gross domestic product

gross domestic product

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Board of Directors environment Profit centers S.B.U. s Link between company & external environment Link between company & external

S.B.U. s Product line/business

S.B.U.s are more focused on their Product line/business Manufacturing strategy Productivity

Productivity

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The super structure indicates ways in which company's tasks are integrated or coordinated True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger. False False

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Psychologists Psychologists

Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The traditional approach towards uncertainity is Correct Answer Binary Your Answer Binary

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Knowledge of the relationships between choices, environment & outcomes is Correct Answer familiarity Your Answer familiarity Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank

Economics of scale requires ________. high market share high market share

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders Leaders

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Time Time

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. internal transformation specialization

Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure True True

________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Motivation Motivation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Reasons , Planned performance , Variances Your Answer Reasons , Planned performance , Variances Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario is Correct Answer Technology forecasting Your Answer Latent demand research True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

All policies are 'statements' False True

Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. more usage more usage

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A network of facilities and distribution that performs the functions of procurement of materials trasforming into intermediate and finished products & distributing them to customers is Correct Answer Supply chains Your Answer Supply chains

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Export entry modes are Correct Answer direct/indirect export Your Answer direct/indirect export Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Psychologists Psychologists

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Strategic business Units Strategic business Units

Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Standardisation Standardisation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Culture True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. False True

Change in company structure from divisional to matrix also mean changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer Taking decisions regarding

Top level Executives Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources efficient and effective allocation of resources Executive summary Line Managers Responsibility Middle- level Managers Synopsis of marketing plan Synopsis of marketing plan

Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Ensuring proper tactical changes

Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions

Ensuring proper tactical changes

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer Easy availability of resources Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer vision Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Systems

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question and others. Correct Answer Your Answer

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False False

The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. False False

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self Self-awareness Self-awareness

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer vision Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB IR, OB

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Flotilla concept Flotilla concept

________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Personal Personal

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Select The Blank Question

Control should involve________ amount of information.

Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Minimum Maximum

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Match The Following Question 4 Ps are Sources of funds

Correct Answer

Your Answer Product, Price, Place, Promotion Factor leading to financial capability

Product, Price, Place, Promotion Factor leading to financial capability

The retrieval and usage of information Information Management Capability The Personnel System

Factor leading to Information Management Capability Factor leading to

Factor leading to Personnel Capability Factor leading to Personnel Capability

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They are ultimately responsible for all the administrative aspects of strategic evaluation and control Correct Answer Chief executive Your Answer Chief executive True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Select The Blank Question Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Correct Answer Co-ordination Your Answer Co-ordination

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer competitors Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A strategy used to learn more about customers need & behaviours in order to develop stronger relationship with them is Correct Answer CRM Your Answer CRM Match The Following Question Fit Vision aspires to be. mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis

Your Answer SWOT analysis what a company wishes to become or

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. True False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , simulation , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , sharing competence of each other , monopoly of one company Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer target Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction

Your Answer

cost reduction

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer controlling Select The Blank Question ________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Correct Answer Motivation Your Answer Motivation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Only factor determing it's success or failure , may result in disaster if inappropriate Select The Blank Question A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. Correct Answer role model Your Answer role model Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning ) Correct Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Your Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategy Correct Answer Operational evaluation Your Answer Operational evaluation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer Managers to develop the

Decision making Managers to develop the courage to make unconventional decisions courage to make unconventional decisions Social Responsibility Lateral thinking Managers to maintain high ethical standards

Managers to maintain high ethical standards

Managers to learn to deal with chaotic situations Managers to learn to deal with chaotic situations

Responsiveness Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes

Select The Blank Question Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Your Answer vertical ( backward ) integration True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. False True

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Degree to which the decision maker is accountable for the outcomes of the decision is Correct Answer accountability Your Answer ambiguity Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is based on a trigger mechanism for rapid response and immediate reassessment of strategy in the light of sudden and unexpected events Correct Answer Emergency alert contriol Your Answer Emergency alert contriol Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategy Correct Answer Crisis Your Answer Crisis True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Horizontal integration is concerned with Correct Answer product lines Your Answer product lines Select The Blank Question Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Statistical quality control Select The Blank Question The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Correct Answer Labour Your Answer Labour Select The Blank Question ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Emotional quotient True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting , Departmentalisation True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer Strategy Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer mission Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Your Answer Checking performance , Formulate plans , Reformulate strategies True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

All policies are 'statements' False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by research agencies , by rivals , by consultants True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy True True

Select The Blank Question ________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Correct Answer Leaders Your Answer Leaders Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Strategic management deals with Business process Business process

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routined & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions Your Answer operational decisions Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer customer & dealers Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Integrates manufacturing with business strategy Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Outer Circle , Middle Circle Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Motivation Inspiration

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer External auditor True/False Question machine hours. Correct Answer Your Answer

HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for

Correct Answer Your Answer

competitive advantage profile competitive advantage profile

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer cost reduction True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False True

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis product performance analysis

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture invests sufficiently to stay in the race but avoids pre-mature commitments Correct Answer Reserve the right to play Your Answer Reserve the right to play Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline Co-operation

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , communication skills True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture takes the current industry structure and its future evolution as given and then react to the opportunities the market offers Correct Answer Adapters Your Answer Adapters

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Your Answer frontal attack , flank attack , Enrichment attack Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Merger takes place Correct Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Your Answer between a buyer and a seller , to increase growth rates , to end rivalry between the two Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Statistical quality control Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis performance Corporate parenting Heartland business

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities Difference between desired and projected

Difference between desired and projected performance

Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Managing SBU's by a corporate

Give the highest priority

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. True True

Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made True False

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time Possession

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment True/False Question Correct Answer

Divestiture is opposed to diversification. False

Your Answer

True

Match The Following Question Marketing a product Environmental Analysis Swot Analysis Marketing strategy

Correct Answer Mass segmentation

Your Answer Product formulated Social, Political, legal & technology Availability of resources

Social, Political, legal & technology

Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies Life cycle considerations Product formulated

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of analyzing, dividing and arranging work or activities into manageable portion for individuals, sections & departments Correct Answer departmentation Your Answer policy framing Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Your Answer taxes , availability of buyers , willingness of employees Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Flotilla concept Flotilla concept

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs , Few stars Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , what the organization strives for. , concept of optimization True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. False False

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders Inspectors

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Motivation Select The Blank

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Strategy Strategy

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased diversification , Increased speed to market , Increased market power Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Merger takes place Correct Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Your Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Time Goals

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy concentration strategy

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A Large-scale community development project was funded to enable farmers to use local resources effectively by Correct Answer Asian Paints Your Answer Asian Paints True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It concentrates on organisation design and work flow Correct Answer Flotilla Your Answer Flotilla

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the company Correct Answer Staffing Your Answer Staffing Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. vertical ( forward ) horizontal

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture invests sufficiently to stay in the race but avoids pre-mature commitments Correct Answer Reserve the right to play Your Answer Reserve the right to play Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger. False False

Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. False False

Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer vision Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting , Division of labour

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Only factor determing it's success or failure , may result in disaster if inappropriate True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question machine hours. Correct Answer Your Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Control should involve________ amount of information. Minimum Maximum

HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & False True

Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis performance Corporate parenting Heartland business

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities Difference between desired and projected

Difference between desired and projected performance

Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Managing SBU's by a corporate

Give the highest priority

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , what the organization strives for. , concept of optimization Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Your Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Multiple Choice Single Answer Question An approach that strives to follow ethical principles and percepts is Correct Answer Moral management Your Answer Moral management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Limitations of Traditional cost accounting are Correct Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Your Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Business strength , Profit margin , Competition level

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence goodwill

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB PRM

All policies are 'statements' False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Divestiture is opposed to diversification. False True

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders Leaders

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number is Correct Answer Man-power planning Your Answer Man-power planning Match The Following Question Comparative analysis is Benchmarking is

Correct Answer historical analysis competitive analysis

Your Answer historical analysis competitive analysis Reengineering Reengineering

Michael Hammer & James Chapy GDP stands for gross domestic product

gross domestic product

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Your Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right time Correct Answer Premise control Your Answer Strategic surveillance Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The aim in stability strategies isCorrect Answer move slowly & surely Your Answer move slowly & surely True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Single Answer Question General Electric Matrix is divided into how many cells Correct Answer 9 Your Answer 9 LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees True False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Your Answer Knowledge level system , Management level system , Operational level system Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Traditional Traditional

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the most important feature in the implementation of strategic management Correct Answer leadership Your Answer leadership Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The discipline which deals with what is good and bad and which moral obligation is Correct Answer Ethics Your Answer Ethics Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Horizontal integration is concerned with Correct Answer product lines Your Answer product lines Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Factors of appraisal , Procedure of appraisal , Individual appraisal

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Contractual entry modes are Correct Answer licensing / franchising Your Answer licensing / franchising Match The Following Question Executive summary Line Managers Responsibility allocation of resources Middle- level Managers Top level Executives

Correct Answer Synopsis of marketing plan

Your Answer Synopsis of marketing plan

Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective

Ensuring proper tactical changes

Ensuring proper tactical changes Marketing goals

Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question General Electric Matrix is divided into how many cells Correct Answer 9 Your Answer 4 Match The Following Question Comparative analysis is Benchmarking is

Correct Answer historical analysis competitive analysis

Your Answer value chain analysis competitive analysis Reengineering gross domestic product Reengineering

Michael Hammer & James Chapy GDP stands for gross domestic product

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Encourage excessive competition Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Resources , Competence , Time , Strategies True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Capital , Information , Expertise Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning ) Correct Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Your Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose

Correct Answer Your Answer

mission mission

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer target Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Statistical quality control Michael Porter's model for Industry Analysis

Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. common enemy competitive

The super structure indicates ways in which company's tasks are integrated or coordinated True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilities Correct Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Your Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , corporate strategy Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Your Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Inner Model Select The Blank Question and others. Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self Self-awareness Emotional quotient

Change in company structure from divisional to matrix also mean changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis SWOT analysis

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence

Your Answer

core competence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Retrenchment strategy means Correct Answer contraction of business activities Your Answer contraction of business activities Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Style Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy global strategy

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". False False

Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in number True True

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer policy Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A network of facilities and distribution that performs the functions of procurement of materials trasforming into intermediate and finished products & distributing them to customers is Correct Answer Supply chains Your Answer Supply chains Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Question marks , Stars , Cash cowsCash cowsc Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario is Correct Answer Technology forecasting

Your Answer

Analogies and pattern recognition

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Personal Formal

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Co-ordination Co-ordination

Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. True True

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur , Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance Your Answer Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur , Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question They have time based utility Correct Answer Goals , Resources Your Answer Goals , Resources Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Match The Following Question Fit Vision aspires to be. mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis

Your Answer SWOT analysis what a company wishes to become or

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer S.M. is the

Sharplin S.M. is the formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization. formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization. Glueck S.M. is a stream of decisions & actions S.M. is a stream of decisions & actions

Hofer S.M. is the process, which deals with organizational renewal & growth. deals with organizational renewal & growth.

S.M. is the process, which

Ansoff S.M. is the systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment. systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment.

S.M. is the

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture takes the current industry structure and its future evolution as given and then react to the opportunities the market offers Correct Answer Adapters Your Answer Adapters Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Retrenchment strategy means Correct Answer contraction of business activities Your Answer contraction of business activities Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The traditional approach towards uncertainity is Correct Answer Binary Your Answer Binary Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The discipline which deals with what is good and bad and which moral obligation is Correct Answer Ethics Your Answer Ethics Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is used extensively in organisation and is concerned with action or performance Correct Answer Operational control Your Answer Operational control Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. False False

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Delegation Delegation

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence

Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

core competence

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False False

Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. internal transformation specialization

________ is the company's most critical and scarest resource. Capital Capital

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Personal Personal

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger. False False

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline Self-discipline

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs , Few stars Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rituals

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number is Correct Answer Man-power planning Your Answer Man-power planning True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy True True

Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Expansion strategy means Correct Answer growth Your Answer growth Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time Time

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders Leaders

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The discipline which deals with what is good and bad and which moral obligation is Correct Answer Ethics Your Answer Ethics Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB IR, OB

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to formal and informal rules, regulations and procedures that complements the company structure

Correct Answer Your Answer

Systems Systems

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Status Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Vertical integration is concerned with Correct Answer supply chain Your Answer supply chain Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Psychologists Psychiatrists

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Your Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation Your Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation , Specialisation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilities Correct Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Your Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer

Focused company is generally protected from competition. True True

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Traditional Traditional

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True

Your Answer

True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Risk , Equity , Return Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. vertical ( forward ) horizontal

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question machine hours. Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & False False

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Co-ordination Co-operation

Question Undec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question and others. Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self Self-awareness Emotional quotient

________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Statistical quality control Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy concentration strategy

Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis Corporate parenting Heartland business

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities Some fit and some misfit

Difference between desired and projected performance Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Misfit with understanding of critical success factors

Give the highest priority

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A pictorial depiction of various outcomes of a decision is Correct Answer decision tree Your Answer decision tree Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are moves that will pay off irrespective of what happens in the future Correct Answer No-regret moves Your Answer No-regret moves Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Question marks , Stars , Cash cowsCash cowsc Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Export entry modes are Correct Answer direct/indirect export Your Answer direct/indirect export Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline Self-Appraisal

Match The Following Question Executive summary

Correct Answer Synopsis of marketing plan

Your Answer Marketing goals customized marketing

Line Managers Responsibility Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Middle- level Managers Ensuring proper tactical changes

Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Taking decisions regarding

Top level Executives Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources efficient and effective allocation of resources

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It provides a way to bring in the people dimension in macro company analysis without using psychological models of human behaviour Correct Answer Culture Your Answer Culture Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are

Correct Answer Your Answer

Money , Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment Money , Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to the relatively more durable company arrangements and relationships Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Strategy Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy concentration strategy

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Degree to which the decision maker is accountable for the outcomes of the decision is Correct Answer accountability Your Answer relativity Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

All policies are 'statements' False False

Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms True True

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline Self-discipline

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer vision Match The Following Question Fit Vision aspires to be. mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis

Your Answer SWOT analysis what a company wishes to become or

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff

Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

general agreement on trade & tariff

Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. internal transformation internal transformation

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB IR, OB

________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Personal Personal

Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile True/False Question Correct Answer

The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? False

Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

False

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation Your Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer Barrier in evaluation Identifies key assumptions Type of strategic control Effectiveness of strategy Type of strategic control

Rely on short term assessment Barrier in evaluation Premise control Identifies key assumptions

Emergency alert control evaluation Strategic evaluation Effectiveness of strategy

True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. more usage more usage

A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology

Correct Answer Your Answer

core values , core purpose core values , core purpose

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture takes the current industry structure and its future evolution as given and then react to the opportunities the market offers Correct Answer Adapters Your Answer Adapters Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Time Time

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB IR, OB

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer philosophy, public image True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer opinions, suggestions, complaints etc. LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False

Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Traditional Traditional

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer controlling True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time True True

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routined & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions Your Answer operational decisions Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. role model qualitative

Match The Following Question strategic alliances means benefit.

Correct Answer

Your Answer two or more entities join hands for mutual

two or more entities join hands for mutual benefit.

vertical forward integration means horizontal integration means

becoming your own customer

becoming your own customer

additional product/service for same customers

additional product/service for same customers becoming your own supplier

vertical backward integration means

becoming your own supplier

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment.

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False True

Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. more usage more usage

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer vision Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer mission Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number is Correct Answer Man-power planning Your Answer Man-power planning Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy expansion strategy

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer philosophy, public image Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer cost reduction Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Your Answer encirclement attack , frontal attack , flank attack Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilities Correct Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Your Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Integrity Match The Following Question Board of Directors Profit centers

Correct Answer

Your Answer

Link between company & external environment Link between company & external environment S.B.U. s Profit making organizations Product line/business Productivity Product line/business

S.B.U.s are more focused on their Manufacturing strategy Productivity

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Systems

Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms True True

Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the company Correct Answer Staffing Your Answer Staffing Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Co-ordination Co-ordination

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time Time

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB IR, OB

Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective action True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Concentric diversification means

Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

new activity related to existing business new activity related to existing business

Change in company structure from divisional to matrix also mean changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario is Correct Answer Technology forecasting Your Answer Latent demand research True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Dogs , Question marks Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Structure True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question and others. Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False True

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self Self-awareness Self-awareness

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision

Your Answer

Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision , communication skills

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy integration strategy

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The objective to maximize value of the enterprize by striking a mean between liquidity, risk and profitability is Correct Answer Receivables planning Your Answer Receivables planning Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Maintain strategies means Correct Answer no change in strategies Your Answer no change in strategies Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB IR, OB

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The aim in stability strategies isCorrect Answer move slowly & surely Your Answer move slowly & surely True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer

Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger. False False

Getting new users is a position defense strategy. False

Your Answer

False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Magnitude of the decision outcome and scope of their impact on the decision maker's domain of activity is Correct Answer significance Your Answer significance Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence goodwill

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Your Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Your Answer market reaction , taxes , availability of buyers Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Investment entry mode are Correct Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Your Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is the company's most critical and scarest resource. Capital Labour

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Flotilla concept Flotilla concept

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is designed to monitor a broad range of events inside and outside the company that are likely to threaten a firm's strategy Correct Answer Strategic surveillance Your Answer Strategic surveillance

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to the relatively more durable company arrangements and relationships Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Structure True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective action True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture takes the current industry structure and its future evolution as given and then react to the opportunities the market offers Correct Answer Adapters Your Answer Adapters Select The Blank Question Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense. Correct Answer counteroffensive Your Answer counteroffensive True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A major part of strategy implementation is Correct Answer resource allocation Your Answer resource allocation True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Your Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. True True

________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Motivation Inspiration

Match The Following Question Decision making success Social Responsibility Lateral thinking unconventional decisions

Correct Answer

Your Answer Crusial problem that affect

Managers to develop the courage to make unconventional decisions

Managers to maintain high ethical standards Managers to maintain high ethical standards Managers to learn to deal with chaotic situations Managers to develop the courage to make

Responsiveness Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes speedy responses to environmental changes

Managers to provide

Match The Following Question Environmental Analysis Synergy

Correct Answer

Your Answer

Social, Political, legal & technology Formal & Systematic Vertical Integration Vertical Integration Better accessibility to information Better accessibility to

Mechanistic approach to knowledge management information Explicit knowledge Formal & Systematic

Social, Political, legal & technology

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. more usage more usage

Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. internal transformation target

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

All policies are 'statements' False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Chartered accountant , Auditor , Financial controller Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Your Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Psychologists Psychologists

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Contractual entry modes are Correct Answer licensing / franchising Your Answer licensing / franchising Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation Your Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation , Specialisation

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy True True

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Select The Blank Question Factors leading to personnel capability are________. Correct Answer IR, OB Your Answer IR, OB Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Retrenchment strategy means Correct Answer contraction of business activities Your Answer contraction of business activities Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The discipline which deals with what is good and bad and which moral obligation is Correct Answer Ethics Your Answer Ethics Select The Blank Question The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Correct Answer Labour Your Answer Labour Multiple Choice Single Answer Question An approach that strives to follow ethical principles and percepts is Correct Answer Moral management Your Answer Moral management Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer becoming your own customer becoming your own customer

vertical forward integration means horizontal integration means

additional product/service for same customers

additional product/service for same customers becoming your own supplier

vertical backward integration means strategic alliances means benefit.

becoming your own supplier

two or more entities join hands for mutual benefit.

two or more entities join hands for mutual

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Select The Blank Question Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer Time Your Answer Time Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question them is Correct Answer Your Answer

A strategy used to learn more about customers need & behaviours in order to develop stronger relationship with CRM CRM

True/False Question Undec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Correct Answer Traditional Your Answer Traditional True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategy Correct Answer Operational evaluation Your Answer Implementation evaluation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer Easy availability of resources Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. False False

Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. False False

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer philosophy, public image Select The Blank Question ________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Statistical quality control True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer vision Select The Blank Question Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Correct Answer Psychologists Your Answer Psychologists Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer Board of director True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Match The Following Question Benchmarking is

Correct Answer competitive analysis

Your Answer historical analysis Reengineering Reengineering

Michael Hammer & James Chapy GDP stands for Comparative analysis is gross domestic product historical analysis

gross domestic product competitive analysis

True/False Question

Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new.

Correct Answer Your Answer

False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Knowledge of the relationships between choices, environment & outcomes is Correct Answer familiarity Your Answer familiarity Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Select The Blank Question ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Self-awareness Select The Blank Question The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Correct Answer Strategic business Units Your Answer Strategic business Units Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation Your Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation , Specialisation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning ) Correct Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Your Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Select The Blank Question Factors leading to personnel capability are________. Correct Answer IR, OB Your Answer IR, OB True/False

Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Contractual entry modes are Correct Answer licensing / franchising Your Answer licensing / franchising True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Merger takes place Correct Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Your Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Vertical integration is concerned with Correct Answer supply chain Your Answer supply chain True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

All policies are 'statements' False False

Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer Audit and Executive committee Identifies key assumptions Type of strategic control Control Effectiveness of strategy

Rely on short term assessment Barrier in evaluation Premise control Identifies key assumptions

Emergency alert control evaluation Strategic evaluation Effectiveness of strategy

Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer core competence Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence

Your Answer

Information , Expertise , Intelligence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right time Correct Answer Premise control Your Answer Premise control Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Your Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Your Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective action True True

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic , technology Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures Select The Blank Question Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. Correct Answer common enemy Your Answer common enemy True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False False

Select The Blank Question Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. Correct Answer internal transformation Your Answer target Select The Blank

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff global agreement on trade & taxes

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Investment entry mode are Correct Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Your Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routined & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions Your Answer operational decisions Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Select The Blank Question Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Your Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Multiple Choice Single Answer Question General Electric Matrix is divided into how many cells Correct Answer 9 Your Answer 9 Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Your Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Select The Blank Question A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. Correct Answer role model Your Answer role model

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer cost reduction Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A network of facilities and distribution that performs the functions of procurement of materials trasforming into intermediate and finished products & distributing them to customers is Correct Answer Supply chains Your Answer Supply chains Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer internal analysis Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Select The Blank Question ________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Correct Answer Flotilla concept Your Answer Flotilla concept True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in number True True

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Horizontal integration is concerned with Correct Answer product lines Your Answer product lines True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. False False

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Focused company is generally protected from competition. True False

Select The Blank Question Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Correct Answer Standardisation Your Answer Standardisation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Match The Following Question Market follower are Horizontal integration means

Correct Answer Imitator

Your Answer Imitator Additional product/service for same customers Becoming your own customer

Additional product/service for same customers

Vertical forward integration means Position defense means

Becoming your own customer

Fortification around one's territory

Fortification around one's territory

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Your Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? False False

Select The Blank Question A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Your Answer horizontal Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The strategies which deal with the relative and restricted function for allocation of resources is Correct Answer Funcational streategies Your Answer Funcational streategies Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology

Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer internal analysis Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Strategies , Resources , Competence Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer potentials and competencies of organization. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Dogs , Question marks True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Degree to which the decision maker is accountable for the outcomes of the decision is Correct Answer accountability Your Answer accountability True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Responsibility towards society & community includes - Avoiding bad, smoky chimneys, & pollution of any kind and abiding by the Correct Answer Environment Protection Act Your Answer Environment Protection Act True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Change in company structure from divisional to matrix also mean changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They are ultimately responsible for all the administrative aspects of strategic evaluation and control Correct Answer Chief executive Your Answer External auditor Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This portfolio involves major capital investments which will result in either large pay offs or large losses

Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Big bets Big bets

Getting new users is a position defense strategy. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The objective to maximize value of the enterprize by striking a mean between liquidity, risk and profitability is Correct Answer Receivables planning Your Answer Taxation planning Match The Following Question Board of Directors Profit centers

Correct Answer

Your Answer

Link between company & external environment Link between company & external environment S.B.U. s S.B.U. s Product line/business Productivity Product line/business

S.B.U.s are more focused on their Manufacturing strategy Productivity

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Debt , Risk , Equity True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. False True

Match The Following Question 4 Ps are Sources of funds

Correct Answer

Your Answer Product, Price, Place, Promotion Factor leading to financial capability

Product, Price, Place, Promotion Factor leading to financial capability

The retrieval and usage of information Information Management Capability The Personnel System

Factor leading to Information Management Capability Factor leading to

Factor leading to Personnel Capability Factor leading to Personnel Capability

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Select The Blank Question In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Correct Answer Delegation Your Answer Delegation True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. False False

Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength , Competition level Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It provides a way to bring in the people dimension in macro company analysis without using psychological models of human behaviour Correct Answer Culture Your Answer Culture True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to formal and informal rules, regulations and procedures that complements the company structure Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Systems Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question It is based on a trigger mechanism for rapid response and immediate reassessment of strategy in the light of sudden and unexpected events Correct Answer Emergency alert contriol Your Answer Emergency alert contriol Select The Blank Question Control should involve________ amount of information. Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer Minimum True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False True

Select The Blank Question ________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together. Correct Answer Business Your Answer Business Select The Blank Question Economics of scale requires ________. Correct Answer high market share Your Answer high market share Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question They have time based utility Correct Answer Goals , Resources Your Answer Employess , Resources LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Getting new users is a position defense strategy. False False

Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time True True

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff global agreement on trade & taxes

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is designed to monitor a broad range of events inside and outside the company that are likely to threaten a firm's strategy Correct Answer Strategic surveillance Your Answer Strategic surveillance Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The objective to maximize value of the enterprize by striking a mean between liquidity, risk and profitability is Correct Answer Receivables planning Your Answer Receivables planning Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis performance Corporate parenting Heartland business

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Misfit with understanding of critical success factors Difference between desired and projected

Difference between desired and projected performance

Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Managing SBU's by a corporate

Give the highest priority

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , impact of organization on each sector True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in internal environment. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Systems

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Capital , Information , Expertise

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline Self-discipline

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question and others. Correct Answer Your Answer

A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. role model role model

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self Self-awareness Emotional quotient

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Knowledge Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together. Business Business

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Contractual entry modes are Correct Answer licensing / franchising Your Answer licensing / franchising True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is used extensively in organisation and is concerned with action or performance Correct Answer Operational control Your Answer Premise control True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

Select The Blank Question Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense. Correct Answer counteroffensive Your Answer counteroffensive Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routined & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions Your Answer operational decisions Match The Following Question Top level Executives changes Executive summary Line Managers Responsibility Middle- level Managers resources

Correct Answer

Your Answer Ensuring proper tactical

Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources

Synopsis of marketing plan

Synopsis of marketing plan Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions

Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Ensuring proper tactical changes

Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Focused company is generally protected from competition. True False

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Secondary sources of information are newspapers, magazines, journals etc. newspapers, magazines, journals etc.

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Debt , Risk , Equity Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Control should involve________ amount of information. Minimum Maximum

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The cornerstone of financial planning process of all organizations because of the cost, control and risk considerations which influence overall value of the firm is Correct Answer Capital structure planning Your Answer Capital structure planning Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? False False

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental targets & objective process

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False True

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The major issues of appraisal system are Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline Self-discipline

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Debt , Equity True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the company Correct Answer Staffing Your Answer Staffing Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. role model role model

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Style True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. False False

In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Delegation Delegation

Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Statistical quality control Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment True/False Question Correct Answer

Getting new users is a position defense strategy. False

Your Answer

False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in internal environment. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to formal and informal rules, regulations and procedures that complements the company structure Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Systems True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms True True

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by research agencies , by consultants , by employees Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Match The Following Question Marketing a product Environmental Analysis Swot Analysis Marketing strategy

Correct Answer Mass segmentation

Your Answer Life cycle considerations Social, Political, legal & technology Availability of resources

Social, Political, legal & technology

Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies Life cycle considerations Mass segmentation

Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis performance Corporate parenting Heartland business Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities Difference between desired and projected

Difference between desired and projected performance

Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Managing SBU's by a corporate

Give the highest priority

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Flotilla concept Flotilla concept

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Maintain strategies means no change in strategies maintain environmental changes

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Your Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Question marks , Cash cowsCash cowsc True/False Question machine hours. Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & False False

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Strategic business Units Strategic business Units

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in ' The alternate futures ' scenario is Correct Answer Option Valuation model Your Answer Option Valuation model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategy Correct Answer Crisis

Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Crisis

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Time Time

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The aim in stability strategies isCorrect Answer move slowly & surely Your Answer move slowly & surely Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis product performance analysis

True/False Question Undec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Myths , Rituals , Style Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This portfolio involves major capital investments which will result in either large pay offs or large losses Correct Answer Big bets Your Answer Big bets LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is designed to monitor a broad range of events inside and outside the company that are likely to threaten a firm's strategy Correct Answer Strategic surveillance Your Answer Strategic surveillance Select The Blank Question The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Correct Answer Labour Your Answer Labour Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number is Correct Answer Man-power planning Your Answer Man-power planning

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Magnitude of the decision outcome and scope of their impact on the decision maker's domain of activity is Correct Answer significance Your Answer risk Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Degree to which the decision maker is accountable for the outcomes of the decision is Correct Answer accountability Your Answer accountability True/False Question Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer vision Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material Select The Blank Question Factors leading to personnel capability are________. Correct Answer IR, OB Your Answer IR, OB Select The Blank Question ________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together. Correct Answer Business Your Answer Circular True/False Question Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms Correct Answer True Your Answer True True/False Question Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. Correct Answer False

Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The strategies which deal with the relative and restricted function for allocation of resources is Correct Answer Funcational streategies Your Answer Funcational streategies True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Role of Chief Executive Officer Responsible right from formulation / implementation to review of strategic management Link between company & external environment Role of SUB-level Executive More focussed on product line & responsible for the co-ordination between SUBs & Senior managements Important link between strategizing & implementation Role of consultants Hired for specialized for new business or expertise Hired for specialized for new business or expertise

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Knowledge of the relationships between choices, environment & outcomes is Correct Answer familiarity Your Answer complexity Select The Blank Question A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. Correct Answer role model Your Answer role model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile Select The Blank Question Control should involve________ amount of information. Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer Maximum Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material Select The Blank Question ________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a

stage in the production process Correct Answer Flotilla concept Your Answer Flotilla concept Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A Large-scale community development project was funded to enable farmers to use local resources effectively by Correct Answer Asian Paints Your Answer Asian Paints True/False Question Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer policies , procedures Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Select The Blank Question Factors leading to personnel capability are________. Correct Answer IR, OB Your Answer IR, OB Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased speed to market Select The Blank Question Economics of scale requires ________. Correct Answer high market share Your Answer high market share Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer internal analysis Select The Blank Question ________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Correct Answer Leaders Your Answer Leaders Select The Blank Question Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Correct Answer Time Your Answer Time Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Difference between desired and projected performance 7-S Framework Skills, super ordinate goals, structure Skills, super ordinate goals, structure Alternate futures Option valuation model Fit well but low opportunities

Staffing Acquiring human resources Acquiring human resources

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer establish rapport with competitors Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Profit margin , Competition level True/False Question Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question Focused company is generally protected from competition. Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Vertical integration is concerned with Correct Answer supply chain Your Answer production process Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Resources , Time True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer False LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer weakness of competitors Select The Blank Question Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. Correct Answer concentration strategy Your Answer concentration strategy Select The Blank Question ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Self-awareness

Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer mission Select The Blank Question Control should involve________ amount of information. Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer Maximum Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Select The Blank Question Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. Correct Answer internal transformation Your Answer internal transformation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Merger takes place Correct Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Your Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rituals , Rites , Myths Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Select The Blank Question ________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Correct Answer Motivation Your Answer Motivation Select The Blank Question Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Your Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Select The Blank Question Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense. Correct Answer counteroffensive Your Answer counteroffensive True/False Question Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for

Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer Corporate appraisal programme True/False Question Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer False Your Answer True True/False Question According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures True/False Question Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time Correct Answer True Your Answer True Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer strategic alliances means two or more entities join hands for mutual benefit. two or more entities join hands for mutual benefit. vertical forward integration means becoming your own customer becoming your own customer horizontal integration means additional product/service for same customers additional product/service for same customers vertical backward integration means becoming your own supplier becoming your own supplier

True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question Getting new users is a position defense strategy. Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question This strategic posture takes the current industry structure and its future evolution as given and then react to the opportunities the market offers Correct Answer Adapters Your Answer Adapters Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A strategy used to learn more about customers need & behaviours in order to develop stronger relationship with them is Correct Answer CRM Your Answer CRM True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Your Answer vertical ( forward ) True/False Question Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Market follower are Imitator Imitator Horizontal integration means Additional product/service for same customers Additional product/service for same customers Vertical forward integration means Becoming your own customer Becoming your own customer Position defense means Fortification around one's territory Fortification around one's territory

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Your Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Select The Blank Question Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer Time Your Answer Time True/False Question The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior performance Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It concentrates on organisation design and work flow Correct Answer Flotilla Your Answer Flotilla Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Export entry modes are

Correct Answer direct/indirect export Your Answer direct/indirect export Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The traditional approach towards uncertainity is Correct Answer Binary Your Answer Multiple True/False Question Undec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Correct Answer Co-ordination Your Answer Co-ordination Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Your Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Debt , Equity Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These people are charged with the responsibility of continuous screening of performance? Correct Answer Audit committee Your Answer Audit committee Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Your Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction True/False Question

Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time

Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

True True

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , what the organization strives for. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Statistical quality control Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Your Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. , dividing environment into sectors , sub factors Match The Following Question Maintain strategy Market follower are

Correct Answer stable environment imitator

Your Answer stable environment imitator

Market challenger are Turnaround strategy

bypass attack V.R.S.

bypass attack V.R.S.

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , sharing competence of each other , monopoly of one company Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation Your Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation , Specialisation True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False True

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer Easy availability of resources Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic , technology Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Statistical quality control Statistical quality control

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Getting new users is a position defense strategy. False True

Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Standardisation Standardisation

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Co-ordination Co-ordination

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Capital , Information , Expertise , Intelligence Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Match The Following Question Sources of funds The retrieval and usage of information Capability The Personnel System 4 Ps are

Correct Answer Factor leading to financial capability

Your Answer Product, Price, Place, Process

Factor leading to Information Management Capability Factor leading to Personnel

Factor leading to Personnel Capability Product, Price, Place, Promotion

Product, Price, Place, Promotion Value chain analysis

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation Your Answer Forecasting , Control mechanism , Departmentalisation , Specialisation Match The Following Question Policies

Correct Answer

Your Answer

General statements and understanding which, guide thinking in decision-making Combination of goals, policies, rules Are plans and a guide to action General statements and understanding

Procedures which, guide thinking in decision-making Rules Programs

Spell out specific action or non-action Combination of goals, policies, rules

Are plans and a guide to action Is a statement of expected resultsin numbers

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Labour Infrastructure

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The strategies which deal with the relative and restricted function for allocation of resources is Correct Answer Funcational streategies Your Answer Funcational streategies Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Niche marketing means Correct Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist

Your Answer

end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist , research specialist

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment True/False Question Undec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs , Less dogs , Few stars , More stars True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Integrates manufacturing with business strategy , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Expansion strategy means Correct Answer growth Your Answer career development Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Strategies , Resources , Competence , Time Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Investment entry mode are Correct Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Your Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by rivals , by consultants Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time Possession

Divestiture is opposed to diversification.

Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

False True

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategy Correct Answer Operational evaluation Your Answer Operational evaluation Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis product performance analysis

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Psychologists Psychologists

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy concentration strategy

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Knowledge of the relationships between choices, environment & outcomes is Correct Answer familiarity Your Answer familiarity Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , impact of organization on each sector , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of analyzing, dividing and arranging work or activities into manageable portion for individuals, sections & departments Correct Answer departmentation Your Answer top management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question Correct Answer Your Answer inadequacies Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export , internal

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders Subordinates

The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Strategic business Units Strategic business Units

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are moves that will pay off irrespective of what happens in the future Correct Answer No-regret moves Your Answer Options True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , impact of organization on each sector , trends and rate of change of technology Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this level , the effort is directed at assessing the consistency of strategy with the environment Correct Answer Strategic evaluation Your Answer Operational evaluation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting , Division of labour , Departmentalisation Select The Blank Question self and others. Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on Self-awareness Self- drive

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Investment entry mode are Correct Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Your Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Strategies , Resources

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Dogs , Question marks Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Your Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It provides a way to bring in the people dimension in macro company analysis without using psychological models of human behaviour Correct Answer Culture Your Answer Culture True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer Board of director Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Match The Following Question strategic alliances means mutual benefit. vertical forward integration means horizontal integration means customers vertical backward integration means

Correct Answer

Your Answer two or more entities join hands for

two or more entities join hands for mutual benefit.

becoming your own customer

becoming your own customer additional product/service for same

additional product/service for same customers

becoming your own supplier

becoming your own supplier

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Select The Blank

Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline Self-discipline

Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy , clarity in strategy & responsibilities Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Select The Blank Question ________ defense. Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of counteroffensive counteroffensive

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Traditional Traditional

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer S.M. is

Ansoff S.M. is the systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment. the systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment. Sharplin S.M. is the formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization. the formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization. Glueck S.M. is a stream of decisions & actions

S.M. is

S.M. is a stream of decisions & actions

Hofer S.M. is the process, which deals with organizational renewal & growth. S.M. is the process, which deals with organizational renewal & growth.

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The strategies which deal with the relative and restricted function for allocation of resources is Correct Answer Funcational streategies Your Answer Funcational streategies True/False

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Responsibility towards society & community includes - Avoiding bad, smoky chimneys, & pollution of any kind and abiding by the Correct Answer Environment Protection Act Your Answer Environment Protection Act Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Control should involve________ amount of information. Minimum Minimum

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. role model role model

________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Statistical quality control Statistical quality control

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for future decision making in 'True Ambiguity' scenario is Correct Answer Non-linear dynamic model Your Answer Technology forecasting True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment.

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

All policies are 'statements' False True

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routined & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions Your Answer operational decisions Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right time Correct Answer Premise control Your Answer Premise control True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question

________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together. Business Business

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"?

Correct Answer Your Answer

False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These people are charged with the responsibility of continuous screening of performance? Correct Answer Audit committee Your Answer Audit committee Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Strategic business Units Strategic business Units

Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Strategy Strategy

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Systems

A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. role model role model

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Export entry modes are Correct Answer direct/indirect export Your Answer direct/indirect export True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer

Role of consultants environment Role of Chief Executive Officer

Hired for specialized for new business or expertise

Link between company & external

Responsible right from formulation / implementation to review of strategic management Responsible right from formulation / implementation to review of strategic management More focussed on product line & responsible for the co-ordination between SUBs & Senior Important link between strategizing & implementation

Role of SUB-level Executive managements

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Time Time

Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of analyzing, dividing and arranging work or activities into manageable portion for individuals, sections & departments Correct Answer departmentation Your Answer departmentation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Your Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The cornerstone of financial planning process of all organizations because of the cost, control and risk considerations which influence overall value of the firm is Correct Answer Capital structure planning Your Answer Capital structure planning Match The Following Question Horizontal integration means customers Vertical forward integration means Position defense means Market follower are

Correct Answer

Your Answer Additional product/service for same

Additional product/service for same customers

Becoming your own customer Fortification around one's territory Imitator

Becoming your own customer Fortification around one's territory Imitator

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. False False

________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Statistical quality control Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Your Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer policies , procedures , corporate strategy Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur

Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is the company's most critical and scarest resource. Capital Capital

Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in number True True

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this level , the effort is directed at assessing the consistency of strategy with the environment Correct Answer Strategic evaluation Your Answer Strategic evaluation Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Psychologists Psychologists

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. True/False

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False False

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Match The Following Question

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Correct Answer Becoming your own customer Fortification around one's territory Imitator

Your Answer Becoming your own customer Fortification around one's territory Imitator Additional product/service for same

Vertical forward integration means Position defense means Market follower are Horizontal integration means customers

Additional product/service for same customers

Select The Blank Question self and others. Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on Self-awareness Self-awareness

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Your Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together. Business Business

The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Labour Labour

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The control process requires the following types of information Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Planned performance , Variances , Reasons

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other True/False Question machine hours. Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Match The Following Question Benchmarking is Michael Hammer & James Chapy GDP stands for Comparative analysis is

HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & False False

Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. vertical ( backward ) integration vertical ( backward ) integration

Correct Answer competitive analysis Reengineering gross domestic product historical analysis

Your Answer competitive analysis Reengineering gross domestic product historical analysis

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Strategy Strategy

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture plays a leadership role in establishing how the industry operates Correct Answer Shapers Your Answer Adapters Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The discipline which deals with what is good and bad and which moral obligation is Correct Answer Ethics Your Answer Ethics Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Your Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Focused company is generally protected from competition. True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , communication skills True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. common enemy competitive

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures True/False Question Undec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario is Correct Answer Technology forecasting Your Answer Latent demand research Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer potentials and competencies of organization. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Limitations of Traditional cost accounting are Correct Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Your Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It provides a way to bring in the people dimension in macro company analysis without using psychological models of human behaviour Correct Answer Culture Your Answer Culture Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Your Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the company Correct Answer Staffing Your Answer Staffing True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made True True

In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Delegation Delegation

Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Export entry modes are Correct Answer direct/indirect export Your Answer direct/indirect export True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc.

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Strategic business Units Strategic business Units

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. more usage more usage

Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. False False

________ is the company's most critical and scarest resource. Capital Labour

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Concentric diversification means Correct Answer new activity related to existing business Your Answer new activity related to existing business Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Match The Following Question Benchmarking is Michael Hammer & James Chapy GDP stands for Comparative analysis is

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. False True

Correct Answer competitive analysis Reengineering gross domestic product historical analysis

Your Answer competitive analysis Reengineering gross domestic product value chain analysis

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are moves that will pay off irrespective of what happens in the future Correct Answer No-regret moves Your Answer Reserve the right to play Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose , ideas and suggestions True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Control should involve________ amount of information. Minimum Minimum

Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. internal transformation specialization

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to formal and informal rules, regulations and procedures that complements the company structure Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Systems True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. True True

Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Investment entry mode are Correct Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Your Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Your Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model , local model Match The Following

Question Vision or aspires to be. mission BHAG Fit

Correct Answer

Your Answer

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what a company wishes to become

what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals SWOT analysis

what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals first intensive target

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

All policies are 'statements' False False

Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Limitations of Traditional cost accounting are Correct Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Your Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing , It uses time as a unit of measure , Savings are in terms of time saved Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. vertical ( forward ) horizontal

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is based on a trigger mechanism for rapid response and immediate reassessment of strategy in the light of sudden and unexpected events Correct Answer Emergency alert contriol Your Answer Strategic surveillance Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number is Correct Answer Man-power planning Your Answer Man-power planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic , technology

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure True True

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Systems

The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Labour Fixed

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , simulation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , communication skills Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money , Knowledge True/False Question

Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger.

Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

False False

Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question They have time based utility Correct Answer Goals , Resources Your Answer Goals , Employess , Resources Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Your Answer Checking performance , Formulate plans , Reformulate strategies Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer potentials and competencies of organization. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question product groups. Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question ________category of goal. Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Vision , Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability communication skills , Decision making ability , Vision

Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into Co-ordination Centralization

A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is role model role model

supplier & technological environment is concerned with quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology

True/False Question indication of superior performance Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Single Answer Question resources effectively by Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an True True

A Large-scale community development project was funded to enable farmers to use local Asian Paints Asian Paints

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture takes the current industry structure and its future evolution as given and then react to the opportunities the market offers Correct Answer Adapters

Your Answer

Shapers

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The cornerstone of financial planning process of all organizations because of the cost, control and risk considerations which influence overall value of the firm is Correct Answer Capital structure planning Your Answer Structural planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer Board of director Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer import-export Your Answer import-export True/False Question influences that surround and affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Single Answer Question domain of activity is Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure ,

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and True True

These people are charged with the responsibility of continuous screening of performance? Audit committee Audit committee

Magnitude of the decision outcome and scope of their impact on the decision maker's significance risk

Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms True True

The various models of social responsibility are Vendors Model , Civic Model , Austere Model Civic Model , Austere Model , Vendors Model

Scheduling is a part of strategic management.

Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question firm. Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer Match The Following Question

False False

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis product performance analysis

The reasons for acquisition are Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Increased market power , Increased diversification

Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in number True True

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial False False

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence mission

Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. common enemy competitive

It indicates the degree of differentiation Structure Structure

Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Strategy Strategy

The super structure indicates ways in which company's tasks are integrated or coordinated True True

Business is rated on which dimensions Market attractiveness , Business strength Market attractiveness , Business strength , Competition level

An unhealthy portfolio has More dogs , Few stars More dogs , Few stars

Correct Answer

Your Answer

Ballast business Gap analysis desired and projected performance Corporate parenting Heartland business

Fit well but low opportunities

Fit well but low opportunities Difference between

Difference between desired and projected performance

Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question and financial analysis Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Single Answer Question abilities for assignments in the company Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question leaders Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Single Answer Question is Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer each other Your Answer each other Select The Blank Question producing Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer Match The Following

These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Chartered accountant , Auditor , Financial controller

It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and Staffing Staffing

The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. False True

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential Psychologists Psychologists

W in SWOT stands for inherent inadequacy of organization weakness of competitors

The strategies which deal with the relative and restricted function for allocation of resources Funcational streategies Funcational streategies

Factors encouraging joint ventures are uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of nonTraditional Traditional

Different kinds of information systems are Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system

Question Comparative analysis is Benchmarking is Michael Hammer & James Chapy GDP stands for

Correct Answer historical analysis competitive analysis Reengineering gross domestic product

Your Answer competitive analysis Reengineering value chain analysis gross domestic product

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Multiple Choice Single Answer Question stronger relationship with them is Correct Answer Your Answer

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time Time

Criteria for making an evaluation are Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB PR

________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Personal Personal

It refers to the relatively more durable company arrangements and relationships Structure Structure

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False False

A strategy used to learn more about customers need & behaviours in order to develop CRM CRM

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer encirclement attack , frontal attack , flank attack Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer Taxes, availability of buyers, market reaction Select The Blank Question Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Vertical integration is concerned with Correct Answer Supply chain True/False Question Companies have strengths in a number of areas but their key strength are few in number Correct Answer True True/False

Question All policies are 'statements' Correct Answer False Match The Following Question Correct Answer Ballast business Gap analysis desired and projected performance Corporate parenting success factors Heartland business Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities Difference between

Difference between desired and projected performance

Managing SBU's by a corporate

Misfit with understanding of critical

Give the highest priority

Give the highest priority

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture invests sufficiently to stay in the race but avoids pre-mature commitments Correct Answer Reserve the right to play Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the most important feature in the implementation of strategic management Correct Answer Leadership True/False Question The super structure indicates ways in which company's tasks are integrated or coordinated Correct Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario is Correct Answer Technology forecasting True/False Question Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. Correct Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It concentrates on organization design and work flow Correct Answer Flotilla True/False Question Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made Correct Answer True Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Select The Blank Question Economics of scale requires ________. Correct Answer high market share Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles , Distorted resource allocation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Select The Blank Question ________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Correct Answer Systems Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The traditional approach towards uncertainty is

Correct Answer Binary True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Select The Blank Question ________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Correct Answer Self-discipline Select The Blank Question A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routines & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions True/False Question Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time Correct Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Select The Blank Question Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. Correct Answer more usage Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Select The Blank Question ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Correct Answer Traditional Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check True/False Question Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees Correct Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Select The Blank Question Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. Correct Answer internal transformation Select The Blank Question Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. Correct Answer common enemy Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Top level Executives Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources Marketing goals Synopsis of marketing plan Synopsis of marketing plan

Executive summary Line Managers Responsibility actions Middle- level Managers effective allocation of resources

Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Ensuring Implementation of marketing

Ensuring proper tactical changes

Taking decisions regarding efficient and

True/False Question The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? Correct Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Select The Blank Question In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Correct Answer Delegation True/False Question Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms Correct Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is designed to monitor a broad range of events inside and outside the company that are likely to threaten a firm's strategy Correct Answer Strategic surveillance Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A Large-scale community development project was funded to enable farmers to use local resources effectively by Correct Answer Asian Paints Your Answer Asian Paints Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Your Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategy Correct Answer Crisis Your Answer Emergency Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Niche marketing means Correct Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Your Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Flotilla concept Flotilla concept

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer provide for an exit strategy , clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False False

________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Personal Personal

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the company Correct Answer Staffing Your Answer Staffing Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture plays a leadership role in establishing how the industry operates Correct Answer Shapers Your Answer Shapers Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure True True

Match The Following Question Maintain strategy Market follower are

Correct Answer stable environment imitator

Your Answer stable environment imitator

Market challenger are Turnaround strategy

bypass attack V.R.S.

bypass attack V.R.S.

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Economics of scale requires ________. high market share high market share

Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time True True

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy concentration strategy

________ is the company's most critical and scarest resource. Capital Capital

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is designed to monitor a broad range of events inside and outside the company that are likely to threaten a firm's strategy Correct Answer Strategic surveillance Your Answer Premise control Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders Leaders

Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. False False

A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

It indicates the degree of differentiation Structure Structure

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Debt , Risk , Equity True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Match The Following Question Comparative analysis is Benchmarking is Michael Hammer & James Chapy GDP stands for

Correct Answer historical analysis competitive analysis Reengineering gross domestic product

Your Answer historical analysis competitive analysis Reengineering gross domestic product

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. vertical ( backward ) integration horizontal integration

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs , Few stars Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Labour Labour

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False False

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Investment entry mode are Correct Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Your Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Merger takes place between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates

Control should involve________ amount of information. Minimum Minimum

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer cost reduction Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer strategy Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Your Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in ' The alternate futures ' scenario is Correct Answer Option Valuation model Your Answer Option Valuation model True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Myths , Rituals , Style Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario is Correct Answer Technology forecasting Your Answer Technology forecasting Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline Self-discipline

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the most important feature in the implementation of strategic management Correct Answer leadership Your Answer leadership Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A network of facilities and distribution that performs the functions of procurement of materials trasforming into intermediate and finished products & distributing them to customers is Correct Answer Supply chains Your Answer Supply chains Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Magnitude of the decision outcome and scope of their impact on the decision maker's domain of activity is Correct Answer significance Your Answer risk True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time Time

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management True/False Question surround and affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They are ultimately responsible for all the administrative aspects of strategic evaluation and control Correct Answer Chief executive Your Answer Board of directors True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Factors leading to personnel capability are________. IR, OB PRM

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. more usage more usage

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to formal and informal rules, regulations and procedures that complements the company structure Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Structure Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Limitations of Traditional cost accounting are Correct Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Your Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by research agencies , by consultants , by employees Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Match The Following Question Executive summary Line Managers Responsibility Middle- level Managers actions

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in number True True

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Modern Accounting

Correct Answer Synopsis of marketing plan

Your Answer Synopsis of marketing plan Ensuring proper tactical changes

Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Ensuring proper tactical changes

Ensuring Implementation of marketing

Top level Executives Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resourcesTaking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Match The Following Question

Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. common enemy common enemy

Correct Answer

Your Answer

Role of Chief Executive Officer

Responsible right from formulation / implementation to review of strategic management Link between company & external environment More focussed on product line & responsible for the co-ordination between SUBs & Senior Important link between strategizing & implementation Hired for specialized for new business or expertise Hired for specialized for new

Role of SUB-level Executive managements Role of consultants business or expertise

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Strategic business Units Strategic business Units

Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Time Time

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalization Your Answer Forecasting , Control mechanism Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Motivation Motivation

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilities Correct Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Your Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient True/False Question superior performance Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Maintain strategies means Correct Answer no change in strategies Your Answer move slowly & surely

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger. False False

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time Time

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Select The Blank Question self and others. Correct Answer Your Answer Match The Following Question Marketing a product Environmental Analysis Swot Analysis minimizing & avoiding strategies Marketing strategy

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on Self-awareness Self-awareness

Correct Answer Mass segmentation Social, Political, legal & technology

Your Answer Mass segmentation Social, Political, legal & technology Matching, converting,

Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies

Life cycle considerations

Life cycle considerations

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Statistical quality control

Your Answer

Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture takes the current industry structure and its future evolution as given and then react to the opportunities the market offers Correct Answer Adapters Your Answer Adapters True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Strategies , Resources Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Traditional Traditional

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A major part of strategy implementation is Correct Answer resource allocation Your Answer resource allocation True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Divestiture is opposed to diversification. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Strategy Strategy

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario is Correct Answer Technology forecasting Your Answer Technology forecasting Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Your Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is used extensively in organisation and is concerned with action or performance Correct Answer Operational control Your Answer Operational control Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Dogs , Question marks Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Match The Following Question Board of Directors environment Profit centers

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Flotilla concept Flotilla concept

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False False

Economics of scale requires ________. high market share high market share

Correct Answer

Your Answer Link between company & external

Link between company & external environment

S.B.U. s

S.B.U. s

S.B.U.s are more focused on their Manufacturing strategy

Product line/business Productivity

Product line/business Productivity

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Limitations of Traditional cost accounting are Correct Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Your Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

All policies are 'statements' False False

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Time Time

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Delegation Delegation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the most important feature in the implementation of strategic management Correct Answer leadership Your Answer leadership True/False Question

Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy

Correct Answer Your Answer

True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs , Few stars Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The traditional approach towards uncertainity is Correct Answer Binary Your Answer Binary Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy concentration strategy

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer potentials and competencies of organization. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The objective to maximize value of the enterprize by striking a mean between liquidity, risk and profitability is Correct Answer Receivables planning Your Answer Receivables planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Match The Following Question Fit Vision exists. mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis

Your Answer

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what the company is and why it

what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals

first intensive target

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. vertical ( backward ) integration vertical ( backward ) integration

Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Statistical quality control Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process True/False Question

Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same.

Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

False False

Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Strategy Strategy

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Change in company structure from divisional to matrix also mean changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Vertical integration is concerned with Correct Answer supply chain Your Answer supply chain Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Standardisation Standardisation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline

Your Answer

Self-discipline

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Match The Following Question strategic alliances means mutual benefit. vertical forward integration means horizontal integration means customers vertical backward integration means

Correct Answer

Your Answer two or more entities join hands for

two or more entities join hands for mutual benefit.

becoming your own customer

becoming your own customer additional product/service for same

additional product/service for same customers

becoming your own supplier

becoming your own supplier

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategy Correct Answer Operational evaluation Your Answer Operational evaluation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures True/False

Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together. Business Modular

Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Niche marketing means Correct Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Your Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Control should involve________ amount of information. Minimum Minimum

Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning ) Correct Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Your Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Expansion strategy means Correct Answer growth Your Answer growth Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy concentration strategy

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer Board of director

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? False True

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Statistical quality control

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy integration strategy

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Labour Labour

Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. False True

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Dogs , Question marks Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Strategic business Units Strategic business Units

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routined & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions Your Answer operational decisions Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , impact of organization on each sector Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning

Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

long- range planning

Control should involve________ amount of information. Minimum Minimum

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It concentrates on organisation design and work flow Correct Answer Flotilla Your Answer Cost Accounting Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Expansion strategy means Correct Answer growth Your Answer career development Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Economics of scale requires ________. high market share specialization

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer

Horizontal integration means customers Vertical forward integration means Position defense means Market follower are

Additional product/service for same customers Additional product/service for same

Becoming your own customer Fortification around one's territory Imitator

Becoming your own customer Fortification around one's territory Imitator

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". False False

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. True True

Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Standardisation Opportunities

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The cornerstone of financial planning process of all organizations because of the cost, control and risk considerations which influence overall value of the firm is Correct Answer Capital structure planning Your Answer Operational planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The strategies which deal with the relative and restricted function for allocation of resources is Correct Answer Funcational streategies Your Answer Ethical streategies Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Investment entry mode are Correct Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Your Answer licensing/franchising True/False Question performance Correct Answer Your Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The traditional approach towards uncertainity is Correct Answer Binary Your Answer Binary Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs , Few stars Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Co-ordination Centralization

Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. vertical ( backward ) integration vertical ( backward ) integration

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Match The Following Question 4 Ps are Sources of funds The retrieval and usage of information Management Capability The Personnel System

Correct Answer Product, Price, Place, Promotion Factor leading to financial capability

Your Answer Product, Price, Place, Promotion Factor leading to financial capability Factor leading to Information

Factor leading to Information Management Capability

Factor leading to Personnel Capability

Factor leading to Personnel Capability

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The super structure indicates ways in which company's tasks are integrated or coordinated True True

Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. common enemy aggressive

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Corporate strategy ensures Correct Answer fit between the firm and its environment Your Answer fit between the firm and its environment

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Concentric diversification means Correct Answer new activity related to existing business Your Answer social activity True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilities Correct Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Your Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Integrity Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Your Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. more usage more usage

Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Strategy Goals

Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer vision Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Traditional Traditional

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Statistical quality control Statistical quality control

Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. False False

Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategy Correct Answer Crisis Your Answer Control True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Strategies , Competence , Time Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The aim in stability strategies isCorrect Answer move slowly & surely Your Answer move slowly & surely Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer international model , global organizational model , multinational model Your Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Flotilla concept Flotilla concept

Divestiture is opposed to diversification. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number is Correct Answer Man-power planning Your Answer Man-power planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Match The Following Question

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

Correct Answer

Your Answer Managers to

Decision making Managers to develop the courage to make unconventional decisions develop the courage to make unconventional decisions Social Responsibility Lateral thinking chaotic situations

Managers to maintain high ethical standards Managers to maintain high ethical standards Managers to learn to deal with chaotic situations Managers to learn to deal with

Responsiveness Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes provide speedy responses to environmental changes

Managers to

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Psychologists Psychologists

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Match The Following Question Marketing a product Environmental Analysis Swot Analysis avoiding strategies Marketing strategy

Focused company is generally protected from competition. True False

________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Statistical quality control Flotilla concept

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

Correct Answer Mass segmentation Social, Political, legal & technology

Your Answer Mass segmentation Social, Political, legal & technology

Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies Matching, converting, minimizing &

Life cycle considerations

Life cycle considerations

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Your Answer taxes , availability of buyers , willingness of employees Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Responsibility towards society & community includes - Avoiding bad, smoky chimneys, & pollution of any kind and abiding by the Correct Answer Environment Protection Act Your Answer Environment Protection Act Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Knowledge of the relationships between choices, environment & outcomes is Correct Answer familiarity Your Answer familiarity Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength , Profit margin Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer cost reduction True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer vision True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Getting new users is a position defense strategy. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Individual appraisal Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Personal Personal

Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. internal transformation internal transformation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer Board of director Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline Self-discipline

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False True

Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Time Time

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Your Answer Checking performance , Formulate plans , Reformulate strategies Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Your Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Leadership Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Motivation Motivation

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology , quality & no. of suppliers Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture plays a leadership role in establishing how the industry operates Correct Answer Shapers Your Answer Adapters

Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis desired and projected performance Corporate parenting Heartland business

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities Difference between

Difference between desired and projected performance

Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

Managing SBU's by a corporate Give the highest priority

True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Delegation Delegation

ETOP stands for ________. environmental threat & opportunity profile environmental threat & opportunity profile

True/False Question Undec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A pictorial depiction of various outcomes of a decision is Correct Answer decision tree Your Answer risk analysis Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Contractual entry modes are Correct Answer licensing / franchising Your Answer licensing / franchising True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Limitations of Traditional cost accounting are Correct Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Your Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing , It uses time as a unit of measure Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets

Your Answer

Finance department

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. role model role model

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer customer & dealers Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Match The Following Question Crisis Management Milestone review Long and short term controls Variance

Correct Answer leads to organisational learning Another method of implementation control Balanced approach to evaluation Actual and budgeted performance

Your Answer First step of signal detection Another method of implementation control Balanced approach to evaluation Actual and budgeted performance

Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Motivation True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Select The Blank Question Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Correct Answer Standardisation Your Answer Standardisation True/False Question Focused company is generally protected from competition. Correct Answer True Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Your Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Chartered accountant , Auditor , Financial controller Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer External auditor Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Integrity & thoughtfulness , Lack of emotions Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer vision Match The Following Question strategic alliances means benefit.

Correct Answer

Your Answer two or more entities join hands for mutual

two or more entities join hands for mutual benefit.

vertical forward integration means horizontal integration means

becoming your own customer

becoming your own customer

additional product/service for same customers

additional product/service for same customers becoming your own supplier

vertical backward integration means

becoming your own supplier

Match The Following Question Ballast business Gap analysis performance Corporate parenting

Correct Answer Fit well but low opportunities

Your Answer Fit well but low opportunities Difference between desired and projected

Difference between desired and projected performance

Managing SBU's by a corporate

Managing SBU's by a corporate

Heartland business

Give the highest priority

Give the highest priority

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer import-export , govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure Select The Blank Question Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer Time Your Answer Time Select The Blank Question ________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Correct Answer Personal Your Answer Personal True/False Question HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & machine hours. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question ________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Traditional Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the company Correct Answer Staffing Your Answer Staffing Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile True/False Question Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Correct Answer Co-ordination Your Answer Co-ordination Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A Large-scale community development project was funded to enable farmers to use local resources effectively by Correct Answer Asian Paints Your Answer ITC Ltd. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other True/False Question Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made Correct Answer True Your Answer True Select The Blank Question ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Correct Answer Traditional Your Answer Traditional Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Limitations of Traditional cost accounting are Correct Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Your Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing , Savings are in terms of time saved True/False Question Change in company structure from divisional to matrix also mean changes in the systems in various degrees Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is used extensively in organisation and is concerned with action or performance Correct Answer Operational control Your Answer Operational control True/False Question Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. Correct Answer False Your Answer True True/False Question Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Factors of appraisal , Procedure of appraisal , Individual appraisal True/False Question Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. Correct Answer True Your Answer False True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer False

Select The Blank Question Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Your Answer vertical ( forward ) Select The Blank Question Control should involve________ amount of information. Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer Maximum True/False Question Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It provides a way to bring in the people dimension in macro company analysis without using psychological models of human behaviour Correct Answer Culture Your Answer Role Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer internal analysis Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Select The Blank Question ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Self-awareness Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They are ultimately responsible for all the administrative aspects of strategic evaluation and control Correct Answer Chief executive Your Answer Board of directors Select The Blank Question Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense. Correct Answer counteroffensive Your Answer counteroffensive Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture plays a leadership role in establishing how the industry operates Correct Answer Shapers Your Answer Shapers

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right time Correct Answer Premise control Your Answer Milestone review Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Magnitude of the decision outcome and scope of their impact on the decision maker's domain of activity is Correct Answer significance Your Answer significance LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. vertical ( forward ) vertical ( forward )

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Horizontal integration is concerned with Correct Answer product lines Your Answer product lines Select The Blank Question Correct Answer

A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________ integration. horizontal

Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

vertical ( forward)

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy concentration strategy

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

True/False Question Undec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Standardisation Standardisation

Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are moves that will pay off irrespective of what happens in the future Correct Answer No-regret moves Your Answer No-regret moves Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Structure Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to formal and informal rules, regulations and procedures that complements the company structure Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Systems Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process

Match The Following Question Marketing a product Environmental Analysis Swot Analysis avoiding strategies Marketing strategy

Correct Answer Mass segmentation Social, Political, legal & technology

Your Answer Mass segmentation Social, Political, legal & technology Matching, converting, minimizing &

Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies

Life cycle considerations

Life cycle considerations

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Niche marketing means Correct Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Your Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question They have time based utility Correct Answer Goals , Resources Your Answer Goals , Resources Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Your Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario is Correct Answer Technology forecasting Your Answer Technology forecasting True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Concentric diversification means Correct Answer new activity related to existing business

Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question and others. Correct Answer Your Answer

new activity related to existing business

Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. internal transformation internal transformation

Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time True True

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. True True

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self Self-awareness Self-awareness

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation , Specialisation Your Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Labour Labour

Getting new users is a position defense strategy. False False

Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True

Your Answer

True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs , Few stars True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. False False

Match The Following Question Fit Vision aspires to be. mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis

Your Answer SWOT analysis what a company wishes to become or

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

what the company is and why it exists.what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Your Answer Knowledge level system , Management level system , Operational level system True/False Question Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. Correct Answer True Your Answer True Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Premise control Identifies key assumptions Identifies key assumptions Emergency alert control evaluation Type of strategic control Type of strategic control Strategic evaluation Effectiveness of strategy Effectiveness of strategy Rely on short term assessment Barrier in evaluation Audit and Executive committee

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer Strategy Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Organizational models are Correct Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model Your Answer multinational model , international model , local model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management

Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Merger takes place Correct Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Your Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to the relatively more durable company arrangements and relationships Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Strategy True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer internal analysis Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Select The Blank Question Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Correct Answer Psychologists Your Answer Psychologists Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The objective to maximize value of the enterprize by striking a mean between liquidity, risk and profitability is Correct Answer Receivables planning Your Answer Dividend planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer Corporate appraisal programme Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , communication skills Select The Blank Question Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Your Answer vertical ( forward ) Select The Blank Question Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. Correct Answer internal transformation Your Answer target Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are

Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , internal inadequacies Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Your Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning are Correct Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export Your Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , internal inadequacies Select The Blank Question The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Correct Answer Strategic business Units Your Answer Strategic business Units True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Expansion strategy means Correct Answer growth Your Answer growth True/False Question Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is based on a trigger mechanism for rapid response and immediate reassessment of strategy in the light of sudden and unexpected events Correct Answer Emergency alert contriol Your Answer Emergency alert contriol Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , what the organization strives for. Select The Blank Question Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. Correct Answer common enemy Your Answer aggressive Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft

Correct Answer vision Your Answer vision Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer mission Select The Blank Question Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Your Answer diagonal integration Select The Blank Question Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer Time Your Answer Strategy True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A pictorial depiction of various outcomes of a decision is Correct Answer decision tree Your Answer decision tree Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Crisis Management leads to organisational learning leads to organisational learning Milestone review Another method of implementation control Chacking of performance Long and short term controls Balanced approach to evaluation Another method of implementation control Variance Actual and budgeted performance Actual and budgeted performance

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Responsibility towards society & community includes - Avoiding bad, smoky chimneys, & pollution of any kind and abiding by the Correct Answer Environment Protection Act Your Answer Environment Protection Act Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number is Correct Answer Man-power planning Your Answer Man-power planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , communication skills True/False Question Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. Correct Answer False Your Answer True True/False Question Change in company structure from divisional to matrix also mean changes in the systems in various degrees Correct Answer True Your Answer True True/False Question Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms Correct Answer True

Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer provide for an exit strategy , clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures Your Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A strategy used to learn more about customers need & behaviours in order to develop stronger relationship with them is Correct Answer CRM Your Answer CRM Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures Select The Blank Question Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Correct Answer Standardisation Your Answer Standardisation Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer core competence Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture invests sufficiently to stay in the race but avoids pre-mature commitments Correct Answer Reserve the right to play Your Answer Reserve the right to play True/False Question The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior performance Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Correct Answer Strategy Your Answer Strategy Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Your Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Select The Blank Question Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________.

Correct Answer more usage Your Answer more usage Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implications Correct Answer Board of director Your Answer Board of director Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer target Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. True/False Question Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy Correct Answer True Your Answer True True/False Question Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Maintain strategy stable environment stable environment Market follower are imitator imitator Market challenger are bypass attack bypass attack Turnaround strategy V.R.S. diversification

True/False Question Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective action Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets True/False Question The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and affect it." Correct Answer True Your Answer True Select The Blank Question ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Self-awareness Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer internal analysis Select The Blank Question Economics of scale requires ________. Correct Answer high market share Your Answer high market share Select The Blank Question Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Correct Answer Co-ordination Your Answer Centralization Select The Blank Question A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Your Answer horizontal Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this level , the effort is directed at assessing the consistency of strategy with the environment Correct Answer Strategic evaluation Your Answer Strategic evaluation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems True/False Question Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in number Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer weakness of competitors Select The Blank Question ________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Correct Answer Motivation Your Answer Motivation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves

Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Fit SWOT analysis SWOT analysis Vision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. mission what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists. BHAG big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons True/False Question Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A major part of strategy implementation is Correct Answer resource allocation Your Answer resource allocation True/False Question The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Magnitude of the decision outcome and scope of their impact on the decision maker's domain of activity is Correct Answer significance Your Answer risk

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core values , core purpose Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture invests sufficiently to stay in the race but avoids pre-mature commitments Correct Answer Reserve the right to play

Your Answer Reserve the right to play Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routined & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions Your Answer operational decisions Select The Blank Question Factors leading to personnel capability are________. Correct Answer IR, OB Your Answer PR Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Knowledge True/False Question Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger. Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A network of facilities and distribution that performs the functions of procurement of materials trasforming into intermediate and finished products & distributing them to customers is Correct Answer Supply chains Your Answer Supply chains True/False Question Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structure Correct Answer True Your Answer True True/False Question Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Dogs , Question marks , Stars Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They are ultimately responsible for all the administrative aspects of strategic evaluation and control Correct Answer Chief executive Your Answer Chief executive

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , impact of organization on each sector Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Equity , Return , Debt Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer cost reduction Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased speed to market , Increased market power , Increased diversification Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are applied to structured or routine problems are Correct Answer programmed decisions Your Answer programmed decisions True/False Question HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & machine hours. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other True/False Question Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Select The Blank Question ________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Correct Answer Flotilla concept Your Answer General Electric Model Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer core competence Select The Blank Question Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Your Answer vertical ( forward ) True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. Correct Answer False Your Answer True True/False

Question Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Select The Blank Question Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Your Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Premise control Identifies key assumptions Identifies key assumptions Emergency alert control evaluation Type of strategic control Type of strategic control Strategic evaluation Effectiveness of strategy Effectiveness of strategy Rely on short term assessment Barrier in evaluation Barrier in evaluation

Select The Blank Question Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer Time Your Answer Time Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Select The Blank Question ________ is the company's most critical and scarest resource. Correct Answer Capital Your Answer Capital Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning True/False Question Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The traditional approach towards uncertainity is Correct Answer Binary Your Answer Binary Select The Blank Question Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________.

Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer internal analysis Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Maintain strategy stable environment stable environment Market follower are imitator imitator Market challenger are bypass attack bypass attack Turnaround strategy V.R.S. V.R.S.

True/False Question All policies are 'statements' Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategy Correct Answer Operational evaluation Your Answer Operational evaluation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Select The Blank Question ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Correct Answer Traditional Your Answer Traditional

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer potentials and competencies of organization. Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The traditional approach towards uncertainity is Correct Answer Binary Your Answer Binary Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Your Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Select The Blank Question Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Michael Porter's model for Industry Analysis Select The Blank Question Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Correct Answer Standardisation

Your Answer Standardisation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number is Correct Answer Man-power planning Your Answer Man-power planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Select The Blank Question In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Correct Answer Delegation Your Answer Delegation True/False Question Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Structure Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. True/False Question The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and affect it." Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Concentric diversification means Correct Answer new activity related to existing business Your Answer new activity related to existing business True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence True/False Question The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior performance Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer availability of buyers , market reaction , taxes Your Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Maintain strategy stable environment stable environment Market follower are imitator imitator Market challenger are bypass attack bypass attack Turnaround strategy V.R.S. V.R.S.

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management True/False Question Getting new users is a position defense strategy. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer Time Your Answer Time Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The cornerstone of financial planning process of all organizations because of the cost, control and risk considerations which influence overall value of the firm is Correct Answer Capital structure planning Your Answer Capital structure planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This portfolio involves major capital investments which will result in either large pay offs or large losses Correct Answer Big bets Your Answer Big bets Select The Blank Question Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. Correct Answer concentration strategy Your Answer concentration strategy Select The Blank

Question Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leaders Correct Answer Psychologists Your Answer Psychologists True/False Question Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Your Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Multiple Choice Single Answer Question An approach that strives to follow ethical principles and percepts is Correct Answer Moral management Your Answer Moral management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The reasons for acquisition are Correct Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Your Answer Increased market power , Increased diversification , Increased speed to market Select The Blank Question A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Your Answer horizontal Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Crisis Management leads to organisational learning leads to organisational learning Milestone review Another method of implementation control Another method of implementation control Long and short term controls Balanced approach to evaluation Balanced approach to evaluation Variance Actual and budgeted performance Actual and budgeted performance

Select The Blank Question ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Correct Answer Traditional Your Answer Traditional True/False Question Undec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Self-awareness True/False Question Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question Merger takes place Correct Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Your Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates True/False Question All policies are 'statements' Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Correct Answer Time Your Answer Time Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Investment entry mode are Correct Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Your Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategy Correct Answer Operational evaluation Your Answer Operational evaluation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Your Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Crisis Management leads to organisational learning leads to organisational learning Milestone review Another method of implementation control Another method of implementation control Long and short term controls Balanced approach to evaluation Balanced approach to evaluation Variance Actual and budgeted performance Actual and budgeted performance

True/False Question Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of time Correct Answer True Your Answer True True/False Question The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question All policies are 'statements' Correct Answer False Your Answer False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilities Correct Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Your Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It refers to formal and informal rules, regulations and procedures that complements the company structure Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Systems Select The Blank Question ________ identifies the impact of any change on performance Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Statistical quality control True/False Question The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The preparation of ETOP involves Correct Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative. Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Fit SWOT analysis SWOT analysis Vision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. mission what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists. BHAG big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

True/False Question The super structure indicates ways in which company's tasks are integrated or coordinated Correct Answer True Your Answer True Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Select The Blank Question ETOP stands for ________. Correct Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Your Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Select The Blank Question Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. Correct Answer more usage Your Answer more usage

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Niche marketing means Correct Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Your Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Debt , Equity Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Select The Blank Question Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration. Correct Answer vertical ( forward ) Your Answer vertical ( forward ) Select The Blank Question ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Correct Answer Traditional Your Answer Traditional Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer philosophy, public image Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management True/False Question Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. Correct Answer False Your Answer True Select The Blank Question Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Correct Answer Standardisation Your Answer Standardisation Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This portfolio involves major capital investments which will result in either large pay offs or large losses Correct Answer Big bets

Your Answer Big bets Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Retrenchment strategy means Correct Answer contraction of business activities Your Answer contraction of business activities True/False Question Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Statistical quality control Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Investment entry mode are Correct Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Your Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Select The Blank Question ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc. Correct Answer Operational level systems Your Answer Operational level systems Select The Blank Question The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Correct Answer Labour Your Answer Labour Select The Blank Question ________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Systems True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. Correct Answer False Your Answer False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the company Correct Answer Staffing Your Answer Staffing

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Your Answer market reaction , taxes , availability of buyers Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Sharplin S.M. is the formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization. S.M. is the formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization. Glueck S.M. is a stream of decisions & actions S.M. is a stream of decisions & actions Hofer S.M. is the process, which deals with organizational renewal & growth. S.M. is the process, which deals with organizational renewal & growth. Ansoff S.M. is the systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment. S.M. is the systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment.

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Your Answer inherent inadequacy of organization Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer vision Select The Blank Question ETOP stands for ________. Correct Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Your Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It concentrates on organisation design and work flow Correct Answer Flotilla Your Answer Flotilla Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A Large-scale community development project was funded to enable farmers to use local resources effectively by Correct Answer Asian Paints Your Answer Asian Paints Select The Blank Question ________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together. Correct Answer Business Your Answer Business Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Niche marketing means Correct Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist Your Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialist

Select The Blank Question Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Statistical quality control Select The Blank Question ________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Systems Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer philosophy, public image True/False Question Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question Undec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Select The Blank Question Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense. Correct Answer counteroffensive Your Answer counteroffensive Multiple Choice Single Answer Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Fit SWOT analysis SWOT analysis Vision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. mission what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists. BHAG big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Select The Blank Question GATT stands for ________. Correct Answer general agreement on trade & tariff Your Answer general agreement on trade & tariff True/False Question Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change

Correct Answer True Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Maintain strategies means Correct Answer no change in strategies Your Answer no change in strategies Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This portfolio involves major capital investments which will result in either large pay offs or large losses Correct Answer Big bets Your Answer Big bets True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC) Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Your Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic True/False Question Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is the most important feature in the implementation of strategic management Correct Answer leadership Your Answer leadership True/False Question The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"? Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The aim in stability strategies isCorrect Answer move slowly & surely Your Answer move slowly & surely Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal Your Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right time Correct Answer Premise control Your Answer Premise control Select The Blank Question In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Correct Answer Delegation Your Answer Delegation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants True/False Question Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms Correct Answer True Your Answer True True/False Question Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. Correct Answer False Your Answer False Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Select The Blank Question Control should involve________ amount of information. Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer Minimum Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Select The Blank Question ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Self-awareness Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS True/False Question performance Correct Answer

The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior True

Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

True

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False False

The super structure indicates ways in which company's tasks are integrated or coordinated True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in number True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Leaders Leaders

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made True True

Match The Following Question Fit Vision aspires to be. mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis

Your Answer SWOT analysis what a company wishes to become or

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals

what the company is and why it exists.

big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Your Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system Select The Blank Question

Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy.

Correct Answer Your Answer

vertical ( backward ) integration vertical ( backward ) integration

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer long- range planning Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Your Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Your Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysis Correct Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller Your Answer Auditor , Financial controller , Company secretary Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy concentration strategy

All policies are 'statements' False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Responsibility towards society & community includes - Avoiding bad, smoky chimneys, & pollution of any kind and abiding by the Correct Answer Environment Protection Act Your Answer Environment Protection Act Multiple Choice Single Answer Question They are ultimately responsible for all the administrative aspects of strategic evaluation and control Correct Answer Chief executive Your Answer Chief executive True/False Question Correct Answer

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False

Your Answer

False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number is Correct Answer Man-power planning Your Answer Man-power planning Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario is Correct Answer Technology forecasting Your Answer Technology forecasting Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The culture of a company is conveyed through Correct Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Your Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Contractual entry modes are Correct Answer licensing / franchising Your Answer licensing / franchising Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Strategies , Resources True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mass media includes Correct Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Your Answer radio, TV, internet etc. Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Strategic business Units Strategic business Units

________ is the company's most critical and scarest resource. Capital Capital

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by

Correct Answer Your Answer

by employees , by research agencies , by consultants by employees , by research agencies , by consultants

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The Hallmarks for self-regulation are Correct Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Your Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulness Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Your Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The objective to maximize value of the enterprize by striking a mean between liquidity, risk and profitability is Correct Answer Receivables planning Your Answer Receivables planning Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question and others. Correct Answer Your Answer

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self Self-awareness Self-awareness

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The decisions which are relate to daily decisions like leave records etc. which are mundane in nature & highly routined & can be done at a junior level are Correct Answer operational decisions Your Answer operational decisions Match The Following Question Retrenchment Strategies

Correct Answer

Your Answer

Contraction of activities through elimination of the scope of one or more of its business Contraction of activities through elimination of the scope of one or more of its business

Divestment Strategies portion of a business Turnaround Strategies

Involves the sale or liquidation of a portion of a business

Involves the sale or liquidation of a

Retrenchments - either internally or externally Retrenchments - either internally or externally

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Select The Blank Question Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Correct Answer Co-ordination Your Answer Co-ordination Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer competitors Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A strategy used to learn more about customers need & behaviours in order to develop stronger relationship with them is Correct Answer CRM Your Answer CRM Match The Following Question Fit Vision aspires to be. mission BHAG

Correct Answer SWOT analysis

Your Answer SWOT analysis what a company wishes to become or

what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists. big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. True False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The control process requires the following types of information Correct Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Your Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Techniques used in environmental appraisal are Correct Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping Your Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , simulation , Dynamic modes and mapping Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors encouraging joint ventures are Correct Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other Your Answer uneconomical separate existence , sharing competence of each other , monopoly of one company Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question supplier & technological environment is concerned with Correct Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology Your Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer target Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Changes in company structure also necessitates changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Denominator management Correct Answer cost reduction Your Answer cost reduction Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is concerned with Correct Answer long- range planning Your Answer controlling Select The Blank Question ________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Correct Answer Motivation Your Answer Motivation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question A Company's strategy Correct Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate Your Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Only factor determing it's success or failure , may result in disaster if inappropriate Select The Blank Question A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal. Correct Answer role model Your Answer role model Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning ) Correct Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Your Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information Multiple Choice Single Answer Question At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategy Correct Answer Operational evaluation Your Answer Operational evaluation Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic management Correct Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer Managers to develop the

Decision making Managers to develop the courage to make unconventional decisions courage to make unconventional decisions Social Responsibility Managers to maintain high ethical standards

Managers to maintain high ethical standards

Lateral thinking

Managers to learn to deal with chaotic situations Managers to learn to deal with chaotic situations

Responsiveness Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes

Select The Blank Question Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Your Answer vertical ( backward ) integration True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices. False True

Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Degree to which the decision maker is accountable for the outcomes of the decision is Correct Answer accountability Your Answer ambiguity Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is based on a trigger mechanism for rapid response and immediate reassessment of strategy in the light of sudden and unexpected events Correct Answer Emergency alert contriol Your Answer Emergency alert contriol Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategy Correct Answer Crisis Your Answer Crisis True/False Question affect it." Correct Answer Your Answer

The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Horizontal integration is concerned with Correct Answer product lines Your Answer product lines Select The Blank Question Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________ Correct Answer Statistical quality control Your Answer Statistical quality control Select The Blank Question The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Correct Answer Labour Your Answer Labour

Select The Blank Question ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Emotional quotient True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. False False

Scheduling is a part of strategic management. False True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Research and planning , Forecasting Your Answer Research and planning , Forecasting , Departmentalisation True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. True True

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer Strategy Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer mission Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check Your Answer Checking performance , Formulate plans , Reformulate strategies True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

All policies are 'statements' False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question An unhealthy portfolio has Correct Answer More dogs , Few stars Your Answer More dogs

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by research agencies , by rivals , by consultants True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy True True

Select The Blank Question ________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Correct Answer Leaders Your Answer Leaders Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario is Correct Answer Technology forecasting Your Answer Technology forecasting Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Empower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- Microsoft Correct Answer vision Your Answer vision Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Time Time

Change in company structure from divisional to matrix also mean changes in the systems in various degrees True True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Various phases of Growth are Correct Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Your Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordination Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Systems Systems

Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. internal analysis internal analysis

Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. concentration strategy concentration strategy

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Merger takes place Correct Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Your Answer between a buyer and a seller , to avail tax concessions , to increase growth rates Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Limitations of Traditional cost accounting are Correct Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing Your Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. True True

Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change True True

The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Strategic business Units Strategic business Units

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Criteria for making an evaluation are Correct Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Your Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , Money Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core purpose , core values Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

________ and greater accountability replace formal control. Self-discipline Self-discipline

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategy Correct Answer Crisis Your Answer Crisis Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer S.M. is the

Sharplin S.M. is the formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization. formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization. Glueck S.M. is a stream of decisions & actions S.M. is a stream of decisions & actions

Hofer S.M. is the process, which deals with organizational renewal & growth. deals with organizational renewal & growth.

S.M. is the process, which

Ansoff S.M. is the systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment. systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment.

S.M. is the

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Strategic management is mainly the responsibility of Correct Answer Top Management Your Answer Top Management Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups. Co-ordination Co-ordination

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. Your Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment. True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The cornerstone of financial planning process of all organizations because of the cost, control and risk considerations which influence overall value of the firm is Correct Answer Capital structure planning Your Answer Capital structure planning Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various areas covered by social responsibility are Correct Answer Outer Circle , Inner Circle , Intermediate circle Your Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct Answer goals , policies , procedures Your Answer goals , policies , procedures True/False Question

Macro environment has got immediate impact on business.

Correct Answer Your Answer

False False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Your Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model Multiple Choice Single Answer Question These are moves that will pay off irrespective of what happens in the future Correct Answer No-regret moves Your Answer No-regret moves Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________ integration. horizontal vertical ( forward)

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It is based on a trigger mechanism for rapid response and immediate reassessment of strategy in the light of sudden and unexpected events Correct Answer Emergency alert contriol Your Answer Emergency alert contriol Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Strategic intent Correct Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Your Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question market research is conducted by Correct Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Your Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants Match The Following Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer Managers to develop the

Decision making Managers to develop the courage to make unconventional decisions courage to make unconventional decisions Social Responsibility Lateral thinking Managers to maintain high ethical standards

Managers to maintain high ethical standards

Managers to learn to deal with chaotic situations Managers to learn to deal with chaotic situations

Responsiveness Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes

Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. core competence core competence

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This portfolio involves major capital investments which will result in either large pay offs or large losses Correct Answer Big bets Your Answer Big bets Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system

Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system

Getting new users is a position defense strategy. False False

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture invests sufficiently to stay in the race but avoids pre-mature commitments Correct Answer Reserve the right to play Your Answer Reserve the right to play True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer Select The Blank Question Correct Answer Your Answer True/False Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". False False

Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. True True

GATT stands for ________. general agreement on trade & tariff general agreement on trade & tariff

Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms True True