MNG2602_Exam Quiz With Answers.

MNG2602_Exam Quiz With Answers. Questions 1 and 2 Consider the following four quotes from top management at four different organisations, and answer questions 1 and 2. “Teams are emphasised in our company as fundamental units of activity. Managers’ team leader skills are developed through on-the-job training.” – John Oliver, CEO “We have decided to stop using temporary contract workers. This decision, among others, was recently made by top management.” – Ruth Daily, CEO “We have close relationships with our suppliers and customers. Our employees come from various backgrounds and are equipped to deal with these stakeholders’ needs.” – Thabo Mmako, CEO “There are many levels of management in our company, allowing for employee promotion. Our emphasis is on efficiency.” – Tebogo Ramphago, CEO CONFIDENTIAL Page 4 of 16 MNG2602 May/June 2020 1. Based on the four CEO’s quotations, which of the CEO’s organisations can be classified as “new” or “contemporary” organisations? Clearly justify your answer and indicate why the other options are incorrect. 1 Ruth Daily’s and John Oliver’s 2 John Oliver’s and Thabo Mmako’s 3 Tebogo Ramphago’s and Ruth Daily’s 4 Thabo Mmako’s and Tebogo Ramphago’s (2 marks) 2. Mr Oliver’s statement refers to the _______ feature of the new organisation model, while Mrs Ramphago’s statement refers to the levels and _______ dimensions. 1 flexibility; critical tasks 2 mindset; flatter and leaner 3 management style; culture 4 networked; strategic focus (1 mark)