Strengths and Weaknesses of
Motivational Theories Exam Questions
with Correct Answers
Goal Setting Theory - Stengths - ANSWER-· Strengthens the manager and employee
relationship (collaboration and feedback)
· Is centred on individuals achieving goals which can directly link to organisational
goals, resulting in improved performance of individuals and organisations.
· Specific and clear goals can be set and management are able to measure the
achievement of these goals. This can help organisation's to develop direction and
purpose.
The positive feedback will empower employees and make them feel valued which can
motivate them to improve work performance for a sustained period of time.
Goal Setting Theory - Weakness - ANSWER-· Implementation can be time
consuming .....step this out.
May be difficult to align (match up) team/individual goals with the goals of the
organisation.
Hierarchy of Needs - Strengths - ANSWER-· Management has the opportunity to meet
each level of employee's needs...eg...........
The achievement of higher order needs, such as esteem ( with recognition provided),
will generate stronger and more positive employer-employee relationships.
Hierarchy of Needs - Weakness - ANSWER-· Managers need to be aware that
employees may be at different levels of needs in the hierarchy and thus need to adopt
different strategies. This can be time consuming.
· This theory has been criticised for not taking into account cultural differences .....some
cultures, for e.g place most emphasis on social needs above other needs.
Motivational Theories Exam Questions
with Correct Answers
Goal Setting Theory - Stengths - ANSWER-· Strengthens the manager and employee
relationship (collaboration and feedback)
· Is centred on individuals achieving goals which can directly link to organisational
goals, resulting in improved performance of individuals and organisations.
· Specific and clear goals can be set and management are able to measure the
achievement of these goals. This can help organisation's to develop direction and
purpose.
The positive feedback will empower employees and make them feel valued which can
motivate them to improve work performance for a sustained period of time.
Goal Setting Theory - Weakness - ANSWER-· Implementation can be time
consuming .....step this out.
May be difficult to align (match up) team/individual goals with the goals of the
organisation.
Hierarchy of Needs - Strengths - ANSWER-· Management has the opportunity to meet
each level of employee's needs...eg...........
The achievement of higher order needs, such as esteem ( with recognition provided),
will generate stronger and more positive employer-employee relationships.
Hierarchy of Needs - Weakness - ANSWER-· Managers need to be aware that
employees may be at different levels of needs in the hierarchy and thus need to adopt
different strategies. This can be time consuming.
· This theory has been criticised for not taking into account cultural differences .....some
cultures, for e.g place most emphasis on social needs above other needs.
