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STRATEGIC MGMT 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

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

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question The major issues of appraisal system are Correct Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question An approach that strives to follow ethical principles and percepts is Correct Answer Moral management

Select The Blank Question ________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Correct Answer Flotilla concept

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

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

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question A pictorial depiction of various outcomes of a decision is Correct Answer decision tree

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

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Question Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer FALSE

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

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

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment.

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

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

Select The Blank Question Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. Correct Answer internal transformation

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

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

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

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image

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Question Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm. Correct Answer FALSE

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

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Program is a combination of Correct 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

Select The Blank Question ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Correct Answer Traditional

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

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

True/False Question Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. Correct Answer TRUE

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

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

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

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Ballast business Fit well but low opportunities Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Corporate parenting Managing SBU's by a corporate Heartland business Give the highest priority

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

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

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

Match The Following Question Correct Answer 4 Ps are Product, Price, Place, Promotion Sources of funds Factor leading to financial capability The retrieval and usage of information Factor leading to Information Management Capability The Personnel System Factor leading to Personnel Capability

True/False Question Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". Correct Answer FALSE

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

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles

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

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

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question T in SWOT, refers to Correct Answer 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 Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made Correct Answer TRUE SECOND PAPER True/False Question Getting new users is a position defense strategy. Correct Answer FALSE


Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture plays a leadership role in establishing how the industry operates Correct Answer 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 Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength

True/False Question Focused company is generally protected from competition. Correct Answer 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

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 A major part of strategy implementation is Correct Answer resource allocation

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question General Electric Matrix is divided into how many cells Correct Answer 9

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Reformulate strategies , Checking performance , Standard check

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

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

True/False Question Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. Correct Answer FALSE

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Different kinds of information systems are Correct Answer 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 Financial environment is concerned with Correct Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets

Select The Blank Question ________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together. Correct Answer Business

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Degree to which the decision maker is accountable for the outcomes of the decision is Correct Answer accountability

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

Select The Blank Question Economics of scale requires ________. Correct Answer high market share

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

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture are Correct Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction


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

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The tool used for future decision making in 'True Ambiguity' scenario is Correct Answer Non-linear dynamic model

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Comparative analysis is historical analysis Benchmarking is competitive analysis

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Select The Blank Question GATT stands for ________. Correct Answer general agreement on trade & tariff

True/False Question The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior performance Correct Answer 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 Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change Correct Answer TRUE


Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Horizontal integration is concerned with Correct Answer product lines

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question They have time based utility Correct Answer Goals , Resources

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

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Programs Combination of goals, policies, rules Policies General statements and understanding which, guide thinking in decision-making Procedures Are plans and a guide to action Rules Spell out specific action or non-action

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

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

True/False Question Divestiture is opposed to diversification. Correct Answer FALSE

THIRD PAPER Select The Blank Question GATT stands for ________. Correct Answer general agreement on trade & tariff

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

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



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

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

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

True/False Question Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared. Correct Answer TRUE

True/False Question According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. Correct Answer TRUE

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

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation

True/False Question Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change Correct 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

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

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

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


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 Correct Answer Premise control Identifies key assumptions Emergency alert control evaluation Type of strategic control Strategic evaluation Effectiveness of strategy Rely on short term assessment Barrier in evaluation


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

Select The Blank Question ________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Correct Answer Motivation

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


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 W in SWOT stands for Correct Answer inherent inadequacy of organization

Select The Blank Question Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Correct Answer Time

Select The Blank Question Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal. Correct Answer internal transformation

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




Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Contractual entry modes are Correct Answer licensing / franchising

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

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct 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

Select The Blank Question ETOP stands for ________. Correct Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile

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

True/False Question Getting new users is a position defense strategy. Correct Answer FALSE

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


Match The Following Question Correct Answer Fit SWOT analysis Vision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. mission what the company is and why it exists. BHAG big headed audacious goals

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

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

Select The Blank Question ________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Correct Answer 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 The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger company Correct Answer Strategic business Units

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


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 Core purpose Correct Answer mission

Select The Blank Question ETOP stands for ________. Correct Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question An approach that strives to follow ethical principles and percepts is Correct 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



Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right time Correct Answer Premise control

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

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

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Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer FALSE


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

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

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

Select The Blank Question ________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Correct Answer Motivation

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

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Measures to take corrective action Correct Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard check


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


True/False Question Focused company is generally protected from competition.

Correct Answer TRUE True/False Question Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. Correct Answer 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 Correct Answer Board of Directors Link between company & external environment Profit centers S.B.U. s S.B.U.s are more focused on their Product line/business Manufacturing strategy Productivity

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

Select The Blank Question ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Correct Answer 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


Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Principles to manage strategic alliances are Correct 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

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

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

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Performance is affected by Correct Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles


Match The Following Question Correct Answer Fit SWOT analysis Vision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. mission what the company is and why it exists. BHAG big headed audacious goals


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


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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 Control should involve________ amount of information. Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer 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 Correct Answer Your Answer Maintain strategy stable environment diversification Market follower are imitator bypass attack Market challenger are bypass attack imitator Turnaround strategy V.R.S. differentiation

Select The Blank Question Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. Correct Answer common enemy Your Answer competitive

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Marketing a product Mass segmentation Availability of resources Environmental Analysis Social, Political, legal & technology Life cycle considerations Swot Analysis Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies Product formulated Marketing strategy Life cycle considerations Mass segmentation

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

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

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 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 Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new. 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.

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

True/False Question Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. Correct Answer 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 ________ relationships are effective in communicating complex information Correct Answer Personal Your Answer Personal

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 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 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 Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. 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 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 Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________. Correct Answer more usage Your Answer more usage

Select The Blank Question ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producing Correct Answer Traditional Your Answer Mathematical

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 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 Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________. Correct Answer internal analysis Your Answer 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 ________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Correct Answer Systems Your Answer 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 In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels. Correct Answer Delegation Your Answer 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 Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. 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 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 Correct Answer Your Answer Comparative analysis is historical analysis value chain analysis Benchmarking is competitive analysis historical analysis Michael Hammer & James Chapy Reengineering competitive analysis GDP stands for gross domestic product gross domestic product

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Core purpose Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission

Select The Blank Question ETOP stands for ________. Correct Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Your Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile

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

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

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

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 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 Focused company is generally protected from competition. Correct Answer True Your Answer False

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

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 Economics of scale requires ________. Correct Answer high market share Your Answer 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 Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure 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 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 Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour. 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


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Question Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & change Correct Answer True Your Answer True

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

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 Divestiture is opposed to diversification. Correct Answer False Your Answer 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 Correct Answer Your Answer Ballast business Fit well but low opportunities Fit well but low opportunities Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Difference between desired and projected performance Corporate parenting Managing SBU's by a corporate Misfit with understanding of critical success factors Heartland business Give the highest priority Give the highest priority

Select The Blank Question Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy. Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Your Answer 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 ________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 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 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 GATT stands for ________. Correct Answer general agreement on trade & tariff Your Answer general agreement on trade & tariff

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


Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Rely on short term assessment Barrier in evaluation Barrier in evaluation 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

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 Factors leading to personnel capability are________. Correct Answer IR, OB Your Answer 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


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 Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Correct Answer Strategy Your Answer Strategy




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 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 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



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


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 modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production process Correct Answer Flotilla concept Your Answer Flotilla concept

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 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


Select The Blank Question A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________ integration. Correct Answer horizontal Your Answer horizontal

True/False Question Divestiture is opposed to diversification. Correct Answer False Your Answer False


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


Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Ballast business Fit well but low opportunities Fit well but low opportunities Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Difference between desired and projected performance Corporate parenting 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 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 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 ________ 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



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 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


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


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


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


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



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 Your Answer Crisis Management leads to organisational learning leads to organisational learning Milestone review Another method of implementation control Balanced approach to evaluation 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 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 Your Answer Premise control Identifies key assumptions Type of strategic control Emergency alert control evaluation Type of strategic control Identifies key assumptions Strategic evaluation Effectiveness of strategy Effectiveness of strategy Rely on short term assessment Barrier in evaluation Audit and Executive committee 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 is- Correct 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 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



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 ________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Correct Answer Motivation Your Answer 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 HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & machine hours. Correct Answer False Your Answer 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 Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. Correct Answer False Your Answer True



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


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

True/False Question Macro environment has got immediate impact on business. 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 , communication skills

True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. 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 , 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




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

Select The Blank Question Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measure Correct Answer Time Your Answer Possession



Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Marketing a product Mass segmentation Product formulated Environmental Analysis Social, Political, legal & technology Social, Political, legal & technology Swot Analysis Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies Availability of resources

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


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


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


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



Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question CAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands for Correct Answer competitive advantage profile Your Answer competitive advantage profile

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Comparative analysis is historical analysis historical analysis Benchmarking is competitive analysis competitive analysis Michael Hammer & James Chapy Reengineering Reengineering GDP stands for gross domestic product gross domestic product


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 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 Supply chains Your Answer Supply chains

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 Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer Time Your Answer Time


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


Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Knowledge of the relationships between choices, environment & outcomes is Correct Answer familiarity Your Answer familiarity




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


True/False Question Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial terms Correct Answer True Your Answer 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 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 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 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

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



True/False Question Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. 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 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 ________ 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 Focused company is generally protected from competition. Correct Answer True 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 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 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 According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. Correct Answer True Your Answer True



Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process


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 Control should involve________ amount of information. Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer Minimum







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 Export entry modes are Correct Answer direct/indirect export Your Answer licensing/franchising




Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Comparative analysis is historical analysis historical analysis Benchmarking is competitive analysis competitive analysis Michael Hammer & James Chapy Reengineering Reengineering GDP stands for gross domestic product gross domestic progress

Select The Blank Question ________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectations Correct Answer Motivation Your Answer Motivation



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 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




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 Associated external agencies means Correct Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc. Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc.

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





Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc.


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 The aim in stability strategies is- Correct 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







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 Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Correct Answer Standardisation Your Answer Standardisation







True/False Question Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy Correct Answer True Your Answer 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 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


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

Select The Blank Question Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer core competence LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS


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







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




Select The Blank Question Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. Correct Answer concentration strategy Your Answer expansion strategy







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 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




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 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 Maintain strategies means Correct Answer no change in strategies Your Answer move slowly & surely



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

Select The Blank Question A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________ integration. Correct Answer horizontal Your Answer vertical ( forward)








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 Micro environment is the internal environment of a company. Correct Answer True 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 mission LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS


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



Select The Blank Question ________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Correct Answer Systems

Your Answer Systems

True/False Question Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. 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 Systems approach

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


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

True/False Question All policies are 'statements' Correct Answer False Your Answer 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

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 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 philosophy, public image


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 Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer False Your Answer 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.

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Board of Directors Link between company & external environment Link between company & external environment Profit centers S.B.U. s S.B.U. s S.B.U.s are more focused on their Product line/business Product line/business Manufacturing strategy Productivity Productivity








Multiple Choice Single Answer Question The traditional approach towards uncertainity is Correct Answer Binary Your Answer Binary LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS




Select The Blank

Question Delay in ________ measurement defeats the purpose of evaluation. Correct Answer Time Your Answer Time


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 specialization




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













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



Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Top level Executives Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources Executive summary Synopsis of marketing plan Synopsis of marketing plan Line Managers Responsibility Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Middle- level Managers Ensuring proper tactical changes 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



True/False Question Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. Correct Answer False Your Answer False




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










Select The Blank Question Control should involve________ amount of information.

Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer Maximum



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


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


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



True/False Question According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. Correct Answer True 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 , 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 Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer target



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


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



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


Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Decision making Managers to develop the courage to make unconventional decisions Managers to develop the 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



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 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



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 All policies are 'statements' Correct Answer False Your Answer 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




Question Strategic management deals with Correct Answer Business process Your Answer Business process LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS







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





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





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





True/False Question Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be made Correct Answer True Your Answer False



True/False Question Divestiture is opposed to diversification. Correct Answer False

Your Answer True

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Marketing a product Mass segmentation Product formulated Environmental Analysis Social, Political, legal & technology Social, Political, legal & technology Swot Analysis Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies Availability of resources 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






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 Strategic evaluation determines the effectiveness of ________ Correct Answer Strategy Your Answer 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


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

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


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 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 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 Business is rated on which dimensions Correct Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength Your Answer Business strength , Profit margin , Competition level

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

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





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 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





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






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 Correct Answer Your Answer Executive summary Synopsis of marketing plan Synopsis of marketing plan 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 Marketing goals

Multiple Choice Single Answer Question General Electric Matrix is divided into how many cells Correct Answer 9 Your Answer 4

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Comparative analysis is historical analysis value chain analysis Benchmarking is competitive analysis competitive analysis Michael Hammer & James Chapy Reengineering Reengineering GDP stands for gross domestic product 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


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 Single Answer Question Core purpose

Correct Answer mission Your Answer mission


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




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


Your Answer core competence


Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Style

Select The Blank Question Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. Correct Answer concentration strategy Your Answer global strategy





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


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



True/False Question Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit. Correct Answer True Your Answer 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 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 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 The traditional approach towards uncertainity is Correct Answer Binary Your Answer Binary






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










Your Answer core competence



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









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








Select The Blank Question ________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future. Correct Answer Leaders Your Answer Leaders LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS




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 indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Status


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

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




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 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 Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Risk , Equity , Return








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

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





Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Ballast business Fit well but low opportunities Fit well but low opportunities Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Some fit and some misfit Corporate parenting Managing SBU's by a corporate Misfit with understanding of critical success factors Heartland business Give the highest priority 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 Multiple Answer Question Harveststrategy is used for Correct Answer Dogs , Question marks Your Answer Question marks , Stars , Cash cowsCash cowsc





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

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Executive summary Synopsis of marketing plan Marketing goals Line Managers Responsibility Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions customized marketing Middle- level Managers Ensuring proper tactical changes Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Top level Executives Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources




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 Money , Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment Your Answer 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



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









Your Answer general agreement on trade & tariff













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 Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation Your Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation



Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Rely on short term assessment Barrier in evaluation Barrier in evaluation 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




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 Single Answer Question Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer philosophy, public image





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









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

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


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


Select The Blank Question Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. Correct Answer concentration strategy Your Answer expansion strategy



Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Attack strategies are Correct Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attack Your Answer encirclement attack , frontal attack , flank attack


Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Board of Directors Link between company & external environment Link between company & external environment Profit centers S.B.U. s Profit making organizations S.B.U.s are more focused on their Product line/business Product line/business Manufacturing strategy Productivity Productivity












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 It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Structure








Your Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision , communication skills LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS


Select The Blank Question Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. Correct Answer concentration strategy Your Answer integration strategy






Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Maintain strategies means Correct Answer no change in strategies Your Answer no change in strategies




True/False Question Getting new users is a position defense strategy. Correct Answer 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 Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view. Correct Answer core competence Your Answer goodwill


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 ________ is the company's most critical and scarest resource. Correct Answer Capital Your Answer Labour





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





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





Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Decision making Managers to develop the courage to make unconventional decisions Crusial problem that affect success 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 develop the courage to make unconventional decisions Responsiveness Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Environmental Analysis Social, Political, legal & technology Formal & Systematic Synergy Vertical Integration Vertical Integration Mechanistic approach to knowledge management Better accessibility to information Better accessibility to information Explicit knowledge Formal & Systematic Social, Political, legal & technology


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 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





True/False Question Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy Correct Answer True Your Answer True LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS






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 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 strategic alliances means two or more entities join hands for mutual benefit. two or more entities join hands for mutual benefit.




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 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 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














Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Benchmarking is competitive analysis historical analysis Michael Hammer & James Chapy Reengineering Reengineering GDP stands for gross domestic product gross domestic product Comparative analysis is historical analysis competitive analysis

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

Correct Answer False Your Answer False












True/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





Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Rely on short term assessment Barrier in evaluation Audit and Executive committee Premise control Identifies key assumptions Identifies key assumptions Emergency alert control evaluation Type of strategic control Control Strategic evaluation Effectiveness of strategy Effectiveness of strategy


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 Macro environment Correct Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic Your Answer Political- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographic , technology


Select The Blank Question Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. Correct Answer common enemy Your Answer common enemy


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 GATT stands for ________. Correct Answer general agreement on trade & tariff Your Answer global agreement on trade & taxes





True/False Question Reciprocal responsibility means equal blames and credit. Correct Answer False Your Answer True




Multiple Choice Single Answer Question General Electric Matrix is divided into how many cells Correct Answer 9 Your Answer 9











True/False Question Adapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same. Correct Answer False Your Answer False






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 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




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 These following factors determine the desire of risk Correct Answer Strategies , Resources Your Answer Strategies , Resources , Competence





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 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 Big bets Your Answer Big bets

True/False Question Getting new users is a position defense strategy. Correct Answer False Your Answer 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 Correct Answer Your Answer Board of Directors Link between company & external environment Link between company & external environment Profit centers S.B.U. s S.B.U. s S.B.U.s are more focused on their Product line/business Product line/business Manufacturing strategy Productivity Productivity




Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Debt , Risk , Equity


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





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









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 They have time based utility Correct Answer Goals , Resources Your Answer Employess , Resources LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS



Select The Blank Question GATT stands for ________. Correct Answer general agreement on trade & tariff Your Answer 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



Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Ballast business Fit well but low opportunities Misfit with understanding of critical success factors Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Difference between desired and projected performance Corporate parenting 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 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 Critical resources in the emerging information age are Correct Answer Information , Expertise , Intelligence Your Answer Capital , Information , Expertise






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








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 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 Top level Executives Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources Ensuring proper tactical changes Executive summary Synopsis of marketing plan Synopsis of marketing plan Line Managers Responsibility Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Middle- level Managers Ensuring proper tactical changes Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources



Question Secondary sources of information are Correct Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc. Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc.







Select The Blank Question ETOP stands for ________. Correct Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile Your Answer 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 Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer 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



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 Money is invested by way of Correct Answer Debt , Equity Your Answer Debt , Equity





Multiple Choice Single Answer Question It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Style





True/False Question Getting new users is a position defense strategy. Correct Answer False

Your Answer 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



Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Marketing a product Mass segmentation Life cycle considerations Environmental Analysis Social, Political, legal & technology Social, Political, legal & technology Swot Analysis Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies Availability of resources Marketing strategy Life cycle considerations Mass segmentation




Question Maintain strategies means Correct Answer no change in strategies Your Answer maintain environmental changes






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





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 Crisis





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







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.




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 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 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



True/False Question Getting new users is a position defense strategy. Correct Answer False Your Answer 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 Correct Answer Your Answer Sources of funds Factor leading to financial capability Product, Price, Place, Process The retrieval and usage of information Factor leading to Information Management Capability Factor leading to Personnel Capability The Personnel System Factor leading to Personnel Capability Product, Price, Place, Promotion 4 Ps are 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 Correct Answer Your Answer Policies General statements and understanding which, guide thinking in decision-making Combination of goals, policies, rules Procedures Are plans and a guide to action General statements and understanding which, guide thinking in decision-making Rules Spell out specific action or non-action Are plans and a guide to action Programs Combination of goals, policies, rules Is a statement of expected resultsin numbers

Select The Blank Question The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Correct Answer Labour Your Answer Infrastructure


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


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


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


True/False Question The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. Correct Answer False 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 rivals , by consultants


True/False Question Divestiture is opposed to diversification.

Correct Answer False 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 , 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


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 , internal inadequacies

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


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 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 ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others. Correct Answer Self-awareness Your Answer Self- drive True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer False


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











Select The Blank

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


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






Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer 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. 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.


True/False

Question Acquisitions which are friendly are termed as "take-overs". Correct Answer False Your Answer False









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






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 These people are charged with the responsibility of continuous screening of performance? Correct Answer Audit committee Your Answer Audit committee











Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer

Role of consultants Hired for specialized for new business or expertise Link between company & external environment Role of Chief Executive Officer Responsible right from formulation / implementation to review of strategic management Responsible right from formulation / implementation to review of strategic management Role of SUB-level Executive More focussed on product line & responsible for the co-ordination between SUBs & Senior managements Important link between strategizing & implementation









Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer 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 Market follower are Imitator Imitator












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













True/False

Question Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen. Correct Answer False Your Answer False True/False Question Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision. Correct Answer False Your Answer False

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer 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 Market follower are Imitator Imitator Horizontal integration means Additional product/service for same customers Additional product/service for same customers









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 Benchmarking is competitive analysis competitive analysis Michael Hammer & James Chapy Reengineering Reengineering GDP stands for gross domestic product gross domestic product Comparative analysis is historical analysis historical analysis




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 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


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


Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Concentric diversification means Correct Answer new activity related to existing business Your Answer new activity related to existing business



Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Benchmarking is competitive analysis competitive analysis Michael Hammer & James Chapy Reengineering Reengineering GDP stands for gross domestic product gross domestic product Comparative analysis is historical analysis 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










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 Correct Answer Your Answer 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 Fit SWOT analysis 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 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



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 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 The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savings Correct Answer Labour Your Answer 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 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.



Multiple Choice Multiple Answer Question They have time based utility Correct Answer Goals , Resources Your Answer Goals , Employess , Resources



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





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 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 various models of social responsibility are Correct Answer Vendors Model , Civic Model , Austere Model Your Answer Civic Model , Austere Model , Vendors Model

True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic 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








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



Ballast business Fit well but low opportunities Fit well but low opportunities Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Difference between desired and projected performance Corporate parenting Managing SBU's by a corporate Managing SBU's by a corporate Heartland business Give the highest priority Give the highest priority



True/False Question The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation. Correct Answer False Your Answer True


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





Match The Following

Question Correct Answer Your Answer Comparative analysis is historical analysis competitive analysis Benchmarking is competitive analysis Reengineering Michael Hammer & James Chapy Reengineering value chain analysis GDP stands for gross domestic product gross domestic product


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

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


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



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 Your Answer Ballast business Fit well but low opportunities Fit well but low opportunities Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Difference between desired and projected performance Corporate parenting Managing SBU's by a corporate Misfit with understanding of critical success factors Heartland business 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 Executive summary Synopsis of marketing plan Synopsis of marketing plan Line Managers Responsibility Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Middle- level Managers Ensuring proper tactical changes Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources 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 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 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







Multiple Choice Single Answer Question This strategic posture plays a leadership role in establishing how the industry operates Correct Answer Shapers Your Answer Shapers



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 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








Question It indicates the degree of differentiation Correct Answer Structure Your Answer Structure




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








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 Control should involve________ amount of information. Correct Answer Minimum Your Answer 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 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 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 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









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



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




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 ________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Modern Accounting

Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Executive summary Synopsis of marketing plan Synopsis of marketing plan Line Managers Responsibility Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions Ensuring proper tactical changes Middle- level Managers Ensuring proper tactical changes Ensuring Implementation of marketing actions

Top level Executives Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources Taking decisions regarding efficient and effective allocation of resources

Select The Blank Question Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. Correct Answer common enemy Your Answer common enemy

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 Multiple Answer Question How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviour Correct Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalization Your Answer Forecasting , Control mechanism




Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Maintain strategies means Correct Answer no change in strategies Your Answer move slowly & surely




True/False Question Scheduling is a part of strategic management. Correct Answer False Your Answer False 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 Marketing a product Mass segmentation Mass segmentation Environmental Analysis Social, Political, legal & technology Social, Political, legal & technology Swot Analysis Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies Matching, converting, minimizing & avoiding strategies Marketing strategy Life cycle considerations Life cycle considerations


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

Your Answer Statistical quality control









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
















Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Board of Directors Link between company & external environment Link between company & external environment Profit centers S.B.U. s S.B.U. s

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












True/False Question Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchy




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 In SWOT , S stands for Correct Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment. Your Answer potentials and competencies of organization.



Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Fit SWOT analysis Vision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what the company is and why it exists. mission what the company is and why it exists. first intensive target BHAG big headed audacious goals




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













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

Your Answer Self-discipline


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









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




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












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


Select The Blank Question Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________. Correct Answer concentration strategy Your Answer integration strategy















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


Your Answer long- range planning


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 Economics of scale requires ________. Correct Answer high market share Your Answer specialization









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 Market follower are Imitator Imitator





Select The Blank Question Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibility Correct Answer Standardisation Your Answer 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 Investment entry mode are Correct Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries Your Answer licensing/franchising




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



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 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 Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal. Correct Answer common enemy Your Answer aggressive



Multiple Choice Single Answer Question Concentric diversification means Correct Answer new activity related to existing business Your Answer social activity

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




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













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


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


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



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









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 Mission Correct Answer philosophy, public image Your Answer vision

True/False Question Getting new users is a position defense strategy. Correct Answer False Your Answer 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














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



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







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 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


Your Answer Finance department






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 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




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 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 Correct Answer Your Answer Ballast business Fit well but low opportunities Fit well but low opportunities Gap analysis Difference between desired and projected performance Difference between desired and projected performance Corporate parenting 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 ________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goods Correct Answer Systems Your Answer Traditional





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 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





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


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 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






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 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









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

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






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

Your Answer True











Select The Blank Question Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy.

Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integration Your Answer vertical ( backward ) integration





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







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

Your Answer 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











Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer 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 Turnaround Strategies Retrenchments - either internally or externally Retrenchments - either internally or externally LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS



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



True/False Question According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy. Correct Answer True 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 , simulation , Dynamic modes and mapping














Match The Following Question Correct Answer Your Answer Decision making Managers to develop the courage to make unconventional decisions Managers to develop the 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




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 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






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



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 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 Core ideology Correct Answer core values , core purpose Your Answer core purpose , core values



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 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



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




Select The Blank Question A hardware manufacture enters into software is an example of ________ integration. Correct Answer horizontal Your Answer vertical ( forward)






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 Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system







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