Question 1

Organizational culture is a perception, not a reality.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Organizational culture is a system of shared meaning and beliefs held by organizational members.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Dimensions of Culture (Scenario)
Todd works for SeaLan Tech, a small environmental consulting firm that has just been purchased by Zerex, Inc., a large biomedical research organization. The work environment at SeaLan had always been friendly and cooperative; people worked in teams and were encouraged to take risks. However, after meeting with the management of the new parent company, Todd believes there are considerable differences between the organizational cultures of Zerex and SeaLan. He is concerned that the new company will eliminate SeaLan's old culture, and he does not like the prospects.
-If you asked Todd to define the term organizational culture, he would probably say it is __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  the formal rules of an organization 
B)  the nationality of the workers in the company 
C)  a system of shared meaning 
D)  a system that reflects diversity and respect for differences 
E)  the strategic focus of an organization 
A)  the formal rules of an organization 
B)  the nationality of the workers in the company 
C)  a system of shared meaning 
D)  a system that reflects diversity and respect for differences 
E)  the strategic focus of an organization

Question 4

The enhanced speed and quality of managerial decision-making due to improvements in office automation is an example of the impact of which general environmental factor?

Accepted Answer

A)  globalization 
B)  socio-cultural factors 
C)  political factors 
D)  technological improvements 
E)  demographic changes 
A)  globalization 
B)  socio-cultural factors 
C)  political factors 
D)  technological improvements 
E)  demographic changes

Question 5

Strong cultures have a greater influence on employees' behaviours than weak ones.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following phrases is associated with the definition of organizational culture?

Accepted Answer

A)  individual response 
B)  unique vision 
C)  diversity of thought 
D)  explicit directions 
E)  shared meaning 
A)  individual response 
B)  unique vision 
C)  diversity of thought 
D)  explicit directions 
E)  shared meaning

Question 7

By learning organizational language, members __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  can communicate with the shareholders of the organization 
B)  show their commitment to the organization and their willingness to accept responsibility 
C)  attest to their acceptance of the culture and their willingness to help preserve it 
D)  can share material symbols with other members 
E)  can provide explanations and legitimacy for current practices 
A)  can communicate with the shareholders of the organization 
B)  show their commitment to the organization and their willingness to accept responsibility 
C)  attest to their acceptance of the culture and their willingness to help preserve it 
D)  can share material symbols with other members 
E)  can provide explanations and legitimacy for current practices

Question 8

An organization's founder has little influence on its culture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The organizational culture has very little influence on the way employees analyze and resolve work-related issues.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Refer to the scenario below to answer the following questions.
Changing Organizational Culture (Scenario)
Jenna has been asked by the company president to change the organizational culture to reflect the company's new organizational goals. As executive vice-president, she certainly understands the goals but is really not sure that she understands what to do about the culture.
-Jenna was surprised to discover that most organizations have __________ cultures.

Accepted Answer

A)  weak 
B)  weak to moderate 
C)  moderate to strong 
D)  strong 
E)  very strong 
A)  weak 
B)  weak to moderate 
C)  moderate to strong 
D)  strong 
E)  very strong

Question 11

Define environmental uncertainty. Briefly discuss the dimensions of environmental uncertainty and how it impacts managers' work.

Accepted Answer

Environmental uncertainty refers to the

Question 12

If an organization subscribes to the symbolic view of managers, it is unreasonable to expect managers to have a significant effect on the organization's performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Industry conditions are an example of an organization's general environment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following statements highlights the shared aspect of culture?

Accepted Answer

A)  Organizational culture is concerned with how members perceive the culture and describe it, not with whether they like it. 
B)  Organizational culture is not something that can be physically touched or seen, but employees perceive it on the basis of what they experience within the organization. 
C)  The original source of the culture of an organization reflects the vision of the organization's founders. 
D)  Even though individuals may have different backgrounds or work at different organizational levels, they tend to describe the organization's culture in similar terms. 
E)  The dominant source of the culture of an organization reflects the vision of the organization's most prominent managers. 
A)  Organizational culture is concerned with how members perceive the culture and describe it, not with whether they like it. 
B)  Organizational culture is not something that can be physically touched or seen, but employees perceive it on the basis of what they experience within the organization. 
C)  The original source of the culture of an organization reflects the vision of the organization's founders. 
D)  Even though individuals may have different backgrounds or work at different organizational levels, they tend to describe the organization's culture in similar terms. 
E)  The dominant source of the culture of an organization reflects the vision of the organization's most prominent managers.

Question 15

The general environment of an organization includes which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  demographic conditions 
B)  issues directly relevant to achieving organizational goals 
C)  stakeholders 
D)  suppliers 
E)  pressure groups 
A)  demographic conditions 
B)  issues directly relevant to achieving organizational goals 
C)  stakeholders 
D)  suppliers 
E)  pressure groups

Question 16

Given a choice, most managers would prefer to operate in environments that are __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  simple and stable 
B)  simple and dynamic 
C)  complex and dynamic 
D)  complex and stable 
E)  dynamic and flexible 
A)  simple and stable 
B)  simple and dynamic 
C)  complex and dynamic 
D)  complex and stable 
E)  dynamic and flexible

Question 17

In a short essay describe the factors that influence the strength of an organization's culture and discuss the impact of a strong organizational culture on employees and the organization.

Accepted Answer

Organizational culture has been describe

Question 18

Corporate __________ are repetitive sequences of activities that express and reinforce the values of the organization, what goals are most important, and which people are most important.

Accepted Answer

A)  languages 
B)  themes 
C)  rituals 
D)  agendas 
E)  stories 
A)  languages 
B)  themes 
C)  rituals 
D)  agendas 
E)  stories

Question 19

Refer to the scenario below to answer the following questions.
Changing Organizational Culture (Scenario)
Jenna has been asked by the company president to change the organizational culture to reflect the company's new organizational goals. As executive vice-president, she certainly understands the goals but is really not sure that she understands what to do about the culture.
-Jenna asked employees if they knew what constituted "good employee behaviour." She found that very few understood, and most had a variety of ideas. This is one indication that her company has __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  a strong culture 
B)  a weak culture 
C)  no culture 
D)  high employee turnover 
E)  unproductive employees 
A)  a strong culture 
B)  a weak culture 
C)  no culture 
D)  high employee turnover 
E)  unproductive employees

Question 20

define organizational culture and discuss the three implications of culture presented in the textbook. Give examples of companies that you feel have strong cultures.

Accepted Answer

Organizational culture is a system of sh

Organizational culture is a perception, not a reality.

Organizational culture is a system of shared meaning and beliefs held by organizational members.

The enhanced speed and quality of managerial decision-making due to improvements in office automation is an example of the impact of which general environmental factor?

Strong cultures have a greater influence on employees' behaviours than weak ones.

Which of the following phrases is associated with the definition of organizational culture?

By learning organizational language, members __________.

An organization's founder has little influence on its culture.

The organizational culture has very little influence on the way employees analyze and resolve work-related issues.

Define environmental uncertainty. Briefly discuss the dimensions of environmental uncertainty and how it impacts managers' work.

If an organization subscribes to the symbolic view of managers, it is unreasonable to expect managers to have a significant effect on the organization's performance.

Industry conditions are an example of an organization's general environment.

Which of the following statements highlights the shared aspect of culture?

The general environment of an organization includes which of the following?

Given a choice, most managers would prefer to operate in environments that are __________.

In a short essay describe the factors that influence the strength of an organization's culture and discuss the impact of a strong organizational culture on employees and the organization.

Corporate __________ are repetitive sequences of activities that express and reinforce the values of the organization, what goals are most important, and which people are most important.

define organizational culture and discuss the three implications of culture presented in the textbook. Give examples of companies that you feel have strong cultures.

Introduction to Management and Organizations

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Entrepreneurially

Managing Responsibly and Ethically

Innovation and Adaptability

Decision Making

Foundations of Planning

Managing Strategically

Organizational Design

Managers and Communication

Managing Human Resources

Leadership

Motivating Employees

Managing Groups and Teams

Evidence-Based Decision Making

Management History

Planning and Control Techniques

Managing Operations

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Exam 2: Organizational Culture and the Organizational Environment

Organizational culture is a perception, not a reality.

Organizational culture is a system of shared meaning and beliefs held by organizational members.

The enhanced speed and quality of managerial decision-making due to improvements in office automation is an example of the impact of which general environmental factor?

Strong cultures have a greater influence on employees' behaviours than weak ones.

Which of the following phrases is associated with the definition of organizational culture?

By learning organizational language, members __________.

An organization's founder has little influence on its culture.

The organizational culture has very little influence on the way employees analyze and resolve work-related issues.

Define environmental uncertainty. Briefly discuss the dimensions of environmental uncertainty and how it impacts managers' work.

If an organization subscribes to the symbolic view of managers, it is unreasonable to expect managers to have a significant effect on the organization's performance.

Industry conditions are an example of an organization's general environment.

Which of the following statements highlights the shared aspect of culture?

The general environment of an organization includes which of the following?

Given a choice, most managers would prefer to operate in environments that are __________.

In a short essay describe the factors that influence the strength of an organization's culture and discuss the impact of a strong organizational culture on employees and the organization.

Corporate __________ are repetitive sequences of activities that express and reinforce the values of the organization, what goals are most important, and which people are most important.

define organizational culture and discuss the three implications of culture presented in the textbook. Give examples of companies that you feel have strong cultures.

Introduction to Management and Organizations

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Entrepreneurially

Managing Responsibly and Ethically

Innovation and Adaptability

Decision Making

Foundations of Planning

Managing Strategically

Organizational Design

Managers and Communication

Managing Human Resources

Leadership

Motivating Employees

Managing Groups and Teams

Evidence-Based Decision Making

Management History

Planning and Control Techniques

Managing Operations

Filters