1. "The manager's most basic responsibility is to focus people toward performance of work activities to achieve desired outcomes." What's your interpretation of this statement? Do you agree with it? Why or why not?
2. Is there one best ‘style' of management? Why or why not?
3. In today's environment, which one is more important to organizations - Efficiency or effectiveness? Explain your choice.
4. Is your course instructor a manager? Discuss in terms of managerial functions, managerial roles and skills.
5. Does the way that contemporary organizations are structured appeal to you? Why or why not?