Question 1:
a) Describe how a classical approach to management differs from the Human Relations Approach.
b) Making due reference to at least two relevant theories, describe their importance.
Question 2: F W Taylor sees money as a significant motivator to work. Consider and compare Taylor’s theory of management with one other theory on motivation.
Question 3: Explain the main style of leadership you would adopt for the given circumstances:
a) An office employing 200 staff
b) A small engineering workshop
c) A solicitor’s practice
d) The science department of a university
Question 4:
a) With the help of a diagram, explain a matrix type of organization.
b) Explain under what circumstances this kind of structure is most suitable.
Question 5: Describe the main advantages of Management by Objectives to management for:
a) Management planning.
b) Performance appraisal of employees.
Question 6: One of the responsibilities of senior management is the setting of corporate strategy and objectives of organizations. Describe how this affects human resource planning and strategy.
Question 7:
a) Explain the product life cycle.
b) With the aid of a diagram, describe the importance of the product life cycle for the production of 3D televisions.
Question 8: You are a trainee in the human resources department of your organization and you have been asked to recognize the main features of the given procedures for inclusion in the staff handbook:
a) Disciplinary.
b) Grievance.