Organisational Design (Edexcel A-Level Business): Quizzes
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What is span of control in organisational structure?
What is span of control in organisational structure?
Number of subordinates a manager supervises
Which feature characterises a tall structure?
Which feature characterises a tall structure?
Narrow span of control
What is a key disadvantage of tall structures?
What is a key disadvantage of tall structures?
Poor communication through many levels
How many hierarchical levels do flat structures typically have?
How many hierarchical levels do flat structures typically have?
Two or three levels
Which advantage is associated with flat structures?
Which advantage is associated with flat structures?
Faster decision-making
What defines a matrix structure?
What defines a matrix structure?
Dual reporting to functional & project managers
What is a disadvantage of matrix structures?
What is a disadvantage of matrix structures?
Dual authority can create conflicts
Which type suits businesses needing quick responses to customer needs?
Which type suits businesses needing quick responses to customer needs?
Flat structure
What does a long chain of command mean?
What does a long chain of command mean?
Info passes through many levels
What happens when a manager delegates authority?
What happens when a manager delegates authority?
Manager retains overall responsibility