Organisational Structures (Edexcel A-Level Business): Quizzes
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What does organisational structure determine?
What does organisational structure determine?
Roles, decisions, accountability & comms
How did Richard Branson develop Virgin Atlantic's structure?
How did Richard Branson develop Virgin Atlantic's structure?
Planned full structure, recruited 102 people
What is the primary role of team leaders?
What is the primary role of team leaders?
Resolving conflicts between team members
What distinguishes executive directors from non-executive directors?
What distinguishes executive directors from non-executive directors?
Executives run business; non-execs oversee
Who holds the highest executive position in many businesses?
Who holds the highest executive position in many businesses?
Managing director (MD)
What span of control did Henri Fayol recommend?
What span of control did Henri Fayol recommend?
Between 3 and 6 subordinates
By how much does each management level reduce communication effectiveness?
By how much does each management level reduce communication effectiveness?
Approximately 25%
What is the key difference between authority and responsibility?
What is the key difference between authority and responsibility?
Authority is power to act; responsibility
What can managers delegate while retaining ultimate accountability?
What can managers delegate while retaining ultimate accountability?
Authority but not responsibility
What do professionals require for their roles?
What do professionals require for their roles?
Formal qualifications & extensive training