A study of the external environment allows a manager to understand the ________ and
________ for the organization.
A) threats; weaknesses
B) strengths; weaknesses
C) strengths; opportunities
D) opportunities; threats
A disadvantage of using professional recruiting organizations is ________.
A) that they generate many unqualified candidates
B) their limited commitment to specific companies
C) that they can only be used for entry-level positions
D) that they do not increase the diversity and mix of employees
Connie sees her role as someone who provides direction and resources for her team
then gets out of their way and lets them do their work however they think best. Connie
uses the ________ style of leadership.
A) autocratic
B) participative
C) facilitative
D) laissez-faire
Which of the following is a competitive force under the five forces model?
A) past rivalry with competitors
B) bargaining power of distributors
C) vertical integration
D) threat of new entrants