The Fundamental Purpose of an Organization's Mission Statement Is To

question 64

Multiple Choice

The fundamental purpose of an organization's mission statement is to:

• A) create a good human relations climate in the organization.
• B) define the organization's purpose in society.
• C) define the operational structure of the organization.
• D) generate good public relations for the organization.
• E) define the functional areas required by the organization.

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Definitions:

Management By Exception-Active

A management style where the manager actively seeks out deviations from the norm or problems in order to take corrective actions promptly.

Intellectual Stimulation

The aspect of leadership that involves promoting innovation and creativity among followers.

Contingent Reward

A leadership strategy where rewards are given based on the performance or achievement of specific criteria.

Kouzes And Posner

A framework of leadership proposed by James Kouzes and Barry Posner that emphasizes five fundamental practices leaders engage in to be effective: model the way, inspire a shared vision, challenge the process, enable others to act, and encourage the heart.