The HR Manager of Axon Limited Finds That the Personnel

question 10

Multiple Choice

The HR manager of Axon Limited finds that the personnel in the marketing department are a continual source of conflict because they do not accept and adapt to changes.As a result of this,the manager ignores their views when he has to make changes.This strategy could be appropriate when ________.

• A)the planned change is relatively critical to the organization
• B)the change has strategic impacts on the employees
• C)a win-win solution is essential to the organization
• D)the HR department is powerful and crucial to the organization
• E)the potential conflict will not limit organizational goal attainment

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Definitions:

Situational Leadership Model

A leadership theory suggesting that the most effective leadership style varies according to the situation, and that leaders adjust their styles based on the maturity level of their followers.

Fred Fiedler

A psychologist who developed the contingency theory of leadership, suggesting that the effectiveness of a leader is dependent on both their personal style of leadership and the situation they are in.

Contingency Theory

A management theory suggesting that there is no one best way to organize a corporation, to lead a company, or to make decisions; instead, the optimal course of action is contingent upon the internal and external situation.

Behavioural Styles

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