In the Context of M-Form Organizations, the Primary Function of the Corporate-Level

question 36

Multiple Choice

In the context of M-form organizations, the primary function of the corporate-level HR department is to:

• A) facilitate synergy across businesses.
• B) help the top management in constructing basic functional departments.
• C) motivate employees to attain organizational goals.
• D) gain a sustained competitive advantage over competitors.

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Definitions:

Rational Unconscious

A concept that suggests that the unconscious mind is capable of logical thought and can affect conscious decision making.

Preconscious

Part of Freud's theory of the mind, referring to the thoughts and feelings not presently in conscious awareness but that can be accessed easily.

Cognitive Factors

Refers to the mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.

Kelly

Referring to George Kelly, a psychologist known for his personal construct theory which posits that individuals interpret the world through their own constructs.