In What Three Ways Does a Planning System Facilitate Converting

question 12

Multiple Choice

In what three ways does a planning system facilitate converting an intended strategy into organisational action?

• A) By coordinating resources required to put strategy into effect
• B) By communicating intended strategy from the centre to operating units
• C) By ensuring that only experienced managers are involved in the process
• D) By providing agreed objectives or strategic milestones
• E) By providing a clear, authoritarian approach to planning

Distinguish between internal and external sources of noise in communication.

Identify different types of communication (oral, written, electronic, nonverbal).

Understand the concept of channel richness and its impact on effective communication.

Recognize barriers to effective communication and strategies for overcoming them.

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