Glen Is the Managing Director of a Property Management Firm

question 57

Multiple Choice

Glen is the managing director of a property management firm. He considers two of his best employees, Jeremy and Samara, for a promotion. Samara is 28 years old and has displayed consistent performance throughout the term of her employment. She is married and has a young son. Jeremy is also 28 years old and is a dedicated employee. He is unmarried and supports his ailing mother. Glen decides to promote Jeremy even though Samara is a better employee. Which of the following is most likely the reason for Glen's decision?

• A) Glen believes that Samara will prioritize her family over her career.
• B) Glen believes that Jeremy chooses tasks based on the sense of accomplishment they give him.
• C) Glen believes that Samara is not interested in learning new things.
• D) Glen believes that Jeremy wants more control over his work schedule.

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Definitions:

Controlling in Organisations

The management function concerned with monitoring activities to ensure they are being completed as planned and correcting any significant deviations.

One-Time Activities

Tasks or events that are intended to be done or occur only once within a given timeframe.

Beginning and End Points

The start and completion points in a process, project, or timeline.

Project Management

The process of planning, organizing, and overseeing the work of a team to achieve specific goals within defined parameters of time, budget, and quality.