A Mace Is Commonly Used at a University or College

question 33

Multiple Choice

A mace is commonly used at a university or college convocation ceremony. The mace was originally a weapon,then became the symbol of government,and now has become the symbol of authority of the institution to grant diplomas or degrees. In terms of organizational culture,what is the mace an example of?

• A)a visible artifact  
• B)an iconic representation  
• C)an organizational metaphor  
• D)an organizational allegory

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Definitions:

Human Resources

The department within an organization that manages all matters related to employees, including hiring, training, development, and compliance with labor laws.

Social Responsibility

The obligation of an entity, individual or corporate, to act for the benefit of society at large, balancing profit-making with activities that benefit the community.

Entrepreneurship

The activity of setting up a business, taking on financial risks in the hope of profit.

Capitalism

An economic system characterized by private ownership of the means of production and the creation of goods or services for profit.