The Set of Decisions and Actions Used to Formulate and Implement

question 6

Multiple Choice

The set of decisions and actions used to formulate and implement strategies that will provide a competitively superior fit between the organization and its environment so as to achieve organizational goals is known as:

• A) strategy formulation.
• B) strategic planning.
• C) strategic management.
• D) strategy implementation.
• E) strategy evaluation.

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Definitions:

Principal-Agent Problem

A dilemma in which one party (the agent) is supposed to act in the best interest of another party (the principal) but may act in their own interest instead due to conflicts of interest.

Corporate Structure

Describes the organization of a company, including its legal structure, division of responsibilities, and hierarchical levels.

Proprietorship

A business firm owned by an individual who possesses the ownership right to the firm’s profits and is personally liable for the firm’s debts.

Operational Efficiency

The capability of an organization to deliver products or services in a cost-effective manner while ensuring high quality.