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Briefly explain each of the four functions of management and explain how they are interconnected
What is the purpose of environmental scanning? How has the management of your organization been influenced by external and internal factors?
What are the different types of plans that organizations can use? What types of plans does your organization use and why?
What are the specific steps in the planning process? Which step is most crucial, and why? Can organizations over-plan...why or why not?
Identify and explain the different types of organizational structures. Which type of structure do you feel is most effective and why?
What are examples of organizational resources (list/define them) and how should organizations allocate scarce resources in a competitive environment? Also, be sure to discuss how organizations ensure that their resources are allocated appropriately.
Class....is it possible for a business professional to possess the capacity to be a good leader, yet lack the capacity to be a good manager...and vice versa? Please explain your position for both scenarios AND as always, be sure to bridge the theory/application gap.
How has the management function of leadership changed due to the increased presence of globalization? Would a good leader in one country be a good leader in another country? What characteristics should a leader possess to be successful in a global business environment? As always, be sure to bridge the theory/application gap.
Class....What is the control function of management and how does it relate to, and support, the planning function of management? Also, why does this function of management frequently have a negative stigma and how is it evolving? As always, please be sure to bridge the theory/application gap.
What are the different types of control systems? What are some advantages and disadvantages of various control mechanisms? Finally, how does your organization use the steps of the control process? As always, please be sure to bridge the theory/application gap.