MGMT 3000 L13

Which of the following would not be an implication for managers as they work within organizational culture?

An organization's culture is fixed and cannot be changed. The culture makes the organization what it is, so changing the culture would have a major effect on the organization, possibly causing irreparable damage.

Although most organizations are sufficiently focused on extrinsic rewards such as pay and promotions, they often forget about the power of smaller (and cheaper) rewards such as praise. If you, as a manager, wanted to reward without offering a raise or promotion, you could:

Catch employees doing something right.

Which of the following is NOT a function of culture?

Culture dictates organizational structure and defines the appropriate management style to be used for various levels of employees.

When interviewing for a position with an organization, which of the following is the most important characteristic of the organization's culture to consider in terms of whether the organization would be a good match for you?

Each organization has primary characteristics that capture the essence of the organization's culture. As an applicant, you must select the organization that best matches you and how you will best function in your new position within the organization. If it isn't a "good fit," look elsewhere.

Kasden Real Estate's annual report contains a section describing Kasden's corporate culture. In it, Kasden claims its culture reflects the people-oriented values of Kasden's founders, who placed people ahead of profits. As an example of these values in action, the report describes Kasden's tuition reimbursement program, which pays college bills of eligible employees. The report also describes Kasden's focus on promoting an ethical culture, citing for support the fact that all executives have corporate responsibility goals each year. The report's claim about Kasden's tuition reimbursement program rests on the assumption that ________.

Kasden did not create the program primarily to attract top talent to the organization.

Which principle provides an environment in which employees can discuss ethical dilemmas without fear of reprimand?

Provide protective mechanisms.

Your company has monthly luncheons that start with a big company chant, and then everyone sits and eats together. What is this an example of?

Rituals

The process that adapts employees to the organization's culture is known as ________.

Socialization

You work in an organization that promotes employee happiness and shows that it values them. Employees are treated with respect and are encouraged to be creative. What is this an example of?

Spiritual culture

Which of the following is the degree to which activities are organized around teams rather than individuals?

Team orientation

Which of the following statements about culture is false?

Today's trend toward centralized organizations makes culture more important than ever, and it also makes establishing a strong culture much easier than it had been in the past.

In today's world of increasing diversity in the workplace, more and more organizations are understanding workplace spirituality. Workplace spirituality recognizes:

Workplace spirituality recognizes that people have an inner life that nourishes and is nourished by meaningful work in the context of community.