MOD 7 // QUIZ
A distinguishing characteristic of a mentoring relationship is that _____. a. an emotional tie exists between the mentor and the protégé b. the protégé gets groomed to replace the mentor c. the mentor recommends the protégé for promotion d. the protégé can avoid training if he or she is being mentored
A
A key element of behavioral role modeling is _____. a.essaying behaviors that a learner has observedb.showing behavioral characteristics of an underdog in a particular situationc.participating in simulations of company problemsd.reading about the accomplishments of great leaders
a
ChocoTruck Inc., a manufacturer of cocoa-based products, has retail outlets across the country. The company's top executive positions and managerial positions are held by people belonging to several ethnic minority and majority communities. Gender equality is also emphasized in the process of recruitment. ChocoTruck Inc. practices: a.leadership diversity.b.elitist management policies.c.work orientation.d.power distance.
a
Succession planning is vital to the long-term health of an organization and therefore an important responsibility of _____. a.senior leadershipb.future employeesc.lower-level employeesd.the logistics team
a
The board of directors at Veerz Inc. is looking to hire a new CEO for their firm. They have decided that their new CEO should be someone from outside the organization with ample experience in the industry and leadership capabilities. The board has decided to follow the general procedure for selection. Potential candidates will be thoroughly screened, background checks will be performed, and previous employers or business partners will be contacted to ensure one's candidature. However, the organization must conduct this process in a formal manner and use intermediaries to do the job for them. In this case, which of the following methods is the board likely to use? a.They would hire an executive search firm to locate the desired candidate.b.They would conduct an organization sponsored social event to try and lure top management from other firms.c.They would display an attractive advertisement in the top business magazines.d.The board members would individually select people from their personal contact list.
a
The major purpose of diversity training is to: a.bring about workplace harmony.b.conform to affirmative action legislation.c.break down status barriers between managers and employees.d.get people to express their hidden prejudices.
a
According to two specialists in leadership assessment, many big mistakes in careers and organizations result from _____. a.lack of educationb.gaps in self-awarenessc.lack of relevant experienced.excessive self-discipline
b
One of the major challenges faced by a new leader is _____. a.trying to break through informal groups at the workplaceb.deciding how much time to spend leading versus doing individual tasksc.preparing to accomplish more than required everydayd.deciding how to get rid of the people who are potential threats
b
The purpose of psychotherapy in leadership development is to _____. a.decrease sources of stress that reduce productivityb.overcome emotional problems c.help company leaders be more ethicald.help managers become more charismatic
b
Which of the following is least likely to be a source of cultural misunderstanding? a.Work habitsb.Entertaining in restaurantsc.Women's rolesd.Language differences
b
William, the CEO of a business empire that has a presence in eight different industries in twenty countries, possesses the expertise to persuade and convince people of other countries to accept his business ideas. William can be considered as a leader who: a.emphasizes time orientation.b.possesses global leadership skills.c.accepts societal hierarchy.d.maintains power distance.
b
Ali works in Chicago and is looking out for a mentor in his field of electrical and electronic engineering. He finds his mentor in Sweden. His mentor is very experienced in the same field and is willing to coach Ali in relation to his job and research studies. However, Ali and his mentor have no previous connections. They do not live in the same continent. They are linked together using profiling software. Which of the following coaching methods is most likely being used in this scenario? a. Action learning program b. Shadowing c. Online mentoring d. Behavioral role modeling
c
In terms of diversity, business performance is most likely to be enhanced when: a.the organization provides industrial products or services.b.the organization provides consumer products or services.c.at least 20 percent of the employees are from a protected group.d.the organization's culture supports diversity.
d
When faced with conflict, a Malaysian manager is likely to: a.ignore the situation.b.give in readily to the other side.c.look for ways to intensify the conflict.d.be diplomatic in finding a solution.
d
_____ are used to give managers the opportunity to work on problems that approximate those faced by the company. a.Skill-based programsb.Cruciblesc.Feedback intensive programsd.Simulations
d
A key principle in conducting business with people from another culture is to be firm and unyielding to avoid being taken advantage of. True False
f
Both companies and local economies benefit when those companies take the diversity initiative of purchasing from local, minority, or female-owned suppliers. True False
t
The stereotype of the leadership style of the manager in the southern U.S. is that he or she is laid back and interested in relationship building. True False
t
Tolerance for ambiguity is an asset for overseas executives because guidelines on how to behave in most cross-cultural situations are not clear cut. True False
t
Leadership development can take place by using one's immediate superior as a positive or negative model of effective leadership. True False
true
