CAP Ch12
Which step in the systems thinking approach consists of a synthesis, which looks out of all components?
Explaining the behavior or properties of the whole system.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a crowdsourcing system found on the Web?
Which of the following statements is an advantage in using the systems thinking approach?
It focuses on the system as a whole so that it is always analyzed in terms of the overall purpose of the system.
Which of the following statements is one way crowdsourcing systems can recruit and retain users?
NOT "Allow users to use the crowdsourcing system without contributing to its content." Review 12.5 Crowdsourcing Systems on the Web," objectives 16-20
Which of the following statements about long-range planning does NOT inhibit strategic thinking?
NOT "The plans companies make determine their direction instead of providing a clear sense of direction determining their plans." Review 12.4 Strategic Thinking: Key to Corporate Survival," objectives 11-15
Which of these reasons regarding long-range planning would clearly impede strategic thinking?
NOT "Those at the top often share the credit with their subordinates, who likely developed the strategic thinking plan." Review 12.4 Strategic Thinking: Key to Corporate Survival," objectives 11-15
Which component of the strategic leadership environment requires strategic leaders to explore various contexts, such as cultural, historical, religious, economical, and/or political components?
NOT "national security" Review 12.1 Strategic Leadership: Defining the Challenge," objectives 1-5
Which of the following statement is a disadvantage in the systems thinking approach?
Often leaders unrealistically demand simplicity and certainty in a complex and uncertain environment.
All of the following statements are challenges that a crowdsourcing system must address EXCEPT which one?
Other systems where users collaborate privately, where it is not to the benefit of the entire group.
We must allow a broad range of methods for communicating with foreign publics, including new media.
Reject volunteers.
Which of the following is NOT an enduring American interest as outlined in the National Security Strategy?
Respect for values that pertain to the United States without regard to other nations.
What is the TRUE statement regarding the strategy and operations relationship?
The strategy and operations must both be clear to achieve an effective result.
Which of the following is a FALSE statement about consequential decisions?
They occur within the lower levels of organizations.
Identify the following statement as either true or false: Our diplomats are the first line of engagement, listening to our partners, learning from them, building respect for one another, and seeking common ground.
True
Which of the following statements best summarizes the goals of strategic communications?
We must allow a broad range of methods for communicating with foreign publics, including new media.
Which of the following statements does NOT represent a way to achieve our goals for diplomacy?
Work toward refocusing programs and missions to promote and grow U.S. needs regardless of the international climate.
The _____________character of the strategic environment stems from different points of view, perspectives, and interpretations of an event or information.
ambiguous
A __________ enlists a crowd of users to explicitly collaborate to build a long-lasting artifact that is beneficial to the whole community.
crowdsourcing system
The key to developing a simple, clear, and useful statement of strategy lies in the concept of the ___________________.
driving force
Which of the following competencies would be inappropriate for a leader to possess?
narrow-mindedness
The ____________ component of the strategic leadership environment consists of all US government personnel, and its objectives shape the decision making of strategic leaders.
national security
Which of the following is NOT a competency good leaders should possess?
self-centered
Across all our efforts, effective __________ are essential to sustaining global legitimacy and supporting our policy aims.
strategic communications
A _________________ should provide a picture of the organization as it wants to look in the future.
strategy
Ethnic cleansing in Bosnia and Kosovo as well as terrorism in the Middle East would be an example of what type of challenge of strategic leadership?
volatile