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Assignment
1 Define the terms ‘strategy’. Explain the following:
a) Corporate strategy
b) Business strategy
c) Functional strategy
Answer:-Definition of Strategy
Strategy means the grand plan and the term is borrowed from the military which distinguished
between the grand plan and actual action by calling the former strategy and the latter tactics
Strategy in organisations can be divided into three:
2 Define the term ‘management’. Explain the Behavioural science theory and Systems theory.
Drive SPRING 2014
Program MBADS/ MBAFLEX/ MBAHCSN3/
MBAN2/ PGDBAN2
Semester 1
Subject code & name MB0038 – MANAGEMENT PROCESS AND
ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOUR
Book ID B1621
Credit and Max. Marks 4 credits; 60 marks

2. Answer:-Definition of management
According to Harold Koontz, “Management is an art of getting things done through and with people
in formally organised groups. It is an art of creating an environment in which people can perform as
individuals and can co-operate towards the attainment of group goals”. According to F.W. Taylor,
“Management is an art of knowing what to do, when to do, and see that it is done in the best and
cheapest way”.
3 Give the definition and importance of planning in an organisation and explain the steps in
planning.
Answer:-Definition of planning
Planning can be defined as a basic management function which enables one to select the purpose
of the business, and how the resources should be mustered to achieve that purpose to include using
the available resources optimally to do that. Planning implies goal setting for the organisation
keeping in mind the constraints, opportunities, and threats as much as what the person or business
which is planning wants to do. Thus, a plan is a
4 What is meant by leading? Describe the characteristics of leading.
Answer:-Explanation of the concept of leading
Leading can be defined as the process of setting direction, creating alignment, and creating
engagement to deliver high productivity and to facilitate change. Directing can be defined as the
process by which the managers instruct, guide, and oversee the performance of the workers to
achieve predetermined goals. It is the heart of management process. Planning, organising, and
staffing have got no importance if direction function
5 What are ‘attitudes’? Explain the components and functions of attitude.
Answer:-Meaning of attitude
Attitudes are also known as "frames of reference." They provide the background against which facts
and events are viewed. It becomes necessary to know the attitudes of members of an organisation
because they have to perceive specific aspects like pay, hours of work, promotion, etc. of their work
life in the wider context of their generalised attitudes. Attitudes are also known as "frames of
reference."

3. 6 Define leadership. Differentiate between ‘Laissez Faire’ and ‘democratic’ leadership style.
Answer:-Definition of leadership
Warren Bennis' definition of leadership is focused much more on the individual capability of the
leader: "Leadership is a function of knowing yourself, having a vision that is well communicated,
building trust among colleagues, and taking effective action to realise your own leadership
potential."
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