1.3. Functions of Management

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the first function of management?

   Hint

   Think of organizing your tasks.

2. 2.

   Name one benefit of effective staffing.

   Hint

   Consider what happens if you don't fit people to roles.

3. 3.

   What is the primary goal of planning?

   • To lead teams
   • To arrange resources
   • To set goals

   Hint

   Think about the first function of management.

4. 4.

   True or False: Staffing includes hiring and training employees.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what staffing involves.

5. 5.

   Design a project plan for a team-based assignment considering all five functions of management. Outline how you would approach each function.

   Hint

   Think about a project you have managed or participated in before.

6. 6.

   Critique a company known for poor management. Identify how deficiencies in the five functions contributed to failures.

   Hint

   Use well-known companies as examples.