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Week 1 DQ 2 How do managers at different levels apply the four functions of management' Managers at different levels apply the four functions of management in similar ways because the functions are an effective and efficient way of managing a business these functions when used together will assist in achieving success. Top level managers use these functions for long term goals and to help control resources as well as set goals for the company overall. Mid level managers will mostly do the planning they are known to plan the goals of the company. The front line managers are the one's who organize and whose job is to manage the company All of these work hand in hand to make a company successful. WEEK 1 DQ 3 What are some advantages and disadvantages of delegation' Some advantages of delegating are : the ability to get more work done by passing on small assignments give training to others and help build morale as people feel trusted to handle tasks ability to mentor and lead department  in other pressing concerns as well as offer cross-training Some of the disadvantages are: By delegating you risk the chance of the work not being completed.  You cannot keep an eye on the process and see what method is being used to complete it By delegating a task someone could misunderstand the instructions and complete the task wrong. Delegating is a positive tool to use as with anything there are disadvantages as well but overall it is a good tool to use. WEEK 1 DQ 4 The purpose of environmental scanning is to gather, analyze, and dispense information for tactical or strategic purposes. The environmental scanning process involves gathering both factual and subjective information on the organizations environments in which a business is operating or considering.  WEEK 2 DQ1 . Single use plans- one time use plans having a specific goal or objective . Standing plans- plans that identify the "big picture". . Contingency Plans- devised for a specific situation. Contingency plans were used in the organization in which I worked for. We would revise and often participate in mock exercises to be prepared for situations that could go wrong.  By constantly updating and going over these plans it kept staff knowledgeable regarding how they were expected to respond in an emergency situation. Most often the way people train is the way that they will respond in a true emergency.   WEEK 2 DQ 2 Yes, organizations can over-plan. Many small businesses start out with a start-up plan in order to get the business going and they may come together again and create more plans as the business grows. In larger companies there are people who have been hired to do nothing but plan they plan for emergencies, they plan for unexpected outages and many other things that may never take place. Over planning may not be a bad thing in some cases because you just never know when or if you are ever going to use it.   WEEK 2 DQ 3 A factor that influences the planning process is the budget, and any plan that does not have a budget will not make it through the implementation process. A budget should be considered in several steps of the planning process because of its affect on the plan and the obligation it holds regarding the people depending on it. Another factor that influences the planning process are priorities. Priorities allow a business to make choices that are beneficial overall they are carefully monitored during the goal and plan evaluation steps. Another factor that influences the planning process is situation analysis. When current economical conditions are good or bad this process will be discovered during the onset of the plan. This factor can help make the plan successful or unsuccessful. WEEK 2 DQ 4 Organizational responsibilities plays a role in the planning process because organization is responsible for providing stake holders with profit or value. Most likely what will benefit the stakeholders will always play a role in the decisions that involves the planning process because the end result is for the company to be profitable. Ethics plays a role in the planning process because ethical beliefs is what influences priorities and goals. Ethics will also have an impact on the decisions made regarding the budget. These decisions are integral to the planning process. Organizations have a responsibility to the employees and sometimes the community. WEEK 3 DQ 2 What is management's role in organizing human capital'  Does this role vary from organization to organization'Management's role in organizing human capital is to utilize employees in areas that they are more productive and effective management should also maintain the loyalty of employees as well as motivate employees to use their talents.  Why or why not' To determine the strategic value of an employees knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to the organization. Management should base this on the four values (ethical, legal, financial, and strategic) which should also be used to help make a decision on when organizing human capital is necessary for the success of the business. WEEK 3 DQ 3 A way to determine if they are structured in the most efficient and effective manner is to refer back to the organizations business plan. It is good for a company to revisit their business plan at least quarterly so that they can make sure that they are on the right path and if there are any changes needed then they can make them before the company becomes endanger of going under or before they would be forced to lay off employees.   WEEK 3 DQ4 4.  How do organizational functions affect organizational structures'  How do your organization's functions affect its organizational structure' Organizational functions affect organizational structures because there should be guidelines in place that each employee is expected to follow. Management should make sure that the lines of communication between themselves and line staff are open, and any problems that need to be addressed is handled. The structure (the people on top) should make sure that the employees are meeting expectations that has been outlined by the manager communication is a very important factor. The organization that I work for has put guidelines in place that evaluates employees quarterly to make sure that they are meeting the goal of the department and if there are any questions employees can address them then. I like meeting this way instead of waiting until evaluation time then you cannot get a raise because your review was not all that well. Organizational functions affect organizational structures very negatively if guidelines and policies are not created for employees to follow. WEEK 4 DQ 1 How do your organization's leaders influence your organization's culture'Organization leaders can influence the culture in a positive or negative way. Culture will sometimes determine how leadership function, or leadership will transform the organizational culture so that the culture will support the organizational values. The organization that I work for leaders influence organizations culture by determining what they would like to see happen within the organization. Certain rules and regulations that they want to enforce the organization's principles that they would like for the employees to share and the purpose of the organization's function.   WEEK 4 DQ2 .  Can someone who is a leader NOT be a manager' Why or why not' Yes, someone who is not a leader can be a manager. A manager's job is to manage the office such as check time cards, complete employees reviews, schedule employees vacation time as well as assist employees when the department is understaffed. These are assignments that a manager completes all the time.  These skills are not "exclusive in nature." WEEK 4 DQ 3 What are some skills that leaders need to possess' Skills that a leader need to possess are: Listening skills Communication skills Fairness  Ability to delegate Ability to Initiate    WEEK 4 DQ 4 How has management changed due to the increased role of globalization' Management has changed with the way they communicate with employees. Years ago communicating via texting and email would have been considered not acceptable, but during this day and age it seems to be the most effective way to communicate. With many company's going international it has forced managers to set aside traditional ways that seemed to have worked in the past to what this new generation of business men and women have established as to what works in countries around the world.