Roles and Processes in Organizational Development Quiz
Test your knowledge on OD roles, processes, interventions, and effectiveness. 13 questions to challenge your understanding!
#1
Which of the following best describes organizational development (OD)?
A process for managing employee performance
A systematic approach to improving organizational effectiveness
A method for controlling organizational resources
A strategy for increasing shareholder value
#2
What is a primary objective of organizational development?
Maximizing individual employee performance
Optimizing team efficiency
Enhancing organizational effectiveness
Increasing profit margins
#3
What does 'organizational effectiveness' refer to?
The ability to achieve specific objectives or goals
The efficiency of individual employees
The size of the organization
The number of products or services offered
#4
In the context of organizational development, what is the purpose of a vision statement?
To outline short-term goals
To communicate the organization's long-term aspirations
To assess employee performance
To determine market trends
#5
What is 'organizational effectiveness' in the context of organizational development?
The ability of the organization to generate profits
The efficiency of individual employees
The organization's capacity to achieve its goals
The number of employees in the organization
#6
Which of the following is NOT a stage in the OD process?
Assessment
Implementation
Maintenance
Termination
#7
In the context of OD, what does 'diagnosis' refer to?
Identifying problems and opportunities within an organization
Prescribing solutions to organizational issues
Evaluating the effectiveness of interventions
Implementing planned changes
#8
What is the role of a change agent in organizational development?
To resist change within the organization
To facilitate and support change efforts
To maintain the status quo
To implement changes without consultation
#9
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of organizational culture?
Values and beliefs
Physical environment
Power structure
Technology infrastructure
#10
Which of the following best describes 'organizational learning'?
The process of implementing new technologies
The process of acquiring knowledge and skills at the individual level
The process of creating, retaining, and transferring knowledge within an organization
The process of restructuring organizational hierarchies
#11
Which of the following OD interventions focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and team dynamics?
Process consultation
Team building
Structural change
Management by objectives (MBO)
#12
What does 'force-field analysis' involve in organizational development?
Identifying driving and restraining forces for change
Assessing organizational strengths and weaknesses
Analyzing market trends
Developing contingency plans
#13
What is 'action research' in the context of organizational development?
Conducting surveys to gather employee feedback
Applying research findings to solve organizational problems
Engaging in a continuous cycle of planning, action, and reflection to generate learning and change
Reviewing past performance to identify areas for improvement
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