#1
Which of the following best describes organizational development (OD)?
A systematic approach to improving organizational effectiveness
ExplanationOD is a systematic approach aimed at enhancing organizational effectiveness.
#2
What is a primary objective of organizational development?
Enhancing organizational effectiveness
ExplanationThe primary objective of OD is to enhance organizational effectiveness.
#3
What does 'organizational effectiveness' refer to?
The ability to achieve specific objectives or goals
ExplanationOrganizational effectiveness refers to the ability to achieve specific objectives or goals.
#4
In the context of organizational development, what is the purpose of a vision statement?
To communicate the organization's long-term aspirations
ExplanationThe purpose of a vision statement in OD is to communicate the organization's long-term aspirations.
#5
What is 'organizational effectiveness' in the context of organizational development?
The organization's capacity to achieve its goals
ExplanationOrganizational effectiveness in OD refers to the organization's capacity to achieve its goals.
#6
Which of the following is NOT a stage in the OD process?
Maintenance
ExplanationMaintenance is not a stage in the OD process.
#7
In the context of OD, what does 'diagnosis' refer to?
Identifying problems and opportunities within an organization
ExplanationDiagnosis in OD refers to identifying problems and opportunities within an organization.
#8
What is the role of a change agent in organizational development?
To facilitate and support change efforts
ExplanationChange agents facilitate and support change efforts in organizational development.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of organizational culture?
Technology infrastructure
ExplanationTechnology infrastructure is not a characteristic of organizational culture.
#10
Which of the following best describes 'organizational learning'?
The process of creating, retaining, and transferring knowledge within an organization
ExplanationOrganizational learning is the process of creating, retaining, and transferring knowledge within an organization.
#11
Which of the following OD interventions focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and team dynamics?
Team building
ExplanationTeam building focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and team dynamics in OD interventions.
#12
What does 'force-field analysis' involve in organizational development?
Identifying driving and restraining forces for change
ExplanationForce-field analysis in OD involves identifying driving and restraining forces for change.
#13
What is 'action research' in the context of organizational development?
Engaging in a continuous cycle of planning, action, and reflection to generate learning and change
ExplanationAction research in OD involves engaging in a continuous cycle of planning, action, and reflection to generate learning and change.