Question

Consider the following statements regarding management functions and skills: Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1. Henry Fayol identified "command" as a managerial activity that involves determining the basic operating and financial structure of the organization.
2. Top-level managers primarily require strong technical skills, as their role is largely concerned with the direct execution of tasks.
3. Human skills are equally important at all levels of management because they involve the ability to work well with people, irrespective of the management hierarchy.

• A. None of these
• B. iii only
• C. All
• D. i, iii

Answer 1

Answer:

B. iii only

• Henry Fayol identified "command" as a managerial activity, but determining the basic operating and financial structure is characteristic of the planning function, which is a key responsibility of top-level management.

• Top-level managers primarily require strong conceptual skills for strategic planning and viewing the organization as a whole. Technical skills are more crucial for lower-level managers.