Question

Why are technical skills considered less critical for top management as opposed to lower-level managers?

• A. Top managers do not supervise day-to-day activities directly
• B. Technical tasks require less knowledge at higher levels
• C. Top managers only interact with external stakeholders
• D. Technical skills become obsolete at top-level positions

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Top managers do not supervise day-to-day activities directly

• Lower-level managers require technical skills for direct supervision and guidance of employees in specialized tasks, whereas top-level managers focus on strategic planning and policy formation, relying more on conceptual and human skills for overall organizational effectiveness.