Question1

As a new management trainee for a large Fortune 500 organization, you shadow several managers of various divisions to learn the different functions of the business. In your rotation, you notice that while they oversee different aspects of the organization, the managers have essentially similar roles and responsibilities.

In a few paragraphs, please explain the manager's job, according to Henry Mintzberg. What responsibilities and day-to-day tasks might all managers have in common? What do managers do to help organizations achieve top performance?

Question2

Visit an online job search site and select three managerial job openings from different industries. Closely study the qualifications required of each one. What nontechnical skills and qualities are being sought by all three listings? Why are these qualities necessary for the job?

Now, study the job descriptions of the three positions. What responsibilities do they all have in common?

Question3

Select an industry that you are interested in. What would be some threats that a manager in that industry might face? What might be some opportunities? Why must a manager be aware of the threats and opportunities in the external environment?

Question4

Why must a manager be aware of the weaknesses and strengths of their organization and employees?

Question5

When should managers exercise leadership skills?