The management process can be divided into the following five stages or phases: planning, directing, controlling, improving, and decision making. These phases are interrelated and are important for successful management. In the following table, identify the management process phase consistent with each description in the left column. Answer the following questions about the phases of the management process. True or False: Decision making is part of each of the other phases of the management process. True False True or False: Providing feedback that will allow management to determine which processes and procedures must be investigated is an example of directing. False True True or False: Strategic planning is related to long-term goals and objectives. True False