Organizational Theory Question Paper

Organizational Theory

Course:Bachelor Of Commerce

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2010

BBA 300
ORGANIZATIONAL THEORY
29TH NOVEMBER 2010
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer question one and two other questions

QUESTION ONE

a) A useful way to think about organizational growth and transformation is the concept of organizational life cycle. Showing organizational characteristics during the cycle, discuss this concept. (10marks)

b) Explain how you would undertake change in an organization using Kurt Lewin's approach to planned change. (10marks)

c) The one single element that is reflected in the way that the organization does business is its culture. Define the term organizational culture and discuss the basic types of organizational cultures. (10marks)

QUESTION TWO

a) Identify and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a matrix organization structure, showing the circumstances where it is most appropriate. (10marks)

b) Differentiate between organic and mechanic organizational forms. (10marks)

QUESTION THREE

An organization's external environment is composed of various elements that have a tremendous impact on its operations and functioning.

a) Discuss the various dimensions that can be used to classify and analyze the external environment. (10marks)

b) Discuss how organizations adapt to the complexities of the external environment. (10marks)

QUESTION FOUR

a) One of the earliest contributor to the theory of organization was Kenneth E. Boulding. Discuss his contributions of the classical approach to organizational design to organization theory. (10marks)

b) All organizations, individuals and groups experience conflict at some time during day to day business activities. Identify and discuss the sources of conflict in organization. (10marks)

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