Organisational Structures

What is an organisational structure?

• A formal document for employees to discuss with colleagues

• A structured method of understanding who completes projects

• A way that organisational activities are divided, organised and communicated

• A communication strategy issued by the company

Which organisational structure is typically "boss-less"?

• Hierarchical

• Flat

• Matrix

• Holocratic

Which organisational structure is complex and brings teams of employees together?

• Hierarchical

• Flat

• Matrix

• Holocratic

Which organisational structure has less bureaucracy and appears to have lots of employees reporting into one manager?

• Hierarchical

• Flat

• Matrix

• Holocratic

Which is an advantage which flat organisational structures?

• no single decision maker

• all employees make the final decision

• gives employees more responsibility

• communication is controlled

What is a disadvantage of hierarchical organisational structures?

• demotivates staff

• it is not clear who employees report to

• does not define authority levels

• can slow down decision making

Which organisational structure has the advantage of giving a more dynamic view of the organisation?

• Hierarchical

• Flat

• Matrix

• Holocratic

Which organisational structure do micro businesses typically have?

• Hierarchical

• Flat

• Matrix

• Holocratic

Which organisational structure has the disadvantage of slowing down important changes or decisions?

• Hierarchical

• Flat

• Matrix

• Holocratic

Which of the following is not an organisational structure?

• Holocratic

• Objective

• Flat

• Matrix