Organisational Structure and Functions Quiz

What is the purpose of an organisational structure?

• To determine how information flows within a company

• To section a company based on the specialisation of its workforce

• To provide a visual representation of the company's hierarchy

• To outline the goals of an organisation

Which is the most common organisational structure?

• Functional structure

• Matrix structure

• Divisional structure

• Network structure

Which departments are commonly found in small-to-medium-sized businesses?

• Marketing, sales, and operations

• Research & Development, HR, and finance

• Production, purchasing, and accounting

• IT, customer service, and administration

What are the main responsibilities of the production function?

• Production planning and scheduling

• Managing product quality

• Maintenance of plant and equipment

• All of the above

Which function is responsible for developing new products or processes?

• Production function

• Research & Development function

• Purchasing function

• Marketing function

What is the main responsibility of the purchasing function?

• Acquiring goods and services for the organisation

• Developing new products or processes

• Identifying and satisfying customers' needs

• Managing the marketing mix

What does the marketing function involve?

• Researching what customers want

• Creating marketing strategies

• Monitoring competitor's activities

• All of the above

Which function is responsible for recruitment and selection?

• HR function

• Marketing function

• Accounting & Finance function

• Production function

What does the accounting & finance function involve?

• Financial record keeping

• Preparing financial statements

• Payroll administration

• All of the above

Which department is responsible for managing the marketing mix?

• Production department

• Research & Development department

• Purchasing department

• Marketing department