Goals and Objectives of an Organization

The video tutorial explains the difference between goals and objectives, highlighting that goals are the desired outcomes of an organization's activities, while objectives are precise, measurable actions with a set timeframe. Goals are overarching and long-term, whereas objectives are short-term and specific. The tutorial emphasizes that goals are composed of various objectives, providing a macro perspective, while objectives offer a micro perspective.

What is a common misconception about goals and objectives?

• They are only used in personal planning.

• They are completely unrelated.

• They are always long-term.

• They are often thought to be the same.

Which of the following best describes a goal?

• A desired outcome of an organization's activities.

• A list of daily tasks.

• A short-term action plan.

• A specific task with a deadline.

How are objectives typically characterized?

• As vague and undefined.

• As precise and measurable actions.

• As broad and long-term.

• As irrelevant to goals.

In what way are goals and objectives related?

• Goals are composed of various objectives.

• They are unrelated.

• Objectives are composed of various goals.

• Objectives are more macro than goals.

What is the nature of objectives compared to goals?

• Objectives are the same as goals.

• Objectives are more macro and long-term.

• Objectives are more micro and short-term.

• Objectives are less important than goals.