CIMA Exam CIMAPRA19-E02-1 Topic 3 Question 103 Discussion

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Question #: 103
Topic #: 3

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Charles Handy described organisational culture as:

AThe way we do things around here

BValues embedded in an organisation

CAn invisible bond which ties the people of the organisation together

DThe way of the employees and their beliefs

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Suggested Answer: A

by Merlyn at Nov 15, 2024, 11:15 PM

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Vanna

6 days ago

B is the classic definition, but I think Handy was really trying to emphasize the 'how' rather than the 'what' of organisational culture.

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Hubert

10 days ago

Haha, I was hoping for an answer choice that mentioned the mandatory Friday pizza parties. That's the real glue that binds us together!

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Michael

22 days ago

D is too focused on just the employees. Organisational culture is more than just individual beliefs.

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Lavelle

16 hours ago

A) The way we do things around here

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Casie

24 days ago

I'd go with C. It captures the intangible yet unifying aspect of culture in a way that resonates with me.

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Renato

26 days ago

I believe it could also be B) Values embedded in an organisation, as values play a significant role in shaping the culture.

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Tegan

27 days ago

Option A seems to be the most comprehensive and accurate description of organisational culture.

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Shawana

2 days ago

I agree, option A really captures the essence of organisational culture.

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Edgar

29 days ago

I agree with Deja, because the culture of an organization is reflected in the way things are done.

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Deja

1 months ago

I think the answer is A) The way we do things around here.

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