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HRPA CHRP-KE Exam - Topic 1 Question 11 Discussion

What is the primary goal of organizational development?
C) To enhance the effectiveness of the organization and the well-being of its members through planned systemic change
A) To make structural changes, such as altering the chain of command, to enhance the speed of organizational response to changing market conditions
B) To implement changes in business processes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
D) To quickly respond to external changes in the market by adopting new technologies or business strategies.

HRPA CHRP-KE Exam - Topic 1 Question 11 Discussion

Actual exam question for HRPA's CHRP-KE exam
Question #: 11
Topic #: 1
[All CHRP-KE Questions]

What is the primary goal of organizational development?

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Suggested Answer: C

Organizational Development (OD) is defined in HRPA materials as a long-term, planned, systemic effort, grounded in behavioural science, aimed at improving organizational effectiveness and the well-being of its members. While OD may use structural adjustments (A) or process changes (B) as interventions, its primary aim is broader: culture, processes, and human systems are developed through planned change to enhance both organizational results and people outcomes. Option D captures responsiveness but not the developmental, system-wide, and people-centred focus central to OD.

Relevant HRPA references (no external links): HRPA Study Guide -- Organizational Effectiveness: OD definitions and objectives; HRPA Competency Framework -- Leading planned change and culture development.


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Fairy
2 hours ago
I think option C is the best. It focuses on effectiveness and well-being.
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Vicki
5 days ago
Wait, I didn't know well-being was a focus too!
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Werner
10 days ago
B is also important for efficiency, but C covers more ground.
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Frederica
16 days ago
Really? I thought it was more about structural changes.
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Jesusa
2 months ago
Totally agree, option C is spot on!
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Bobbie
2 months ago
The main goal is to enhance effectiveness and well-being through planned change.
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Sophia
3 months ago
I’m torn between C and B. I know efficiency is important, but I think the focus should be on overall effectiveness and well-being.
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Herschel
3 months ago
I feel like A and D are more about reacting to changes, while C seems to capture the essence of organizational development better.
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Colby
3 months ago
I remember a practice question that focused on structural changes, but I’m not sure if that’s the primary goal here.
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Ronald
3 months ago
I think the main goal is about enhancing effectiveness and well-being, so I’m leaning towards C.
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