Practice Centralization Vs. Decentralization (4.2.5) - Organizational Structure and Design

Practice: Centralization vs. Decentralization

Lesson 4.2.5Organizational Structure and Design

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Question 1.
Define centralization in your own words.
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Think about who makes the decisions in a centralized organization.
Question 2.
What is decentralization?
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Consider how power is distributed in an organization.
3Question 3.
What is centralization?
- Decision-making at lower levels
- Decision-making at top levels
- No decision-making authority
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Think about who has the power to make decisions.
4Question 4.
Decentralization primarily leads to which of the following?
- True
- False
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Recall the meaning of decentralization.
Question 5.
Consider a technology company that initially operates with a centralized structure. Analyze the benefits and potential challenges they might face if they decide to implement a decentralized model.
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Reflect on both sides: what might they gain and lose by changing structures?
Question 6.
Evaluate how centralization might impact employee morale and engagement compared to decentralization. Provide examples from real-life organizations.
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Think about how involvement in decision-making affects motivation.

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