Political Science · Public Administration
Which of the following is NOT a key concept of Management by Objectives (MBO)?
AEmphasis on results rather than activities
BObjectives for specific managerial positions
CDecisions taken by management only ✓ Correct
DEstablishment of a periodic review system
Correct answer: (C) Decisions taken by management only — Decisions by management alone is not an MBO concept, so that is the answer.
Explanation
★Decisions by management alone is not an MBO concept, so that is the answer.
★MBO relies on joint goal-setting by managers and subordinates.
★It is participative, not top-down only.
★It emphasizes results rather than mere activities.
★It sets objectives for specific managerial positions.
★It also builds in periodic review of progress.
★Thus the answer is decisions taken by management only.
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