BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF MANAGEMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the terms below is defined as ‘Long-term or primary goals’?
A
proximal goals
B
distal goals
C
strategic goals
D
tactical goals
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Proximal goals are referred to as primary goals, whereas distal goals are referred to as subgoals. Proximal goals define the final objective to be achieved, whereas distal goals define the steps that should be taken to achieve the final objective.

Detailed explanation-2: -Proximal goals are objectives that are attainable in a fairly short time. For example, studying a page in the textbook may be considered a proximal goal. Distal goals are objectives that take longer to attain. For example, obtaining a university degree is a distal goal.

Detailed explanation-3: -What is long-term planning? Long-term planning involves goals that take a longer time to reach and require more steps; they usually take a minimum of a year or two to complete. They aim to permanently resolve issues and reach and maintain success over a continued period.

Detailed explanation-4: -Management goals are achievement plans communicated to employees. They are specific and clearly defined objectives used to engage employees in the company process and increase performance.

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