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University Z is about to take on a major project of changing from traditional written examinations to computer-based objective test questons.

Y is the systems manager at the university and has been appointed as the Project Manager. The university is very traditional in its management structure, whereby functional specialists manage each department. However, for this project, Y considers that a matrix structure would be required. The Vice Chancellor is not convinced that a matrix structure would be appropriate.

There are a number of advantages of a matrix structure.
Which of the following should Y use in his argument to convince the Vice Chancellor that a matrix structure is appropriate?

Select ALL that apply.

  1. Responsibilities are clearly identified
  2. Decision making is improved
  3. Lateral communications are improved
  4. Reporting lines are clearly established
  5. Managers are exposed to organisation-wide problems
  6. Specialist are able to appraise other disciplines

Answer(s): B,C,E



P is a chartered management accountant working for a large project engineering company. P's functional superior is the Chief Management Accountant.

However for about two thirds of the time available, P is seconded to work with various project teams on a concurrent basis under a matrix organisation structure. This has turned out to be a demanding job role for P, with a number of disadvantages.

Select ALL the disadvantages that apply.

  1. Tensions arise between the priorities of the projects and the functional department.
  2. Building close relationships with functional colleagues may be inhibited.
  3. Flexible project commitments might lead to an unstable work pattern.
  4. Training and development opportunities might be missed due to project commitments.
  5. Exposure to project management skills beyond management accountancy.
  6. Developing close relationships with other discipline specialists.

Answer(s): A,B,C,D



A manager of a finance department has been asked to take on additional work and has been advised to delegate some of his current jobs to his subordinates. He has a good relationship with his team and understands both their abiilty to contribute good ideas and that their level of cooperation will effect his success.

Which of the methods of delegation below is likely to be the most successful for him?

  1. Consultation
  2. Explanation
  3. Custom and Practice
  4. Abdication

Answer(s): A



Which of the following best describes a shared service centre (SSC)?

  1. A shared service centre is when a contract is initiated with a third party to provide part or all of a business process or function.
  2. A shared service centre refers to the provision of a service by one part of an organisation where that service has previously been found in more than one part of the organisation.
  3. A shared service centre is when a dedicated finance function is set up within each business area.
  4. A shared service centre is when an organisation requires expertise and support of a team with a variety of skills.

Answer(s): B



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Stephen commented on September 07, 2023
Good Questions indeed , they eased my mind as I prepared for the exam and I managed to smash the CIMA E2 at first attempt !!!
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