ACCA Applied Knowledge · Business and Technology · Leadership, management and supervision
Which of the following is a recognised benefit of delegation for a manager?
Delegation frees the manager's time for more strategic work, and also develops subordinates' skills and motivation. It does not remove the manager's accountability, and it cannot guarantee faster completion because subordinates may need guidance and monitoring.
- AIt frees the manager's time for more strategic workCorrect
- BIt removes the manager's accountability for the delegated task
- CIt guarantees the task will be completed more quickly than if done personally
Explanation
Delegation releases managerial time for planning and strategic tasks, and also develops subordinates. It does not remove accountability, and it does not guarantee faster completion, since the subordinate may need training and supervision.
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