Management by objectives (MBO) or management by outcomes is a managerial method that focuses attention on:
a. Organizational goals
b. Unit goals
c. Individual achievement
d. Teamwork
ANS: C
MBO focuses attention on individual achievement, motivates individuals to accomplish, and measures performance in terms of results.
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