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ACCA · Question 48 · Business & Technology

Section B — Multi-Task Question (Syllabus Area B)

Scenario: "TechNova" is a rapidly growing software company. It recently reorganized so that developers report to both a Head of Engineering and a specific Product Manager. The company culture is highly focused on getting the job done, forming temporary teams to solve specific coding bugs. To improve governance, the board established a committee consisting solely of independent NEDs to recommend new board appointments. Furthermore, TechNova has voluntarily committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2030, well ahead of any legal requirements.

Evaluate the scenario and complete the following 4 tasks:
Task 1: Identify TechNova's new organizational structure.
Task 2: Identify TechNova's culture according to Charles Handy.
Task 3: Identify the corporate governance committee described.
Task 4: Identify TechNova's CSR strategy stance.

Which of the following combinations correctly answers Tasks 1 to 4?

Answer options:

A.

1: Divisional, 2: Role culture, 3: Audit committee, 4: Reactive

B.

1: Matrix, 2: Task culture, 3: Nomination committee, 4: Proactive

C.

1: Functional, 2: Power culture, 3: Remuneration committee, 4: Defensive

D.

1: Matrix, 2: Person culture, 3: Nomination committee, 4: Accommodating

How to approach this question

Task 1: Two bosses = Matrix. Task 2: Job/project focus = Task culture. Task 3: Recommending appointments = Nomination committee. Task 4: Going beyond the law voluntarily = Proactive.

Full Answer

B.1: Matrix, 2: Task culture, 3: Nomination committee, 4: Proactive✓ Correct
Task 1: Matrix structures feature dual reporting lines. Task 2: Task culture (Athena) focuses on project teams and solving problems. Task 3: The Nomination committee handles board appointments. Task 4: A proactive CSR strategy involves taking voluntary action beyond legal compliance.

Common mistakes

Confusing the Nomination committee with the Remuneration or Audit committee.

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