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ACCA · Question 07 · Syllabus B: Organisational structure, culture, governance and sustainability
Section A
BioGenix is conducting a global pharmaceutical trial. Dr. Aris reports to the Head of Clinical Research for her scientific methodology, but she also reports to the Project Manager of the 'Alpha-Drug' trial for her daily deadlines and budget. What type of organizational structure is BioGenix utilizing?
Section A
BioGenix is conducting a global pharmaceutical trial. Dr. Aris reports to the Head of Clinical Research for her scientific methodology, but she also reports to the Project Manager of the 'Alpha-Drug' trial for her daily deadlines and budget. What type of organizational structure is BioGenix utilizing?
Answer options:
A.
Functional structure
B.
Divisional structure
C.
Matrix structure
D.
Entrepreneurial structure
How to approach this question
Identify the dual reporting lines (reporting to both a functional head and a project manager). This is the defining characteristic of a matrix structure.
Full Answer
C.Matrix structure✓ Correct
A matrix structure crosses functional and product/project lines, creating a grid or matrix. Employees have dual reporting relationships - generally to both a functional manager (for skills/methodology) and a product/project manager (for deliverables).
Common mistakes
Confusing matrix with divisional. Divisional has self-contained units, whereas matrix explicitly maintains the functional departments while overlaying project management.
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