Several researchers have identified strong connections between corporate culture and resistance to organisational change.

Several researchers have identified strong connections between corporate culture and resistance to organisational change.

Which TWO of the following are likely to be most resistant to organisational change:
A . H is a partnership of professionals with similar training, background and expertise. Power lies in senior individuals who generally believe themselves to be more important than the business. Co-operative and consistent behaviour is unusual.
B . E is a small entrepreneurial firm controlled by an owner-manager. There are few rules and little bureaucracy. The firm can react quickly and decision making by the owner will be swift.
C . F is a large bureaucratic organisation, structured by function. Staff working in F tend to be preoccupied with fulfilling their narrow job duties, with an emphasis on consistent, day-to-day routines.
D . G is a project-based organisation where flexible teams are formed to solve particular problems. G is characterised by teamwork, flexibility and a strong commitment to making
things happen.

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Answer: A,C