Which of the following is NOT typically considered a decisional role?

• A. Entrepreneur
• B. Resource allocator
• C. Monitor
• D. Negotiator

Answer: (C)

The idea being tested is distinguishing between decisional and informational roles in management. The role that is not typically considered decisional is Monitor. In Mintzberg’s framework, decisional roles involve making choices about resources and actions: an entrepreneurial leader seeks opportunities and drives change, a resource allocator decides how to distribute scarce resources, and a negotiator handles bargaining and agreements that affect the organization’s interests. Monitor, on the other hand, is about gathering and analyzing information, scanning the environment, and keeping track of performance to inform those decisions. It’s an informational activity that supports decision-making rather than being a decision-maker itself.