ARE 112 – Winter 2026 Final Exam Review

Vocabulary flashcards created to review key concepts and terms from the ARE 112 Winter 2026 lecture notes.

SWOT

A tool for internal and external analysis; stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.

Emotional Intelligence (EI)

The ability to understand and manage your own emotions, as well as those of others.

The Maxwell Model

A framework that discusses the process of transitioning from a manager to a leader.

Leadership Traits

Characteristics that are essential for effective leadership, such as self-awareness and motivation.

Systems Approach

A perspective in management that emphasizes understanding a system as a whole, rather than just its parts.

The Five Levels of Leadership

A concept by John Maxwell that outlines the progression of leadership development.

Classical Conditioning vs. Operant Conditioning

The distinction between two types of learning; only operant conditioning requires a reward.

Bain Company

A consulting firm mentioned in the class that focuses on strategic leadership models.

Decision Making

The process of making choices by identifying a decision, gathering information, and assessing alternatives.

The Art of War

An ancient Chinese treatise on military strategy, emphasizing the importance of strategy over tactics.

Mintzberg's Manager Roles

A framework outlining various roles managers play, including figurehead and liaison.

Organizational Success

Achieving goals through effective management, coordination, and leadership.