In Henry Mintzberg’s managerial roles framework, which role falls directly under the ‘Interpersonal’ category?
AMonitor
BSpokesperson
CFigurehead
DEntrepreneur
Explanation
• Mintzberg categorized 10 managerial roles into three sets: Interpersonal (Figurehead, Leader, Liaison), Informational (Monitor, Disseminator, Spokesperson), and Decisional (Entrepreneur, Disturbance Handler, Resource Allocator, Negotiator).
• Figurehead performs symbolic, social, or legal duties expected of executive positions.
• Spokesperson communicates information to external stakeholders (an informational role).
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Principles of Management
- Subtopic: Mintzberg Managerial Roles

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