Which term refers to the highest level of managers who develop strategic plans?

• A. Top Management
• B. Middle Management
• C. Supervisory
• D. Board of Directors

Answer: (A)

Strategic planning is done by those at the top of the organization because it involves defining long-term direction, mission, and major resource commitments that shape the entire company. Senior leaders—often the CEO and other top executives—analyze the external environment, set overall objectives, and decide how to allocate resources across functions. They craft the strategic plan that guides every part of the organization. Middle management translates that plan into departmental goals and coordinates its rollout, while supervisory staff handle day-to-day activities. The board of directors provides governance oversight and may approve strategic plans, but they do not typically develop the day-to-day strategy. So the term for the highest level of managers who develop strategic plans is Top Management.