CPM Leadership and Human Resources 2

Question 1

What is 'benchmarking' in property management performance measurement?

Accepted Answer

Comparing a property's performance metrics to industry standards or peer properties

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Setting minimum maintenance standards for units

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Evaluating a property's physical condition

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Setting tenant screening benchmarks

Question 2

Which management style involves allowing experienced employees to work autonomously with minimal supervision?

Accepted Answer

Laissez-faire / delegative leadership

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Autocratic management

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Micromanagement

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Transactional management

Question 3

What does 'span of control' mean in organizational management?

Accepted Answer

The number of direct reports a manager supervises

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The geographic area a manager oversees

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The budget authority a manager holds

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The number of properties in a portfolio

Question 4

What is the primary legal risk of misclassifying employees as independent contractors?

Accepted Answer

Liability for unpaid payroll taxes, benefits, and overtime under federal and state law

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Violation of the Fair Housing Act

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Breach of the management contract

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Violation of OSHA safety standards

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'management by objectives' (MBO)?

Accepted Answer

A goal-setting process where managers and employees collaboratively define specific, measurable objectives

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Managing based on strict adherence to standard operating procedures

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Micromanaging employees' daily tasks

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Setting objectives without employee input

Question 6

What is the IREM requirement for CPM candidates regarding professional experience?

Accepted Answer

3 years of qualifying real estate management experience at the management executive level

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1 year managing any type of real estate

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5 years in property sales

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2 years in commercial banking