Pam works in a matrix organization, and although she found it confusing at first, she has seen the inherent opportunities. Instead of being promoted from biology head, science head, to research head, Pam prefers a project career, with opportunities to serve in increasingly responsible and diverse project manager/project director positions. Fortunately, one of the strengths of a matrix organization is
A) a clear and singular line of command.
B) adherence to the unity-of-command principle.
C) centralized decision making.
D) there are more career choices, on both sides of organization.
E) focused and limited communications networks.

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A matrix organization allows for more career choices because employees can work on cross-functional projects and have opportunities to gain experience in different areas of the organization. This can lead to more diverse career paths and the ability to move up in the organization in different ways than just through traditional vertical promotions.

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