Suppose a manager starts an affirmative action program to increase opportunities for minority advancement and then communicates the objectives of the program to all employees. By doing this the manager gains their support and participation. This manager is performing which management function?

A) Planning
B) Organising
C) Leading
D) Motivating
E) Controlling

Affirmative Action Program

Policies designed to increase opportunities for historically underrepresented groups by considering those group memberships in decisions like hiring and admissions.

Minority Advancement

Efforts and programs aimed at improving the social, educational, and economic status of groups that are historically underrepresented or disadvantaged.

Management Function

Activities and responsibilities of managers in an organization, which typically include planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.