Question

Jasmine wants to become head of her department. Although she will be greatly compensated if she achieves this aim and will gain control over many subordinates, the main reason she is pursuing this position is that she thinks she can do the job better than anyone else and wants people to know this. According to the McClelland's theory of needs, which of the following needs primarily drives Jasmine in this case? the need for achievement the need for power the need for growth the need for affiliation the need for stability

Answer 1

Answer: The need for achievement

Explanation:

Jasmine's drive for success or becoming an head of department is the need for achievement. She knows she has the ability and can do better than others in the role, her drive in this case is not really money but proving to others that she is better at the job and can lead them.