Question 1

The global matrix structure:

Accepted Answer

A)  will increase horizontal coordination, but will decrease vertical coordination. 
B)  works best when there is pressure for decision making that balances the interests of both product standardization and geographical localization. 
C)  commonly utilizes matrix bosses as functional and product heads. 
D)  is usually found in firms that have reached the "international stage" of international evolution. 
A)  will increase horizontal coordination, but will decrease vertical coordination. 
B)  works best when there is pressure for decision making that balances the interests of both product standardization and geographical localization. 
C)  commonly utilizes matrix bosses as functional and product heads. 
D)  is usually found in firms that have reached the "international stage" of international evolution. B

Question 2

One of the earliest, and still one of the most powerful, motivations for U.S. companies to invest abroad relates to ____: obtaining raw materials, labor, and other resources at the lowest possible cost.

Accepted Answer

A)  factors of production 
B)  economies of scope 
C)  economies of scale 
D)  technological factors 
A)  factors of production 
B)  economies of scope 
C)  economies of scale 
D)  technological factors A

Question 3

When a company such as Coca-Cola decides to use the same product design and advertising strategy throughout the world, it is following the ____ strategy.

Accepted Answer

A)  multidomestic 
B)  consortia 
C)  focused 
D)  globalization 
A)  multidomestic 
B)  consortia 
C)  focused 
D)  globalization D

Question 4

Discuss the global matrix structure. Give an example.

Accepted Answer

The global matrix structure is a type of

Question 5

In the global stage of international development, the market potential of a firm is mostly domestic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Truly global companies no longer think of themselves as having a single home country and have been called stateless corporations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

All of the following except ____ are typical alliances used for global expansion.

Accepted Answer

A)  wholly-owned subsidiaries 
B)  joint ventures 
C)  consortia 
D)  licensing 
A)  wholly-owned subsidiaries 
B)  joint ventures 
C)  consortia 
D)  licensing

Question 8

Functional managers coordinate across functions whereas country managers coordinate among countries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In many instances, companies will need to respond to both global and local opportunities simultaneously. In this case, the global matrix structure can be used.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Functional structures are found more frequently in a worldwide business than in a domestic business.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The management philosophy of transnational model is based on interdependence rather than either full divisional independence or total dependence of these units on headquarters for decision making and control.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

-Reference Organization Chart 6.2. This structure is:

Accepted Answer

A)  Global geographic division structure 
B)  Global matrix structure 
C)  Global product division structure 
D)  Global functional structure 
A)  Global geographic division structure 
B)  Global matrix structure 
C)  Global product division structure 
D)  Global functional structure

Question 13

List the reasons why most organizations tap only a fraction of the potential that is available from the cross-border transfer of knowledge.

Accepted Answer

Organizations often tap only a fraction

Question 14

With a global geographic division structure, each division's manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling all functions for the production and distribution of its products for any market around the world.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Discuss the global geographic division structure.

Accepted Answer

The global geographic division structure

Question 16

List and discuss the characteristics that distinguish the transnational organization from other global organization forms.

Accepted Answer

Transnational organizations are distinct

Question 17

Hybrid structures are typical in highly volatile environments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

In the _____ stage of international development, the company is domestically oriented, but managers are aware of the global environment and may want to consider initial foreign investment.

Accepted Answer

A)  international 
B)  domestic 
C)  multinational 
D)  global 
A)  international 
B)  domestic 
C)  multinational 
D)  global

Question 19

Which of the following strategies should an organization pursue if the forces for national responsiveness and the forces for global integration are high?

Accepted Answer

A)  Export 
B)  Multidomestic 
C)  Globalization 
D)  Globalization and multidomestic 
A)  Export 
B)  Multidomestic 
C)  Globalization 
D)  Globalization and multidomestic

Question 20

A transnational team is a work group made up of multinational members whose activities span multiple countries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The global matrix structure:

One of the earliest, and still one of the most powerful, motivations for U.S. companies to invest abroad relates to ____: obtaining raw materials, labor, and other resources at the lowest possible cost.

When a company such as Coca-Cola decides to use the same product design and advertising strategy throughout the world, it is following the ____ strategy.

Discuss the global matrix structure. Give an example.

In the global stage of international development, the market potential of a firm is mostly domestic.

Truly global companies no longer think of themselves as having a single home country and have been called stateless corporations.

All of the following except ____ are typical alliances used for global expansion.

Functional managers coordinate across functions whereas country managers coordinate among countries.

In many instances, companies will need to respond to both global and local opportunities simultaneously. In this case, the global matrix structure can be used.

Functional structures are found more frequently in a worldwide business than in a domestic business.

The management philosophy of transnational model is based on interdependence rather than either full divisional independence or total dependence of these units on headquarters for decision making and control.

-Reference Organization Chart 6.2. This structure is:

List the reasons why most organizations tap only a fraction of the potential that is available from the cross-border transfer of knowledge.

With a global geographic division structure, each division's manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling all functions for the production and distribution of its products for any market around the world.

Discuss the global geographic division structure.

List and discuss the characteristics that distinguish the transnational organization from other global organization forms.

Hybrid structures are typical in highly volatile environments.

In the _____ stage of international development, the company is domestically oriented, but managers are aware of the global environment and may want to consider initial foreign investment.

Which of the following strategies should an organization pursue if the forces for national responsiveness and the forces for global integration are high?

A transnational team is a work group made up of multinational members whose activities span multiple countries.

Organizations and Organization Theory

Strategy, Organization Design, and Effectiveness

Fundamentals of Organization Structure

The External Environment

Interorganizational Relationships

Manufacturing and Service Technologies

Using Information Technology for Control and Coordination

Organization Size, Life Cycle, and Decline

Organizational Culture and Ethical Values

Innovation and Change

Decision Making Processes

Conflict, Power, and Politics

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Exam 6: Designing Organizations for the International Environment

The global matrix structure:

One of the earliest, and still one of the most powerful, motivations for U.S. companies to invest abroad relates to ____: obtaining raw materials, labor, and other resources at the lowest possible cost.

When a company such as Coca-Cola decides to use the same product design and advertising strategy throughout the world, it is following the ____ strategy.

Discuss the global matrix structure. Give an example.

In the global stage of international development, the market potential of a firm is mostly domestic.

Truly global companies no longer think of themselves as having a single home country and have been called stateless corporations.

All of the following except ____ are typical alliances used for global expansion.

Functional managers coordinate across functions whereas country managers coordinate among countries.

In many instances, companies will need to respond to both global and local opportunities simultaneously. In this case, the global matrix structure can be used.

Functional structures are found more frequently in a worldwide business than in a domestic business.

The management philosophy of transnational model is based on interdependence rather than either full divisional independence or total dependence of these units on headquarters for decision making and control.

-Reference Organization Chart 6.2. This structure is:

List the reasons why most organizations tap only a fraction of the potential that is available from the cross-border transfer of knowledge.

With a global geographic division structure, each division's manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling all functions for the production and distribution of its products for any market around the world.

Discuss the global geographic division structure.

List and discuss the characteristics that distinguish the transnational organization from other global organization forms.

Hybrid structures are typical in highly volatile environments.

In the _____ stage of international development, the company is domestically oriented, but managers are aware of the global environment and may want to consider initial foreign investment.

Which of the following strategies should an organization pursue if the forces for national responsiveness and the forces for global integration are high?

A transnational team is a work group made up of multinational members whose activities span multiple countries.

Organizations and Organization Theory

Strategy, Organization Design, and Effectiveness

Fundamentals of Organization Structure

The External Environment

Interorganizational Relationships

Manufacturing and Service Technologies

Using Information Technology for Control and Coordination

Organization Size, Life Cycle, and Decline

Organizational Culture and Ethical Values

Innovation and Change

Decision Making Processes

Conflict, Power, and Politics

Filters