Question 1

Discuss the organizational characteristics of formalization, specialization, and centralization.

Accepted Answer

Formalization is the use of defined stru

Question 2

Some countries make greater use of formalization than others; in turn, this affects:

Accepted Answer

A) The day-to-day organizational functioning 
B) Specialization 
C) Differences between levels in the hierarchy 
D) Quality circles 
A) The day-to-day organizational functioning 
B) Specialization 
C) Differences between levels in the hierarchy 
D) Quality circles

Question 3

An advantage of the global functional division structure is that only the CEO can be held accountable for the profits.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

What is a mixed organization structure? Are mixed organization structures gaining in popularity? If so, why?

Accepted Answer

Some companies find that neither a produ

Question 5

Clothing manufacturing fits which of the following globalization versus local responsiveness combination?

Accepted Answer

A) Low pressure for globalization, low pressure for local responsiveness 
B) Low pressure for globalization, high pressure for local responsiveness 
C) High pressure for globalization, low pressure for local responsiveness 
D) High pressure for globalization, high pressure for local responsiveness 
A) Low pressure for globalization, low pressure for local responsiveness 
B) Low pressure for globalization, high pressure for local responsiveness 
C) High pressure for globalization, low pressure for local responsiveness 
D) High pressure for globalization, high pressure for local responsiveness

Question 6

Which of the following provides the most benefits when the need for product specification or differentiation is high?

Accepted Answer

A) International division 
B) Global product division 
C) Global area division 
D) Global functional division 
A) International division 
B) Global product division 
C) Global area division 
D) Global functional division

Question 7

A structural arrangement that handles all international operations out of a division created for this purpose is referred to as a(n):

Accepted Answer

A) Worldwide organizational structure 
B) Global matrix structure 
C) International division structure 
D) Overseas network structure 
A) Worldwide organizational structure 
B) Global matrix structure 
C) International division structure 
D) Overseas network structure

Question 8

In terms of cultural control in a global area division:

Accepted Answer

A) It is treated like all other MNC structural divisions 
B) Local subsidiary culture is often the most important 
C) It is possible for some companies, but not always necessary 
D) Culture must support the shared decision making 
A) It is treated like all other MNC structural divisions 
B) Local subsidiary culture is often the most important 
C) It is possible for some companies, but not always necessary 
D) Culture must support the shared decision making

Question 9

The two types of joint ventures are:

Accepted Answer

A) Equity and non-equity ventures 
B) Proprietary and public ventures 
C) Statutory and unofficial ventures 
D) External and internal ventures 
A) Equity and non-equity ventures 
B) Proprietary and public ventures 
C) Statutory and unofficial ventures 
D) External and internal ventures

Question 10

A common first choice among manufacturing firms, especially those with technologically advanced products, would be to develop a(n):

Accepted Answer

A) Domestic policy 
B) Export arrangement 
C) Cartel arrangement 
D) Import quota 
A) Domestic policy 
B) Export arrangement 
C) Cartel arrangement 
D) Import quota

Question 11

Subsidiaries that are located anywhere in the world where they can benefit the organization are called:

Accepted Answer

A) Chaebols 
B) Keiretsus 
C) Specialized subunits 
D) Dispersed subunits 
A) Chaebols 
B) Keiretsus 
C) Specialized subunits 
D) Dispersed subunits

Question 12

MNCs have found that cross-functional coordination results in people spending more time within their functions and thus becoming more knowledgeable regarding developments that are occurring in their specialized areas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The output control in which profit responsibility is shared with product and geographic units is characteristic of a(n):

Accepted Answer

A) Global area division structure 
B) International division structure 
C) Matrix structure 
D) Transnational network structure 
A) Global area division structure 
B) International division structure 
C) Matrix structure 
D) Transnational network structure

Question 14

"Companies still in the developmental stages of international business involvement are most likely to adopt the international division structure." Why?

Accepted Answer

If international operations continue to

Question 15

The equity joint venture:

Accepted Answer

A) Is characterized by one group merely providing a service for another 
B) Involves a financial investment by the MNC in a business enterprise with a local partner 
C) Organizes worldwide operations based primarily on function and secondarily on product 
D) Provides the most benefits when the need for product specification or differentiation is high 
A) Is characterized by one group merely providing a service for another 
B) Involves a financial investment by the MNC in a business enterprise with a local partner 
C) Organizes worldwide operations based primarily on function and secondarily on product 
D) Provides the most benefits when the need for product specification or differentiation is high

Discuss the organizational characteristics of formalization, specialization, and centralization.

Some countries make greater use of formalization than others; in turn, this affects:

An advantage of the global functional division structure is that only the CEO can be held accountable for the profits.

What is a mixed organization structure? Are mixed organization structures gaining in popularity? If so, why?

Clothing manufacturing fits which of the following globalization versus local responsiveness combination?

Which of the following provides the most benefits when the need for product specification or differentiation is high?

A structural arrangement that handles all international operations out of a division created for this purpose is referred to as a(n):

In terms of cultural control in a global area division:

The two types of joint ventures are:

A common first choice among manufacturing firms, especially those with technologically advanced products, would be to develop a(n):

Subsidiaries that are located anywhere in the world where they can benefit the organization are called:

MNCs have found that cross-functional coordination results in people spending more time within their functions and thus becoming more knowledgeable regarding developments that are occurring in their specialized areas.

The output control in which profit responsibility is shared with product and geographic units is characteristic of a(n):

"Companies still in the developmental stages of international business involvement are most likely to adopt the international division structure." Why?

The equity joint venture:

Globalization and International Linkages

The Political, Legal, and Technological Environment

Ethics, Social Responsibility, and Sustainability

The Meanings and Dimensions of Culture

Managing Across Cultures

Organizational Cultures and Diversity

Cross-Cultural and Negotiation

Strategy Formulation and Implementation

Managing Political Risk, Government Relations, and Alliances

Management Decision and Control

Motivation Across Cultures

Leadership Across Cultures

Human Resource Selection and Development Across Cultures

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Exam 9: Entry Strategies and Organizational Structures

Discuss the organizational characteristics of formalization, specialization, and centralization.

Some countries make greater use of formalization than others; in turn, this affects:

An advantage of the global functional division structure is that only the CEO can be held accountable for the profits.

What is a mixed organization structure? Are mixed organization structures gaining in popularity? If so, why?

Clothing manufacturing fits which of the following globalization versus local responsiveness combination?

Which of the following provides the most benefits when the need for product specification or differentiation is high?

A structural arrangement that handles all international operations out of a division created for this purpose is referred to as a(n):

In terms of cultural control in a global area division:

The two types of joint ventures are:

A common first choice among manufacturing firms, especially those with technologically advanced products, would be to develop a(n):

Subsidiaries that are located anywhere in the world where they can benefit the organization are called:

MNCs have found that cross-functional coordination results in people spending more time within their functions and thus becoming more knowledgeable regarding developments that are occurring in their specialized areas.

The output control in which profit responsibility is shared with product and geographic units is characteristic of a(n):

"Companies still in the developmental stages of international business involvement are most likely to adopt the international division structure." Why?

The equity joint venture:

Globalization and International Linkages

The Political, Legal, and Technological Environment

Ethics, Social Responsibility, and Sustainability

The Meanings and Dimensions of Culture

Managing Across Cultures

Organizational Cultures and Diversity

Cross-Cultural and Negotiation

Strategy Formulation and Implementation

Managing Political Risk, Government Relations, and Alliances

Management Decision and Control

Motivation Across Cultures

Leadership Across Cultures

Human Resource Selection and Development Across Cultures

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