Question 1

How would you determine how much and what type of training expatriate managers should receive?

Accepted Answer

According to Tung,two primary factors determine how much and what kind of training expatriate managers should receive.These are the level of contact with the host culture that the expatriate will encounter and the degree of dissimilarity between the home and host cultures.As either of these increases,the expatriate will require more in-depth training for the overseas assignment.

Question 2

Using Hofstede's dimensions,quality of life is an important goal in _______ cultures.

Accepted Answer

A) feminine 
B) high risk avoidance 
C) highly collective 
D) low power distance 
A) feminine 
B) high risk avoidance 
C) highly collective 
D) low power distance A

Question 3

The initial Hofstede survey data resulted in four dimensions being identified: uncertainty avoidance,masculinity-femininity,individualism-collectivism,and Confucian dynamism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Describe four of the skills identified as needed for a global manager to compete effectively in the 21st century.

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

If a U.S.firm employed a manager from Canada at facilities in Ireland,she would be considered a ______________.

Accepted Answer

A) host-country national 
B) global resource 
C) third-country national 
D) expatriate 
A) host-country national 
B) global resource 
C) third-country national 
D) expatriate

Question 6

The increased complexity of global operations will make the use of work teams less likely.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The management philosophy of North America for the vast majority of the 20th century reflected Douglas McGregor's ___________________.

Accepted Answer

A) Theory Y 
B) Theory X 
C) Theory J 
D) None of the above 
A) Theory Y 
B) Theory X 
C) Theory J 
D) None of the above

Question 8

Cross-cultural management attempts to extend the study of domestic management to encompass global and multicultural considerations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In cultures such as the United States,emphasis is placed on taking action.These cultures have been characterized as "being cultures."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The first part of cross-cultural training for virtual teams should focus on helping each team member understand his/her own cultural beliefs; verbal and nonverbal communication styles; and attitudes toward time,space,and work ethic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Americans do not ordinarily have a high regard for tradition,ceremony,and social rules.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

While on an international assignment Sam comes to miss the familiar surrounds of the home office.Sam is most likely in the _________ phase of the culture shock cycle.

Accepted Answer

A) fascination 
B) frustration 
C) melancholy 
D) adaptation 
A) fascination 
B) frustration 
C) melancholy 
D) adaptation

Question 13

Pat believes that his nation cultural values and customs are superior to all others.This may be characterized as a(n)______________ view.

Accepted Answer

A) American 
B) ethnocentric 
C) supercultural 
D) neocultural 
A) American 
B) ethnocentric 
C) supercultural 
D) neocultural

Question 14

Which of the following terms refers to the degree to which members of a society accept differences in power and status among themselves?

Accepted Answer

A) Uncertainty avoidance 
B) Masculinity-femininity 
C) Power distance 
D) Authority avoidance 
A) Uncertainty avoidance 
B) Masculinity-femininity 
C) Power distance 
D) Authority avoidance

Question 15

People with __________ feel comfortable even though they are unsure about future events.

Accepted Answer

A) low avoidance 
B) high masculinity 
C) high uncertainty avoidance 
D) low uncertainty avoidance 
A) low avoidance 
B) high masculinity 
C) high uncertainty avoidance 
D) low uncertainty avoidance

Question 16

"Culture shock" is typically experienced ___________.

Accepted Answer

A) initially when undertaking an international assignment 
B) less by individuals from the "Asian" cluster 
C) Both A & B 
D) None of the above 
A) initially when undertaking an international assignment 
B) less by individuals from the "Asian" cluster 
C) Both A & B 
D) None of the above

Question 17

________ reflect a premise that the individual is an integral part of the whole and that the best chance of self-fulfillment is in the context of the nation's goals.

Accepted Answer

A) Theory Y societies 
B) Synergistic societies 
C) Harmony-oriented societies 
D) Communitarian societies 
A) Theory Y societies 
B) Synergistic societies 
C) Harmony-oriented societies 
D) Communitarian societies

Question 18

According to the culture shock cycle ___________.

Accepted Answer

A) the interrelatedness of assignments in global corporations lessens the impact of culture shock 
B) expatriate and third party-country nationals experience culture shock at different levels 
C) culture shock typically occurs after an initial positive experience 
D) All of the above 
A) the interrelatedness of assignments in global corporations lessens the impact of culture shock 
B) expatriate and third party-country nationals experience culture shock at different levels 
C) culture shock typically occurs after an initial positive experience 
D) All of the above

Question 19

Globalization is defined as the interdependency of ______________.

Accepted Answer

A) transportation,distribution,communication,and economic networks across international borders 
B) transportation,distribution,and culture across international borders 
C) transportation,manufacturing and distribution,across international borders 
D) cultures across international borders 
A) transportation,distribution,communication,and economic networks across international borders 
B) transportation,distribution,and culture across international borders 
C) transportation,manufacturing and distribution,across international borders 
D) cultures across international borders

Question 20

Being cultures emphasize enjoyment,living in a balanced way,enjoying the company of others,and being gratified for the moment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

How would you determine how much and what type of training expatriate managers should receive?

Using Hofstede's dimensions,quality of life is an important goal in _______ cultures.

The initial Hofstede survey data resulted in four dimensions being identified: uncertainty avoidance,masculinity-femininity,individualism-collectivism,and Confucian dynamism.

Describe four of the skills identified as needed for a global manager to compete effectively in the 21^st century.

If a U.S.firm employed a manager from Canada at facilities in Ireland,she would be considered a ______________.

The increased complexity of global operations will make the use of work teams less likely.

The management philosophy of North America for the vast majority of the 20^th century reflected Douglas McGregor's ___________________.

Cross-cultural management attempts to extend the study of domestic management to encompass global and multicultural considerations.

In cultures such as the United States,emphasis is placed on taking action.These cultures have been characterized as "being cultures."

The first part of cross-cultural training for virtual teams should focus on helping each team member understand his/her own cultural beliefs; verbal and nonverbal communication styles; and attitudes toward time,space,and work ethic.

Americans do not ordinarily have a high regard for tradition,ceremony,and social rules.

While on an international assignment Sam comes to miss the familiar surrounds of the home office.Sam is most likely in the _________ phase of the culture shock cycle.

Pat believes that his nation cultural values and customs are superior to all others.This may be characterized as a(n)______________ view.

Which of the following terms refers to the degree to which members of a society accept differences in power and status among themselves?

People with __________ feel comfortable even though they are unsure about future events.

"Culture shock" is typically experienced ___________.

________ reflect a premise that the individual is an integral part of the whole and that the best chance of self-fulfillment is in the context of the nation's goals.

According to the culture shock cycle ___________.

Globalization is defined as the interdependency of ______________.

Being cultures emphasize enjoyment,living in a balanced way,enjoying the company of others,and being gratified for the moment.

Managing Effective Organizations

Organizational Culture

Individual Behavior and Differences

Motivation: Background and Theories

Motivation: Organizational Applications

Managing Workplace Stress

Group and Team Behavior

Conflict and Negotiation

Power and Politics

Leadership: Fundamentals

Leadership: Emerging Perspectives

Work Design

Organization Structure

Managing Communication

Decision Making

Managing Organizational Change and Learning

Filters

Exam 3: Managing Globally

How would you determine how much and what type of training expatriate managers should receive?

Using Hofstede's dimensions,quality of life is an important goal in _______ cultures.

The initial Hofstede survey data resulted in four dimensions being identified: uncertainty avoidance,masculinity-femininity,individualism-collectivism,and Confucian dynamism.

Describe four of the skills identified as needed for a global manager to compete effectively in the 21st century.

If a U.S.firm employed a manager from Canada at facilities in Ireland,she would be considered a ______________.

The increased complexity of global operations will make the use of work teams less likely.

The management philosophy of North America for the vast majority of the 20th century reflected Douglas McGregor's ___________________.

Cross-cultural management attempts to extend the study of domestic management to encompass global and multicultural considerations.

In cultures such as the United States,emphasis is placed on taking action.These cultures have been characterized as "being cultures."

The first part of cross-cultural training for virtual teams should focus on helping each team member understand his/her own cultural beliefs; verbal and nonverbal communication styles; and attitudes toward time,space,and work ethic.

Americans do not ordinarily have a high regard for tradition,ceremony,and social rules.

While on an international assignment Sam comes to miss the familiar surrounds of the home office.Sam is most likely in the _________ phase of the culture shock cycle.

Pat believes that his nation cultural values and customs are superior to all others.This may be characterized as a(n)______________ view.

Which of the following terms refers to the degree to which members of a society accept differences in power and status among themselves?

People with __________ feel comfortable even though they are unsure about future events.

"Culture shock" is typically experienced ___________.

________ reflect a premise that the individual is an integral part of the whole and that the best chance of self-fulfillment is in the context of the nation's goals.

According to the culture shock cycle ___________.

Globalization is defined as the interdependency of ______________.

Being cultures emphasize enjoyment,living in a balanced way,enjoying the company of others,and being gratified for the moment.

Managing Effective Organizations

Organizational Culture

Individual Behavior and Differences

Motivation: Background and Theories

Motivation: Organizational Applications

Managing Workplace Stress

Group and Team Behavior

Conflict and Negotiation

Power and Politics

Leadership: Fundamentals

Leadership: Emerging Perspectives

Work Design

Organization Structure

Managing Communication

Decision Making

Managing Organizational Change and Learning

Filters

Describe four of the skills identified as needed for a global manager to compete effectively in the 21^st century.

The management philosophy of North America for the vast majority of the 20^th century reflected Douglas McGregor's ___________________.