Question 1

Hofstede's _____ dimension looked at the relationship between gender and work roles.

Accepted Answer

A) Power distance 
B) Uncertainty avoidance 
C) Masculinity versus femininity 
D) Individualism versus collectivism 
A) Power distance 
B) Uncertainty avoidance 
C) Masculinity versus femininity 
D) Individualism versus collectivism

Question 2

All the following are true regarding business customs in South Africa except:

Accepted Answer

A) Most South Africans prefer face-to-face interactions 
B) First meetings are less about business and more about establishing a relationship 
C) Appointments should be made as far in advance as possible 
D) Female representatives may encounter condescending behavior or "tests" that would not be extended to male counterparts 
A) Most South Africans prefer face-to-face interactions 
B) First meetings are less about business and more about establishing a relationship 
C) Appointments should be made as far in advance as possible 
D) Female representatives may encounter condescending behavior or "tests" that would not be extended to male counterparts

Question 3

According to Hofstede, countries with a high _____ index, place great importance on earnings, recognition, advancement and challenge.

Accepted Answer

A) Power distance 
B) Masculinity 
C) Uncertainty avoidance 
D) Individualism 
A) Power distance 
B) Masculinity 
C) Uncertainty avoidance 
D) Individualism

Question 4

What is GLOBE? Discuss its cultural dimensions.

Accepted Answer

GLOBE (Global Leadership and Organizatio

Question 5

_____ is "the extent to which less powerful members of institutions and organizations power is distributed unequally".

Accepted Answer

A) Uncertainty avoidance 
B) Individualism versus collectivism 
C) Tolerance versus intolerance 
D) Power distance 
A) Uncertainty avoidance 
B) Individualism versus collectivism 
C) Tolerance versus intolerance 
D) Power distance

Question 6

The U.S.cultural value that suggests that individuals can influence the future is reflected in which management function?

Accepted Answer

A) goal setting and career development 
B) loyalty and commitment 
C) career development and marketing 
D) planning and scheduling 
A) goal setting and career development 
B) loyalty and commitment 
C) career development and marketing 
D) planning and scheduling

Question 7

Universalism is the belief that ideas and practices can be applied everywhere without modification.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Masculinity is defined by Hofstede as "a situation in which the dominant values in society are success, money and things".

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Cultures with a high masculinity index tend to favor earnings, advancement and challenge.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Although culture is an important variable in understanding international management, it falls well short of affecting how people think and behave.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

According to a cross-cultural study of differences in work values, _____ managers place a high value on deference to superiors, on company commitment and on the cautious use of aggressiveness and control.

Accepted Answer

A) U.S 
B) German 
C) French 
D) Japanese 
A) U.S 
B) German 
C) French 
D) Japanese

Question 12

Culture is:

Accepted Answer

A) Individual 
B) Acquired 
C) Inherited 
D) Unstructured 
A) Individual 
B) Acquired 
C) Inherited 
D) Unstructured

Question 13

The word "culture" comes form the Latin cultural, which is related to cult or worship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Paternalism, measured by a manager's involvement in both personal and off-the-job problems of subordinates is very important in:

Accepted Answer

A) The United States 
B) Australia 
C) Japan 
D) France 
A) The United States 
B) Australia 
C) Japan 
D) France

Question 15

Power distance is "the extent to which less powerful members of institutions and organizations accept that power is distributed unequally".

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Hofstede's _____ dimension looked at the relationship between gender and work roles.

All the following are true regarding business customs in South Africa except:

According to Hofstede, countries with a high _____ index, place great importance on earnings, recognition, advancement and challenge.

What is GLOBE? Discuss its cultural dimensions.

_____ is "the extent to which less powerful members of institutions and organizations power is distributed unequally".

The U.S.cultural value that suggests that individuals can influence the future is reflected in which management function?

Universalism is the belief that ideas and practices can be applied everywhere without modification.

Masculinity is defined by Hofstede as "a situation in which the dominant values in society are success, money and things".

Cultures with a high masculinity index tend to favor earnings, advancement and challenge.

Although culture is an important variable in understanding international management, it falls well short of affecting how people think and behave.

According to a cross-cultural study of differences in work values, _____ managers place a high value on deference to superiors, on company commitment and on the cautious use of aggressiveness and control.

Culture is:

The word "culture" comes form the Latin cultural, which is related to cult or worship.

Paternalism, measured by a manager's involvement in both personal and off-the-job problems of subordinates is very important in:

Power distance is "the extent to which less powerful members of institutions and organizations accept that power is distributed unequally".

Globalization and International Linkages

The Political, Legal, and Technological Environment

Ethics and Social Responsibility

Managing Across Cultures

Organizational Cultures and Diversity

Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation

Strategy Formulation and Implementation

Entry Strategies and Organizational Structures

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 4: The Meanings and Dimensions of Culture

Hofstede's _____ dimension looked at the relationship between gender and work roles.

All the following are true regarding business customs in South Africa except:

According to Hofstede, countries with a high _____ index, place great importance on earnings, recognition, advancement and challenge.

What is GLOBE? Discuss its cultural dimensions.

_____ is "the extent to which less powerful members of institutions and organizations power is distributed unequally".

The U.S.cultural value that suggests that individuals can influence the future is reflected in which management function?

Universalism is the belief that ideas and practices can be applied everywhere without modification.

Masculinity is defined by Hofstede as "a situation in which the dominant values in society are success, money and things".

Cultures with a high masculinity index tend to favor earnings, advancement and challenge.

Although culture is an important variable in understanding international management, it falls well short of affecting how people think and behave.

According to a cross-cultural study of differences in work values, _____ managers place a high value on deference to superiors, on company commitment and on the cautious use of aggressiveness and control.

Culture is:

The word "culture" comes form the Latin cultural, which is related to cult or worship.

Paternalism, measured by a manager's involvement in both personal and off-the-job problems of subordinates is very important in:

Power distance is "the extent to which less powerful members of institutions and organizations accept that power is distributed unequally".

Globalization and International Linkages

The Political, Legal, and Technological Environment

Ethics and Social Responsibility

Managing Across Cultures

Organizational Cultures and Diversity

Cross-Cultural Communication and Negotiation

Strategy Formulation and Implementation

Entry Strategies and Organizational Structures

Managing Political Risk, Government Relations, and Alliances

Management Decision and Control

Motivation Across Cultures

Leadership Across Cultures

Human Resource Selection and Development Across Cultures

Filters