Question 1

Which of the following is false about the adage, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do?"

Accepted Answer

A) It is derived from the idea of cultural relativism 
B) It suggests that businesses and the managers should behave in accordance with the ethical standards they are active in 
C) It suggests that it is necessary, to some extent, to rely on local teams to execute under local rule 
D) It is derived from the idea of cultural materialism 
A) It is derived from the idea of cultural relativism 
B) It suggests that businesses and the managers should behave in accordance with the ethical standards they are active in 
C) It suggests that it is necessary, to some extent, to rely on local teams to execute under local rule 
D) It is derived from the idea of cultural materialism

Question 2

Though the force of NGOs have been felt in a range of major public policy debates, NGO activism has been least responsible for major changes in corporate behavior and governance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The following countries have "outsider" systems of corporate governance except:

Accepted Answer

A) The U.S 
B) Canada 
C) The U.K 
D) Spain 
A) The U.S 
B) Canada 
C) The U.K 
D) Spain

Question 4

Despite a heightened sensitivity in recent years, sexual harassment remains a minor social issue in Japan.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

NGOs that seek to promote ethical and socially responsible business practices are generating substantial changes in all of the following areas except

Accepted Answer

A) Corporate management 
B) Business development 
C) Strategy 
D) Corporate governance 
A) Corporate management 
B) Business development 
C) Strategy 
D) Corporate governance

Question 6

'Freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining' is a principle of the Global Compact which applies to:

Accepted Answer

A) Human rights 
B) Anticorruption 
C) Environment 
D) Labor 
A) Human rights 
B) Anticorruption 
C) Environment 
D) Labor

Question 7

According to the latest corruption index of countries around the world specified in the text, the least corrupt country is:

Accepted Answer

A) Japan 
B) Chile 
C) United States 
D) New Zealand 
A) Japan 
B) Chile 
C) United States 
D) New Zealand

Question 8

According to the World Economic Forum, which country ranked highest in 2009 on economic opportunities and political empowerment of women?

Accepted Answer

A) Japan 
B) The United States 
C) Iceland 
D) Great Britain 
A) Japan 
B) The United States 
C) Iceland 
D) Great Britain

Question 9

This can be defined as the actions of a firm to benefit society beyond the requirements of the law and the direct interests of the firm.

Accepted Answer

A) Corporate social responsibility 
B) Law 
C) Governance 
D) Ethics 
A) Corporate social responsibility 
B) Law 
C) Governance 
D) Ethics

Question 10

Besides fighting unethical practices, another way to meet social responsibilities is to provide assistance to:

Accepted Answer

A) Multinational companies 
B) Cartel agreements 
C) Top management stockholders 
D) Underdeveloped countries 
A) Multinational companies 
B) Cartel agreements 
C) Top management stockholders 
D) Underdeveloped countries

Question 11

All of the following statements are accurate with regard to the status of women in the French workplace except:

Accepted Answer

A) From a legal standpoint, French law guarantees equal treatment and equal professional opportunities for men and women 
B) As in the United States and Japan, French women face many obstacles when trying to break the glass ceiling 
C) As a result of strong efforts to gain equality, French women are no longer underrepresented in the workplace 
D) France has seen an increase in the number of women not only in the workforce but also in management positions 
A) From a legal standpoint, French law guarantees equal treatment and equal professional opportunities for men and women 
B) As in the United States and Japan, French women face many obstacles when trying to break the glass ceiling 
C) As a result of strong efforts to gain equality, French women are no longer underrepresented in the workplace 
D) France has seen an increase in the number of women not only in the workforce but also in management positions

Question 12

The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act makes it illegal for U.S.companies and their managers to attempt to influence foreign officials through personal payments or political contributions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Development that meets humanity's needs without harming future generations is termed as:

Accepted Answer

A) Corporate responsibility 
B) Sustainability 
C) Social responsibility 
D) Governance 
A) Corporate responsibility 
B) Sustainability 
C) Social responsibility 
D) Governance

Question 14

One thing that has inhibited the progress of women in French management is that French law does not guarantee equal treatment and equal professional opportunities for men and women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Kantian philosophical traditions focus on core, individual behaviors and actions and how they express and form individual character.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of the following is false about the adage, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do?"

Though the force of NGOs have been felt in a range of major public policy debates, NGO activism has been least responsible for major changes in corporate behavior and governance.

The following countries have "outsider" systems of corporate governance except:

Despite a heightened sensitivity in recent years, sexual harassment remains a minor social issue in Japan.

NGOs that seek to promote ethical and socially responsible business practices are generating substantial changes in all of the following areas except

'Freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining' is a principle of the Global Compact which applies to:

According to the latest corruption index of countries around the world specified in the text, the least corrupt country is:

According to the World Economic Forum, which country ranked highest in 2009 on economic opportunities and political empowerment of women?

This can be defined as the actions of a firm to benefit society beyond the requirements of the law and the direct interests of the firm.

Besides fighting unethical practices, another way to meet social responsibilities is to provide assistance to:

All of the following statements are accurate with regard to the status of women in the French workplace except:

The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act makes it illegal for U.S.companies and their managers to attempt to influence foreign officials through personal payments or political contributions.

Development that meets humanity's needs without harming future generations is termed as:

One thing that has inhibited the progress of women in French management is that French law does not guarantee equal treatment and equal professional opportunities for men and women.

Kantian philosophical traditions focus on core, individual behaviors and actions and how they express and form individual character.

Globalization and International Linkages

The Political, Legal, and Technological Environment

The Meanings and Dimensions of Culture

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 3: Ethics and Social Responsibility

Which of the following is false about the adage, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do?"

Though the force of NGOs have been felt in a range of major public policy debates, NGO activism has been least responsible for major changes in corporate behavior and governance.

The following countries have "outsider" systems of corporate governance except:

Despite a heightened sensitivity in recent years, sexual harassment remains a minor social issue in Japan.

NGOs that seek to promote ethical and socially responsible business practices are generating substantial changes in all of the following areas except

'Freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining' is a principle of the Global Compact which applies to:

According to the latest corruption index of countries around the world specified in the text, the least corrupt country is:

According to the World Economic Forum, which country ranked highest in 2009 on economic opportunities and political empowerment of women?

This can be defined as the actions of a firm to benefit society beyond the requirements of the law and the direct interests of the firm.

Besides fighting unethical practices, another way to meet social responsibilities is to provide assistance to:

All of the following statements are accurate with regard to the status of women in the French workplace except:

The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act makes it illegal for U.S.companies and their managers to attempt to influence foreign officials through personal payments or political contributions.

Development that meets humanity's needs without harming future generations is termed as:

One thing that has inhibited the progress of women in French management is that French law does not guarantee equal treatment and equal professional opportunities for men and women.

Kantian philosophical traditions focus on core, individual behaviors and actions and how they express and form individual character.

Globalization and International Linkages

The Political, Legal, and Technological Environment

The Meanings and Dimensions of Culture

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