Question 1

Why do many international assignments fail? What problems do returning expatriates frequently face?

Accepted Answer

Summary of suggested answer - Six choice

Question 2

A company in Stage 2 of internationalization physically moves some of its operations out of the home country.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The most extensive type of cross-cultural training is the affective approach,which focuses on providing expatriates with the psychological and managerial skills they will need to perform effectively during a moderate-length assignment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

A lengthy cross-cultural training that typically includes language training and field experiences as well as training for the manager's family is a(n):

Accepted Answer

A)  affective approach. 
B)  information-giving approach. 
C)  real world approach. 
D)  impression approach. 
A)  affective approach. 
B)  information-giving approach. 
C)  real world approach. 
D)  impression approach.

Question 5

According to recent surveys,what is the highest-rated selection criterion for an international assignment at most firms?

Accepted Answer

A)  Advancement potential 
B)  Technical qualifications 
C)  Cultural sensitivity 
D)  Language skills 
A)  Advancement potential 
B)  Technical qualifications 
C)  Cultural sensitivity 
D)  Language skills

Question 6

The Foreign Corruption Practices Act was initiated by:

Accepted Answer

A)  Walmart underpaying child laborers in Honduras. 
B)  Nike bribing the Indonesian government. 
C)  a U.S. firm bribing the Honduran government. 
D)  a Chinese firm complaining about toxic batteries. 
A)  Walmart underpaying child laborers in Honduras. 
B)  Nike bribing the Indonesian government. 
C)  a U.S. firm bribing the Honduran government. 
D)  a Chinese firm complaining about toxic batteries.

Question 7

When in stage ________ of internationalization,HRM practices should facilitate exporting the firm's products through incentives,training,and staffing strategies that focus on the needs of international customers.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  4 
E)  5 
A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  4 
E)  5

Question 8

Countries where team accomplishment is highly valued and sacrifice for others is relatively common include:

Accepted Answer

A)  United States. 
B)  South Korea. 
C)  Portugal. 
D)  Egypt. 
A)  United States. 
B)  South Korea. 
C)  Portugal. 
D)  Egypt.

Question 9

It has been estimated that using an expatriate costs ________ more than a local employee.

Accepted Answer

A)  200%-400% 
B)  500%-1,000% 
C)  1,000%-2,000% 
D)  3,000%-5,000% 
A)  200%-400% 
B)  500%-1,000% 
C)  1,000%-2,000% 
D)  3,000%-5,000%

Question 10

Cartoon Corporation has its production facilities in the United States but is expanding into foreign markets.Cartoon is in Stage 1 of internationalization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Management by objectives assumes that:

Accepted Answer

A)  a large power distance exists between employees and managers. 
B)  management and employees are unlikely to take risks. 
C)  managers and employees view performance and its related rewards as important. 
D)  management encourages rigidly stereotyped gender roles for employees. 
A)  a large power distance exists between employees and managers. 
B)  management and employees are unlikely to take risks. 
C)  managers and employees view performance and its related rewards as important. 
D)  management encourages rigidly stereotyped gender roles for employees.

Question 12

A firm with assembly and production facilities in several countries and regions of the world is referred to as a(n)________.

Accepted Answer

multinatio

Question 13

Short term rewards and high expectations for frequent pay adjustments are common in both U.S.and Indonesian firms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A company is in the second stage of internationalization when:

Accepted Answer

A)  the company moves some of its operations out of the home country. 
B)  the company has production and assembly facilities in several countries and is part of strategic alliances with other international companies. 
C)  the company's operations are highly decentralized, there is little allegiance to the country of origin, and its managers see themselves as citizens of the world. 
D)  a firm expands into foreign markets but retains its production facilities in the home country. 
A)  the company moves some of its operations out of the home country. 
B)  the company has production and assembly facilities in several countries and is part of strategic alliances with other international companies. 
C)  the company's operations are highly decentralized, there is little allegiance to the country of origin, and its managers see themselves as citizens of the world. 
D)  a firm expands into foreign markets but retains its production facilities in the home country.

Question 15

One of the most expensive cities in the world for expatriates to live in is currently:

Accepted Answer

A)  New York. 
B)  London. 
C)  Seoul. 
D)  Paris. 
A)  New York. 
B)  London. 
C)  Seoul. 
D)  Paris.

Why do many international assignments fail? What problems do returning expatriates frequently face?

A company in Stage 2 of internationalization physically moves some of its operations out of the home country.

The most extensive type of cross-cultural training is the affective approach,which focuses on providing expatriates with the psychological and managerial skills they will need to perform effectively during a moderate-length assignment.

A lengthy cross-cultural training that typically includes language training and field experiences as well as training for the manager's family is a(n):

According to recent surveys,what is the highest-rated selection criterion for an international assignment at most firms?

The Foreign Corruption Practices Act was initiated by:

When in stage ________ of internationalization,HRM practices should facilitate exporting the firm's products through incentives,training,and staffing strategies that focus on the needs of international customers.

Countries where team accomplishment is highly valued and sacrifice for others is relatively common include:

It has been estimated that using an expatriate costs ________ more than a local employee.

Cartoon Corporation has its production facilities in the United States but is expanding into foreign markets.Cartoon is in Stage 1 of internationalization.

Management by objectives assumes that:

A firm with assembly and production facilities in several countries and regions of the world is referred to as a(n)________.

Short term rewards and high expectations for frequent pay adjustments are common in both U.S.and Indonesian firms.

A company is in the second stage of internationalization when:

One of the most expensive cities in the world for expatriates to live in is currently:

Meeting Present and Emerging Strategic Human Resource Challenges

Managing Work Flows and Conducting Job Analysis

Understanding Equal Opportunity and the Legal Environment

Managing Diversity

Recruiting and Selecting Employees

Managing Employee Separations, Downsizing, and Outplacement

Appraising and Managing Performance

Training the Workforce

Developing Careers

Managing Compensation

Rewarding Performance

Designing and Administering Benefits

Developing Employee Relations

Respecting Employee Rights and Managing Discipline

Working With Organized Labor

Managing Workplace Safety and Health

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Exam 17: International HRM Challenge

Why do many international assignments fail? What problems do returning expatriates frequently face?

A company in Stage 2 of internationalization physically moves some of its operations out of the home country.

The most extensive type of cross-cultural training is the affective approach,which focuses on providing expatriates with the psychological and managerial skills they will need to perform effectively during a moderate-length assignment.

A lengthy cross-cultural training that typically includes language training and field experiences as well as training for the manager's family is a(n):

According to recent surveys,what is the highest-rated selection criterion for an international assignment at most firms?

The Foreign Corruption Practices Act was initiated by:

When in stage ________ of internationalization,HRM practices should facilitate exporting the firm's products through incentives,training,and staffing strategies that focus on the needs of international customers.

Countries where team accomplishment is highly valued and sacrifice for others is relatively common include:

It has been estimated that using an expatriate costs ________ more than a local employee.

Cartoon Corporation has its production facilities in the United States but is expanding into foreign markets.Cartoon is in Stage 1 of internationalization.

Management by objectives assumes that:

A firm with assembly and production facilities in several countries and regions of the world is referred to as a(n)________.

Short term rewards and high expectations for frequent pay adjustments are common in both U.S.and Indonesian firms.

A company is in the second stage of internationalization when:

One of the most expensive cities in the world for expatriates to live in is currently:

Meeting Present and Emerging Strategic Human Resource Challenges

Managing Work Flows and Conducting Job Analysis

Understanding Equal Opportunity and the Legal Environment

Managing Diversity

Recruiting and Selecting Employees

Managing Employee Separations, Downsizing, and Outplacement

Appraising and Managing Performance

Training the Workforce

Developing Careers

Managing Compensation

Rewarding Performance

Designing and Administering Benefits

Developing Employee Relations

Respecting Employee Rights and Managing Discipline

Working With Organized Labor

Managing Workplace Safety and Health

Filters