Question 1

The major factor increasing the complexity of the environment is the:

Accepted Answer

A) addition of competitors. 
B) globalization of markets. 
C) increased of barriers to entry. 
D) reduced number of suppliers. 
A) addition of competitors. 
B) globalization of markets. 
C) increased of barriers to entry. 
D) reduced number of suppliers.

Question 2

Samantha's organization keeps a large amount of raw materials in stock to guard against market fluctuations.It appears the ________ dimension of cultural diversity is high at Samantha's organization.

Accepted Answer

A) assertiveness 
B) power distance 
C) in-group collectivism 
D) uncertainty avoidance 
A) assertiveness 
B) power distance 
C) in-group collectivism 
D) uncertainty avoidance

Question 3

If Pam values competition and winning,she exhibits the feminine (or nurturing) dimension of Hofstede's Model of National Culture,

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which trade later became known as the EU?

Accepted Answer

A) EEC 
B) ASEAN 
C) CAFTA 
D) NAFTA 
A) EEC 
B) ASEAN 
C) CAFTA 
D) NAFTA

Question 5

To be successful in a global workforce,managers need to have all of the following skills except:

Accepted Answer

A) Engineering thinking skills 
B) Human relations skills 
C) Conceptual and design skills 
D) Understanding of different cultures 
A) Engineering thinking skills 
B) Human relations skills 
C) Conceptual and design skills 
D) Understanding of different cultures

Question 6

Compensation has increased to the point where the U.S.and other countries are outsourcing some production to other countries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Material communication is using terms that we surround ourselves with; it can be a type of clothing,hat,or jewelry.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

There are three common methods for compensating expatriates.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Along with the creation of an international presence,____ major function(s) of HRM must become more complex.

Accepted Answer

A) two 
B) some 
C) every 
D) no 
A) two 
B) some 
C) every 
D) no

Question 10

GLOBE research is dated and has been replaced by research done by Hofstede.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Discuss the concept of outsourcing.Address the alternatives of offshoring and onshoring.

Accepted Answer

Outsourcing is the practice of hiring an

Question 12

_____ is a common method to manage expatriate compensation in which the organization continues to pay the individual at a rate equivalent to their home country salary.

Accepted Answer

A) Split pay approach 
B) Localization approach 
C) Balance sheet approach 
D) Negotiation approach 
A) Split pay approach 
B) Localization approach 
C) Balance sheet approach 
D) Negotiation approach

Question 13

Acme Global employees take pride in working for such a great corporation.Most employees wear their Acme Global T-shirts even when they are not working.It appears the ________ dimension of cultural diversity is high at Acme Global.

Accepted Answer

A) societal collectivism 
B) in-group collectivism 
C) power distance 
D) uncertainty avoidance 
A) societal collectivism 
B) in-group collectivism 
C) power distance 
D) uncertainty avoidance

Question 14

According to a recent survey of 1,200 CEOs,______% say they plan to increase the number of their international assignments as part of their HR strategy.

Accepted Answer

A) 18 
B) 59 
C) 67 
D) 36 
A) 18 
B) 59 
C) 67 
D) 36

Question 15

All employees who work in the U.S.or its territories are protected by ____ laws.

Accepted Answer

A) EEO 
B) Title VII 
C) ADEA 
D) ADA 
A) EEO 
B) Title VII 
C) ADEA 
D) ADA

Question 16

While a current business trend,globalization is predicted to become less common thus decreasing the number of international assignments a company will provide.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Shannon's organization does not use performance appraisals because formal appraisals are considered judgmental.Feedback is given gently and informally.It appears the ________ dimension of cultural diversity is low at Shannon's organization.

Accepted Answer

A) assertiveness 
B) future orientation 
C) performance orientation 
D) power distance 
A) assertiveness 
B) future orientation 
C) performance orientation 
D) power distance

Question 18

There are two sources for employees and international assignments: home and host country.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Explain the potential effects of culture shock on the expatriate employee.

Accepted Answer

Culture shock can have a significant imp

Question 20

Culture shock does not affect the success of an international assignment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The major factor increasing the complexity of the environment is the:

Samantha's organization keeps a large amount of raw materials in stock to guard against market fluctuations.It appears the ________ dimension of cultural diversity is high at Samantha's organization.

If Pam values competition and winning,she exhibits the feminine (or nurturing) dimension of Hofstede's Model of National Culture,

Which trade later became known as the EU?

To be successful in a global workforce,managers need to have all of the following skills except:

Compensation has increased to the point where the U.S.and other countries are outsourcing some production to other countries.

Material communication is using terms that we surround ourselves with; it can be a type of clothing,hat,or jewelry.

There are three common methods for compensating expatriates.

Along with the creation of an international presence,____ major function(s) of HRM must become more complex.

GLOBE research is dated and has been replaced by research done by Hofstede.

Discuss the concept of outsourcing.Address the alternatives of offshoring and onshoring.

_____ is a common method to manage expatriate compensation in which the organization continues to pay the individual at a rate equivalent to their home country salary.

Acme Global employees take pride in working for such a great corporation.Most employees wear their Acme Global T-shirts even when they are not working.It appears the ________ dimension of cultural diversity is high at Acme Global.

According to a recent survey of 1,200 CEOs,______% say they plan to increase the number of their international assignments as part of their HR strategy.

All employees who work in the U.S.or its territories are protected by ____ laws.

While a current business trend,globalization is predicted to become less common thus decreasing the number of international assignments a company will provide.

Shannon's organization does not use performance appraisals because formal appraisals are considered judgmental.Feedback is given gently and informally.It appears the ________ dimension of cultural diversity is low at Shannon's organization.

There are two sources for employees and international assignments: home and host country.

Explain the potential effects of culture shock on the expatriate employee.

Culture shock does not affect the success of an international assignment.

The New Human Resource Management Process

Strategy-Driven Human Resource Management

The Legal Environment and Diversity Management

Matching Employees With Jobs

Recruiting Job Candidates

Selecting New Employees

Training, learning, Talent Management and Development

Performance Management and Appraisal

Rights and Employee Development

Employee and Labor Relations

Compensation Management

Incentive Pay

Employee Benefits

Workplace Safety, Health, and Security

Organizational Ethics, sustainability and Social Responsibility

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Exam 16: Global Issues for Human Resource Managers

The major factor increasing the complexity of the environment is the:

Samantha's organization keeps a large amount of raw materials in stock to guard against market fluctuations.It appears the ________ dimension of cultural diversity is high at Samantha's organization.

If Pam values competition and winning,she exhibits the feminine (or nurturing) dimension of Hofstede's Model of National Culture,

Which trade later became known as the EU?

To be successful in a global workforce,managers need to have all of the following skills except:

Compensation has increased to the point where the U.S.and other countries are outsourcing some production to other countries.

Material communication is using terms that we surround ourselves with; it can be a type of clothing,hat,or jewelry.

There are three common methods for compensating expatriates.

Along with the creation of an international presence,____ major function(s) of HRM must become more complex.

GLOBE research is dated and has been replaced by research done by Hofstede.

Discuss the concept of outsourcing.Address the alternatives of offshoring and onshoring.

_____ is a common method to manage expatriate compensation in which the organization continues to pay the individual at a rate equivalent to their home country salary.

Acme Global employees take pride in working for such a great corporation.Most employees wear their Acme Global T-shirts even when they are not working.It appears the ________ dimension of cultural diversity is high at Acme Global.

According to a recent survey of 1,200 CEOs,______% say they plan to increase the number of their international assignments as part of their HR strategy.

All employees who work in the U.S.or its territories are protected by ____ laws.

While a current business trend,globalization is predicted to become less common thus decreasing the number of international assignments a company will provide.

Shannon's organization does not use performance appraisals because formal appraisals are considered judgmental.Feedback is given gently and informally.It appears the ________ dimension of cultural diversity is low at Shannon's organization.

There are two sources for employees and international assignments: home and host country.

Explain the potential effects of culture shock on the expatriate employee.

Culture shock does not affect the success of an international assignment.

The New Human Resource Management Process

Strategy-Driven Human Resource Management

The Legal Environment and Diversity Management

Matching Employees With Jobs

Recruiting Job Candidates

Selecting New Employees

Training, learning, Talent Management and Development

Performance Management and Appraisal

Rights and Employee Development

Employee and Labor Relations

Compensation Management

Incentive Pay

Employee Benefits

Workplace Safety, Health, and Security

Organizational Ethics, sustainability and Social Responsibility

Filters