Question
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1.
Match the following items to the correct answer
option.
Answer
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Answer
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A.
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A philosophy of management whereby strategic
decisions are tailored to suit the cultures of the countries where the MNC
operates.
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B.
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Consensus reached because of social conformity
and pressures on individual members of a group to conform to group norms.
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C.
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A group in which all members but one have the
same background, such as a group of Japanese retailers and a British
attorney.
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D.
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A culture that is characterized by strong
emphasis on equality in the workplace and orientation to the task.
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E.
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A group in which there are individuals from
three or more different ethnic backgrounds, such as three United States,
three German, three Uruguayan, and three Chinese managers who are looking
into mining operations in South Africa.
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F.
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A philosophy of management whereby the company
tries to integrate a global systems approach to decision making.
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G.
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The process of exhibiting the same orientation
toward different cultural groups.
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H.
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A nationalistic philosophy of management
whereby the values and interests of the parent company guide strategic
decisions.
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I.
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A culture that is characterized by strong
emphasis on hierarchy and orientation to the task.
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J.
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A group in which members have similar
backgrounds and generally perceive, interpret, and evaluate events in
similar ways.
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K.
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Shared values and beliefs that enable members
to understand their roles in and the norms of the organization.
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L.
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A group in which two or more members represent
each of two distinct cultures, such as four Mexicans and four Taiwanese who
have formed a team to investigate the possibility of investing in a
venture.
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M.
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A culture that is characterized by a strong
emphasis on hierarchy and orientation to the person.
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N.
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The tendency to view the world through one’s
own eyes and perspectives.
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O.
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A culture that is characterized by strong
emphasis on equality and orientation to the person.
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P.
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A belief that one worldwide approach to doing business
is the key to both efficiency and effectiveness
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Q.
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A philosophy of management whereby the firm
tries to blend its own interests with those of its subsidiaries on a
regional basis.
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Question
2
1.
Luthans and Doh (2012) describe four strategic
predispositions. Select one strategic predisposition as your go-to strategy or
the one that you relate to the most. Explain how you would use it to strengthen
your abilities as an international manager. Then, briefly describe how the
other strategic predispositions differ from your go-to strategy. Provide an
example of when it is appropriate to use each strategic disposition.
Your response should be at least 500 words in length. All sources used must be
referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Answer
55 points
Question
3
1.
Luthans and Doh (2012) discuss managerial
approaches on a regional level and an organizational level. Why is it important
for international managers to consider the impact of their decisions on
regional cultures and organizational cultures?
Your response should be at least 200 words in length. All sources used must be
referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Solution: CSU BBA4426 Unit IV assessment