Which of the Following Causes Overseas Assignments to Fail

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following causes overseas assignments to fail?

• A) including an employee's family in orientation programs
• B) high tolerance of ambiguity
• C) asking employees to self-manage the repatriation process
• D) developing technical skills over cross-cultural preparation

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Definitions:

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that an individual's effort level is based on their expectation of achieving desired performance outcomes and the value they place on those outcomes.

Self-Appraisals

The process where employees evaluate their own performance, strengths, and areas for improvement, usually as part of a performance review cycle.

Culturally Diverse

Characterized by the inclusion of people from a variety of cultural, ethnic, and racial backgrounds.

Performance Management

The systematic process by which an organization involves its employees in improving organizational effectiveness by focusing on objective setting, performance reviews, and the development of skills.