Ian Is the President of a Medium-Sized Manufacturing Company

question 274

Multiple Choice

Ian is the president of a medium-sized manufacturing company. He wants to ensure that his company behaves in a socially responsible way. Which of the following is the greatest challenge facing Ian?

• A) Determining how to respond to the interests of one part of society which conflicts with the needs of another part of society
• B) Determining the contents of the code of ethics and what takes priority
• C) Determining when to conduct a social audit
• D) Knowing what social responsibility is
• E) Determining when to conduct ethical training for employees

Explain the concept of uncertainty avoidance in cultures.

Understand the distinction between official and actual culture within a company.

Recognize the role and function of informal networks within organizations.

Differentiate between forms of communication (oral, written, visual).

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Definitions:

Political Choices

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Rational-Ignorance Effect

A phenomenon where individuals decide not to acquire information because the cost of doing so outweighs the expected benefits.

Voters

Individuals who are eligible to vote in elections, making decisions about who will hold public office and on various issues.

Political Choices

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