Scenario 8.1 Ray Caldwell Is the Human Resource Manager of a Management

question 42

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Scenario 8.1
Ray Caldwell is the human resource manager of a management consulting firm.The consultants in the company are mostly white males and are a cohesive group.Very few conflicts exist between them and decisions are made quickly and without much disagreement.A number of qualified applicants for new positions in the firm are from different cultural backgrounds.Ray wonders if he should consider hiring them.He is currently assessing the advantages and disadvantages of the firm becoming more multicultural.
-Refer to Scenario 8.1.Ray wants to find a good example of an organization that is truly multicultural.Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of such an organization?

• A) Equal influence on organizational culture and fundamental norms by all groups
• B) Low levels of internal conflict
• C) Absence of barriers for entry and participation in any organizational activity
• D) Identification of organizational roles with particular cultural groups
• E) Accurate reflection of the market in the diversity of the organization

Recognize the importance of idea generation and screening in new product development.

Understand the new-product development process and the role of business analysis in evaluating product viability.

Understand the concept of checks and balances within the U.S. government structure.

Recognize the constitutional protection of speech, including political and commercial speech.

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Definitions:

Unconditional Positive Regard

An attitude of total acceptance and support towards another person, regardless of what they say or do.

Client-centered Therapy

A form of psychotherapy developed by Carl Rogers that emphasizes an empathetic, accepting, and genuine environment for clients to facilitate personal growth.

Nonjudgmental Setting

A supportive environment where individuals feel safe to express themselves without fear of criticism or judgment.

Rational-emotive Behavior Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that helps individuals identify self-defeating thoughts and feelings, challenge the rationality of those feelings, and replace them with healthier, more productive beliefs.