An International Manager Can Best Develop an Understanding of a Particular

question 51

Multiple Choice

An international manager can best develop an understanding of a particular culture by ________.

• A)creating a cultural profile for that country or region in which the firm does business
• B)assuming that his or her own cultural styles and practices can be successfully followed in the host country
• C)using stereotypes to develop cross-cultural understanding in a business setting
• D)hiring locals rather than expatriates for management positions in overseas subsidiaries

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Definitions:

Solution Imposition

Refers to enforcing a specific solution or decision on an issue, often without the consent of all parties involved.

Collective Agreement Operation

The process by which the terms and conditions of employment are negotiated and enforced between an employer and a representative group of employees.

Arbitration

The submission of parties in a dispute to having an arbitrator make a binding decision on their claims.

Negotiation

The process of discussion aimed at reaching an agreement between two or more parties.