A Polycentric Approach to Staffing Is One in Which

question 89

Multiple Choice

A polycentric approach to staffing is one in which

• A) host-country nationals are recruited to manage subsidiaries while parent-company nationals occupy key positions at corporate headquarters.
• B) standard psychological tests are used to assess perceptual ability and cultural toughness, when selecting a manager for foreign posting.
• C) all key management positions are filled by parent-company nationals.
• D) the best people, regardless of nationality, are recruited to fill key positions throughout the organization.

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