A Global MNC Should Use What Type of Controls Over

question 9

Multiple Choice

A global MNC should use what type of controls over its foreign units?

• A) Management should be given considerable latitude, but be required to meet some predetermined performance targets.
• B) Management should use a matrix structure allowing some limited autonomy of the foreign unit.
• C) Management needs to exert tight controls over its many units using a centralized strategic operational decision-making format.
• D) Management should use a functional approach assigning distinct and separate responsibilities to each department throughout the MNC.
• E) Management should use a divisional approach assigning goals and targets for each product-group on all its foreign units collectively.

Identify the role and limitations of exemption or exclusion clauses in contracts.

Differentiate between conditions precedent and subsequent in contractual obligations.

Explain the significance of performance and tender of performance in fulfilling contractual obligations.

Understand the impact of fundamental breach on the applicability of exemption clauses.

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