According to the Textbook,what Is the Major Reason for Using

question 47

Multiple Choice

According to the textbook,what is the major reason for using expatriates (either parent-country or third-country nationals) for staffing subsidiary operations?

• A) Many people prefer not to work in a foreign country.
• B) The cost of using expatriates is far greater than the cost of using local management talent.
• C) The multinational corporation may be viewed locally as a "better citizen."
• D) Expatriates may overemphasize short-term projects.
• E) Technical competence

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