Which of the Following Is a Drawback of the Polycentric

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a drawback of the polycentric approach to staffing?

• A) Firms are likely to suffer from cultural myopia.
• B) Host-country nationals are vulnerable to cultural misunderstandings.
• C) This approach increases the cost of value creation.
• D) Host-country nationals have limited opportunities for advancement beyond senior positions in their subsidiary.

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