A Domestic Corporation Considering International Expansion for the First Time

question 50

Multiple Choice

A domestic corporation considering international expansion for the first time typically will follow which of these paths?

• A) It will start by implementing a wholly owned foreign subsidiary.
• B) It will implement a low-risk, low-control strategy such as exporting.
• C) It will license or franchise its operations.
• D) It will form a joint venture with a reputable foreign producer.

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Definitions:

Job Characteristics Model

The Job Characteristics Model is a theoretical framework proposing that five core job dimensions impact employee motivation, satisfaction, and performance, including skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy, and feedback.

Task Identity

The degree to which a job requires completion of a whole and identifiable piece of work, giving a sense of accomplishment to the individual.

Skill Variety

Skill variety is the degree to which a job requires different activities and skills for its completion, contributing to the worker's perception of the job's significance and engagement levels.

Psychological Empowerment

Psychological empowerment describes a state in which individuals feel a sense of control over their work and perceive their actions to be meaningful and capable of influencing outcomes.