Question 1

Which of the following ways does a U.S. company practices regarding industrial relations differ from the approach of most nations?

Options :

A : Automatic representation

B : Government mandate approach

C : Positive approach

D : Employer free speech

Answer: D

Question 2

A company has two locations and is in the domestic stage of globalization. The firm has identified an objective to become a truly multinational corporation in 5 years in order to become competitive and reduce overall costs of operations. Given this strategic goal, which of the following international assignments would result in the highest ROI?

Options :

A : Operations executive with the following tangible costs = $180,000 salary + $70,000 allowances + $60,000 services to open up operations in the second location

B : Human resources manager with the following tangible costs = $105,000 salary + $70,000 allowances + $60,000 services to open up operations in the second location

C : Customer service coordinator with the following tangible costs = $55,000 salary + $50,000 allowances + $30,000 services to open up the market in the second location

D : Sales executive with the following tangible costs = $180,000 salary + $70,000 allowances + $60,000 services to open up the market in the second location

Answer: A

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a reason why individuals refuse international assignments?

Options :

A : Personal familial issues, like spouse is reluctant to change careers or children are already in high school

B : No clear, identified path for career development guaranteed after the assignment

C : Financial incentives are inadequate

D : Company’s poor record of successful expatriations programs

Answer: B

Question 4

You have recruited an engineering architect for a short-term international assignment in Bangalore, India. During the pre-departure training, you ask the training consultant to focus on providing immediate survival techniques. For example, the trainer outlines where the individual can obtain assistance and explains logistical realities of getting around in the host country. Which of the following processes does this describe ?

Options :

A : Assimilation

B : On-boarding

C : Relocation

D : Outplacement

Answer: B

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a group incentive pay plan?

Options :

A : Piece rate plan

B : Commissions

C : Gainsharing plan

D : Profit-sharing plans

Answer: C

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