Miami Dade College, Miami

MAN 3025

Chapter 4: Managing in a Global Environment

1)The extent to which a society relies on social norms and procedures to alleviate the unpredictability of future events is referred to as its           .

 

2. Which regional trading alliance is composed of the United States, Canada, and Mexico?    

 

3. Apecs Electronics hires and promotes employees who are citizens of the host country, believing that the "locals" know best. Which global perspective does this reflect?

 

4. Barbara's Baubles produces one-of-a-kind jewelry using semi-precious gems. Although the owner sells her jewelry exclusively at a small shop in Albuquerque, she purchases the gems wherever they are the cheapest. This is an example of                    .

 

5. People with a(n)                    attitude have a world-oriented view that focuses on using the best approaches and people from around the globe.

 

6. Although Abels Manufacturing has facilities in several different countries, management decisions that have company-wide implications are made within the home country. Abels Manufacturing would be described as a .

 

7. A                      is a multinational company that has a global scope and does not consider any particular country as its base, home, or headquarters.

 

8. A narrow view in which people see things solely through their own eyes and perspectives is known as   .

 

9. Which type of multinational corporation (MNC) centralizes its management and other decisions in the home country?

 

10. The                      is an organization of 188 member countries that promotes international monetary cooperation and provides advice, temporary loans, and technical assistance to establish and maintain financial stability.

 

11. Which of the following is a global organization of more than 150 countries that deals with the rules of trade among nations?

 

12. Cindy's Creations is a small producer of decorative napkins, placemats, and other tableware. Although all of the products are produced domestically, Cindy's Creations sells worldwide through its website. This is an example of              .

 

13. Which of the following represents the regional trading alliance with the greatest impact on U.S. automobile manufacturing companies?

 

14. A                      is one in which resources are primarily owned and controlled by the private sector.

 

15. Laura, a doctor, was surprised to discover that many men in the small village in Mexico where she was volunteering refused to be seen by a female physician because the societal norm dictated that the physician should be a male. Which cultural dimension does this illustrate?