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intro to managment
1. Which of the following cultural orientations is characterized by mutually supportive networks both at work and outside of work? (Points : 2)
Individual-oriented
Other-oriented
Group-oriented
Company-oriented
Question 2. 2. Concerning managing a group in an international context, what type of analysis can be used to better understand the existing success factors for your team and decide on your leadership style? (Points : 2)
Brainstorm analysis
SWOT analysis
Sherman analysis
Kotter analysis
Question 3. 3. Concerning communication in national and organizational cultures, which of the following statements is true about individuals who place a high value on speaking directly? (Points : 2)
They pay a great deal of attention to the body language of others.
They place little to no emphasis on facts and clarity.
They think that conflict helps to clear the air.
They worry about whether they offend others with their speech.
Question 4. 4. Mindful international managers need to recognize that behavior and interaction are not only influenced by culture, but also by: (Points : 2)
Financial need
Society
Personality
Environment
Question 5. 5. In international projects, the effective team leader needs to think about how team members are going to be supported during what phase(s) of the project? (Points : 2)
At the beginning of the project
During the middle of the project
At the end of the project
Throughout the life of the project
Question 6. 6. Which of the following is true of meetings in more time-oriented cultures? (Points : 2)
Meetings tend to start and finish later than announced.
Meetings tend to be less structured.
Meetings tend to have no agenda or an agenda that may not be followed.
Meetings tend to start and finish on time.
Question 7. 7. Effective international managers follow the “four P’s” to make sure their teams are well-organized. Making sure that the team understands the reason for doing something is a part of the performance of which of the four P’s? (Points : 2)
Preparation
Purpose
Process
People
Question 8. 8. Fixed, general images that a lot of people believe represent a particular group of people are known as: (Points : 2)
Assumptions
Realities
Stereotypes
Influences
Question 9. 9. When working across cultures, it is important to understand the values, attitudes, and beliefs that underpin: (Points : 2)
Location
Religion
Behavior
Opinions
Question 10. 10. What is one result of working in international projects, and also virtually? (Points : 2)
Your project leader is often not present.
You always have your project leader on location.
You have to take the lead position of the project yourself.
You do not have any support from the leader.
Question 11. 11. Concerning managing a group in an international context, which of the following is the most influential factor in shaping culture in an organization? (Points : 2)
The behavior of the team members
The behavior of the society
The behavior of the government leaders
The behavior of the organization’s leader
Question 12. 12. A possible blocker of change, characterized by doing what is told, following the rules, and behaving properly, shows (Points : 2)
Conformity
Indifference
Security
Tradition
Question 13. 13. Shared values often exist across cultures; however, these values may vary a great deal in terms of their: (Points : 2)
importance
improvement
change
morals
Question 14. 14. In an international work context, why is transparency – for example the clear definition of tasks – important? (Points : 2)
Because in the international work context, there is no room for ambiguity.
Because there is a chance of misunderstanding due to language and distance.
Because in the international work context, there is no room for complexity.
Because the international manager must resolve every issue immediately.
Question 15. 15. When you work internationally, you have to deal with the potential barriers of: (Points : 2)
Language and cultures
Morals and culture
Internal and external
Personality and environment
Question 16. 16. The model that shows us that there can be a gap between what we show and know about ourselves and what our colleagues see and know about us is referred to as: (Points : 2)
The Johari Curve
The Johari Box
The Johari Window
The Johari Concept
Question 17. 17. Which statement is true about people in hierarchical societies? (Points : 2)
They show a relatively greater respect for power and authority.
They reject the idea that the wealthy and powerful are deserving of more respect.
They believe that an individual’s social ranking at birth will probably change
They embrace the “tall poppy” syndrome
Question 18. 18. Regarding attitudes towards change according to Schwartz’ framework for openness to change self-direction is a driver of change that: (Points : 2)
Seeks fun and pleasure, wants to enjoy life.
Does lots of different things, seeks new activities, and likes surprises.
Likes to be independent and self-reliant, likes freedom to decide.
Is indifferent about personal creativity and imagination.
Question 19. 19. Concerning communication in national and organizational cultures, which of the following statements is true about individuals who place a high value on maintaining harmonious relationships? (Points : 2)
They think that conflict helps to clear the air.
They place little to no emphasis on facts and clarity.
They use shared knowledge and experience.
They don't consider others' feellings in their speech.
Question 20. 20. Which of the following statements is true about working in international projects? (Points : 2)
Project members come from the same professional or functional cultures.
Project members come from the same organizational cultures.
Project leaders are usually from the same countries as their team members.
Project members may work in different national or ethnic environments.
Question 8. 8. Fixed, general images that a lot of people believe represent a particular group of people are known as: (Points : 2)
Assumptions
Realities
Stereotypes
Influences
Question 9. 9. When working across cultures, it is important to understand the values, attitudes, and beliefs that underpin: (Points : 2)
Location
Religion
Behavior
Opinions
Question 10. 10. What is one result of working in international projects, and also virtually? (Points : 2)
Your project leader is often not present.
You always have your project leader on location.
You have to take the lead position of the project yourself.
You do not have any support from the leader.
Question 11. 11. Concerning managing a group in an international context, which of the following is the most influential factor in shaping culture in an organization? (Points : 2)
The behavior of the team members
The behavior of the society
The behavior of the government leaders
The behavior of the organization’s leader
Question 12. 12. A possible blocker of change, characterized by doing what is told, following the rules, and behaving properly, shows (Points : 2)
Conformity
Indifference
Security
Tradition
Question 13. 13. Shared values often exist across cultures; however, these values may vary a great deal in terms of their: (Points : 2)
importance
improvement
change
morals
Question 14. 14. In an international work context, why is transparency – for example the clear definition of tasks – important? (Points : 2)
Because in the international work context, there is no room for ambiguity.
Because there is a chance of misunderstanding due to language and distance.
Because in the international work context, there is no room for complexity.
Because the international manager must resolve every issue immediately.
Question 15. 15. When you work internationally, you have to deal with the potential barriers of: (Points : 2)
Language and cultures
Morals and culture
Internal and external
Personality and environment
Question 16. 16. The model that shows us that there can be a gap between what we show and know about ourselves and what our colleagues see and know about us is referred to as: (Points : 2)
The Johari Curve
The Johari Box
The Johari Window
The Johari Concept
Question 17. 17. Which statement is true about people in hierarchical societies? (Points : 2)
They show a relatively greater respect for power and authority.
They reject the idea that the wealthy and powerful are deserving of more respect.
They believe that an individual’s social ranking at birth will probably change
They embrace the “tall poppy” syndrome
Question 18. 18. Regarding attitudes towards change according to Schwartz’ framework for openness to change self-direction is a driver of change that: (Points : 2)
Seeks fun and pleasure, wants to enjoy life.
Does lots of different things, seeks new activities, and likes surprises.
Likes to be independent and self-reliant, likes freedom to decide.
Is indifferent about personal creativity and imagination.
Question 19. 19. Concerning communication in national and organizational cultures, which of the following statements is true about individuals who place a high value on maintaining harmonious relationships? (Points : 2)
They think that conflict helps to clear the air.
They place little to no emphasis on facts and clarity.
They use shared knowledge and experience.
They don't consider others' feellings in their speech.
Question 20. 20. Which of the following statements is true about working in international projects? (Points : 2)
Project members come from the same professional or functional cultures.
Project members come from the same organizational cultures.
Project leaders are usually from the same countries as their team members.
Project members may work in different national or ethnic environments.
