15 Questions
What is the abbreviation for International Human Resource Management mentioned in the content?
IHRM
Which of the following is not a type of recruitment approach in International HRM?
Hierocentric approach
High costs and restrictive immigration laws are disadvantages of the Geocentric approach in IHRM.
True
Match the following types of international assignments with their durations:
Short term (up to 3 months) = Commuter assignments Extended (up to a year) = Contractual assignments Long term (up to 5 years) = Rotational assignments
An effective compensation policy for international staff should strive to meet the objective of attracting and retaining employees for service __________.
abroad
What is the primary goal of Premium Coffee's expansion into Africa?
To expand business operations to new regions
What is one of the health and safety measures Premium Coffee can take for its employees in Africa?
Providing floodlights around offices and homes
What is the role of headquarters in Premium Coffee's strategic planning?
Managed totally from headquarters
What is one of the reasons African governments advocate for employment creation for locals?
To promote community development
What is the focus of Premium Coffee's mission?
Offering premium quality coffee
What is one of the health measures Premium Coffee can take for its employees in Africa?
Providing a record of vaccinations against infectious diseases
What is one of the advantages of the 'Guide and advise' approach to labour relations?
Improving employee decision-making skills
What is one of the emergency plans Premium Coffee can implement for its employees in Africa?
Flying out employees by private plane in emergency cases
What is the primary role of international HR in Premium Coffee's expansion into Africa?
Interface of headquarters and line management
Why do African governments advocate for employment creation and community development?
To promote community development and local employment
Study Notes
International HRM
- International Human Resource Management (IHRM) involves HRM strategies, policies, and practices that firms pursue in response to the internationalization process.
Organisational Firms
- Examples of MNEs (Multinational Enterprises)
- Types of Organisational firms: Alliances, Joint ventures & Strategic alliances, Intermediary Management contracts, Licensing (franchise)
International Assignments
- Types of assignments: Short term (up to 3 months), Extended (up to a year), Long term (up to 5 years)
- Types of Arrangements: Commuter assignments, Rotational assignments, Virtual assignment, Self-initiated assignments
Selection of Candidates for Overseas Appointments
- Factors to be considered: Adaptability, Diplomacy, Language ability, Communication skills, Managerial talent, Maturity & emotional stability, Leadership skills, Cultural sensitivity, Technical knowledge
- Selection decision: Technical ability, Situation, Individual, Country/cultural requirements, Family requirements
Preparing Expatriates
- Onboarding & orientation: Need for additional background information, Local orientation, Buddy system, Acculturation, Advanced Planning
- Training of expatriates: Before, during and after foreign assignments
- Talent management techniques: Area studies or documentary programs, Cultural assimilation, Language preparation, Sensitivity training, Field experience
Retention: Compensation
- Objectives of an effective compensation policy: Attract and retain employees for service abroad, Facilitate transfers, Establish and maintain a consistent and reasonable relationship between compensation
- Compensation policy should be cost-effective
Labour Relations
- Approaches to follow: Hands-off, Monitor, Guide and advise, Strategic planning, Set limits and approve exceptions, Managed totally from headquarters
Health, Safety and Security Issues
- Ensure employees have a record of vaccinations against infectious diseases
- Include an over-the-counter first aid kit
- Arrange emergency plans in cases where employees have no local medical facilities
- Provide floodlights around offices and homes, as well as electronic safety systems in countries that are not very safe
International HRM
- International Human Resource Management (IHRM) involves HRM strategies, policies, and practices that firms pursue in response to the internationalization process.
Organisational Firms
- Examples of MNEs (Multinational Enterprises)
- Types of Organisational firms: Alliances, Joint ventures & Strategic alliances, Intermediary Management contracts, Licensing (franchise)
International Assignments
- Types of assignments: Short term (up to 3 months), Extended (up to a year), Long term (up to 5 years)
- Types of Arrangements: Commuter assignments, Rotational assignments, Virtual assignment, Self-initiated assignments
Selection of Candidates for Overseas Appointments
- Factors to be considered: Adaptability, Diplomacy, Language ability, Communication skills, Managerial talent, Maturity & emotional stability, Leadership skills, Cultural sensitivity, Technical knowledge
- Selection decision: Technical ability, Situation, Individual, Country/cultural requirements, Family requirements
Preparing Expatriates
- Onboarding & orientation: Need for additional background information, Local orientation, Buddy system, Acculturation, Advanced Planning
- Training of expatriates: Before, during and after foreign assignments
- Talent management techniques: Area studies or documentary programs, Cultural assimilation, Language preparation, Sensitivity training, Field experience
Retention: Compensation
- Objectives of an effective compensation policy: Attract and retain employees for service abroad, Facilitate transfers, Establish and maintain a consistent and reasonable relationship between compensation
- Compensation policy should be cost-effective
Labour Relations
- Approaches to follow: Hands-off, Monitor, Guide and advise, Strategic planning, Set limits and approve exceptions, Managed totally from headquarters
Health, Safety and Security Issues
- Ensure employees have a record of vaccinations against infectious diseases
- Include an over-the-counter first aid kit
- Arrange emergency plans in cases where employees have no local medical facilities
- Provide floodlights around offices and homes, as well as electronic safety systems in countries that are not very safe
Study module for BDO 319, covering topics in international human resource management, including job design, compensation, and leadership.
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