Cultural Perspectives in Business
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Which model emphasizes the importance of cost control and revenue maximization in strategic implementation?

  • Both models
  • Neither model
  • Classical Model (correct)
  • Processual Model

Which model is characterized by its flexibility and recognition of personal biases?

  • Neither model
  • Both models
  • Classical Model
  • Processual Model (correct)

Which model provides a support system for understanding the environment, resources, and potential of an organization?

  • Classical Model (correct)
  • Processual Model
  • Neither model
  • Both models

Which model views the strategist as a 'rational economic man' who makes informed rational choices?

<p>Classical Model (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which model involves a 'planner' in the strategic team within an M-form entity?

<p>Classical Model (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which model focuses on top-level decision-making and distinguishes between planning and implementation?

<p>Classical Model (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which model recognizes that strategists have 'bounded rationality' due to circumstances, events, and personal biases?

<p>Processual Model (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a business strategy that prioritizes gaining market share over profit?

<p>Chinese Guanxi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the concept of building and maintaining strong personal relationships in Chinese business culture?

<p>Guanxi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Japanese term 'Keiretsu' refer to?

<p>Interrelated companies with financial and business ties (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Korean term 'Chaebol' used to describe?

<p>Large business conglomerates with subsidiaries in various industries (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the connection between a systemic model and rational planning?

<p>Systems thinking helps inform and improve planning processes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is a systemic model important for rational planning in complex environments?

<p>It helps understand the intricate web of relationships and dependencies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a systemic model encourage planners to do in the planning process?

<p>Anticipate and account for unintended consequences (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'emergent' strategizing according to the text?

<p>A messy process that evolves over time and may become formalized (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the resource-based view (RBV) of strategy?

<p>A process that requires a focus on internal strength and adaptation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of the evolutionary process in industries according to the text?

<p>Competition leads to a shake-out phase (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'oligopoly' refer to in the context of industry evolution according to the text?

<p>A market structure where a small number of large firms dominate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of accounting in the evolutionary model of strategy?

<p>To control costs and ensure survival (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the systemic model of strategy recognize according to the text?

<p>The influence of social and cultural factors on people's behaviors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the traditional Western approach to business?

<p>A prioritization of profit maximization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of management accounting systems based on trust?

<p>They consider trust as an important factor in evaluating performance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common emphasis of traditional management accounting?

<p>Using financial ratios (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a quantitative performance measure typically used in management accounting?

<p>Brand recognition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of management accounting systems based on trust?

<p>Enabling long-run sustainability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context or approach to management accounting does trust play a significant role?

<p>Systems based on trust (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a possible objective of management accounting?

<p>Building trust (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between management accounting systems based on trust and traditional management accounting?

<p>The consideration of trust in evaluating performance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a quantitative performance measure typically used in management accounting?

<p>Return on investment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of numerical metrics in traditional management accounting?

<p>To assess how well a company is doing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key characteristic of activity-based costing (ABC)?

<p>Traces costs to activities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of customer profitability analysis (CPA)?

<p>To analyze the revenue streams and service costs associated with specific customers or customer groups (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which costing system assigns manufacturing overhead based on the volume of a cost driver?

<p>Traditional costing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of ABC for products costing?

<p>When production overheads are high in relation to direct costs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of customer profitability analysis (CPA)?

<p>Analysis of the revenue streams and service costs associated with specific customers or customer groups (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key element of modern business strategy according to the text?

<p>Calculability principles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the relationship between accounting and strategy?

<p>Accounting is often invisible in strategy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the 'paradox' of strategic management accounting?

<p>It is most successful when least needed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the future and past in relation to strategy and accounting?

<p>The future should be like the past for strategy and accounting to be successful (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the role of accounting in modern business enterprises?

<p>Accounting is a central element in modern business enterprises (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is a worrying characteristic of strategic management accounting?

<p>It lacks knowledge (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the relationship between strategic management accounting and other areas of study?

<p>Strategic management accounting has not fully embraced other areas of study (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key benefit of customer profitability analysis (CPA)?

<p>Identifying the most and least profitable customer segments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does CPA enable organizations to do?

<p>Formulate appropriate strategies for improved profitability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of CPA in strategic application of activity-based costing (ABC)?

<p>It extends the strategic application of ABC to enable customer-focused accounting. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of customer profitability analysis (CPA)?

<p>Identifying the most and least profitable customer segments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of customer profitability analysis (CPA)?

<p>To identify the most and least profitable customer segments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a benefit of customer profitability analysis (CPA)?

<p>Informed strategy formulation for improved profitability (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a disadvantage of customer profitability analysis (CPA)?

<p>CPA may overlook the combinations of products or services purchased by customers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of customer profitability analysis (CPA) in strategic decision making?

<p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Customer Profitability Matrix?

<p>To determine the profitability of different customer segments. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of Activity Based Costing (ABC)?

<p>To allocate costs based on the volume of a cost driver. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of Customer Profitability Analysis (CPA)?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the disadvantages of Customer Profitability Analysis (CPA)?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of Customer Lifetime Value (CLV)?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the connection between a systemic model and rational planning in complex environments?

<p>A systemic model provides a support system for understanding the environment, resources, and potential of an organization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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