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Culture, HRM, and Ethics Learning Objectives

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What is the key focus of this lesson on culture, HRM and ethics?

Understanding how culture influences organizational performance

Defining the term 'culture' in an organizational and HRM context

Describing how ethical behavior is determined and influenced by top management and HR practitioners

All of the above (correct)

How was the term 'culture' perceived in the 1980s in the United States and Europe?

It was considered a 'sure-fire recipe for success' and essential for an organization's future (correct)

It was a controversial term that divided management theorists

It was seen as a niche topic with little relevance to organizational performance

It was a new and novel concept that had not been widely discussed before

According to the passage, what is the definition of culture in a wider context?

The difficulties that can arise from cross-cultural differences in values and points of view

The set of characteristics, values and ways of behaving that employees share within an organization

The new wave of management theory that became popular in the 1980s

The distinctive ways in which different human populations or societies organize their lives (correct)

What is the key purpose of developing a distinct organizational culture according to the passage?

To ensure the future success of the organization Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key learning objective of the lesson on culture, HRM and ethics?

Analyze the impact of organizational culture on employee motivation and job satisfaction Signup and view all the answers

How is the term 'culture' described in relation to the concept of a 'new wave of management theory' in the 1980s?

Culture was attached with a certain mystique and nebulous terminology, increasing its stature Signup and view all the answers

What is organisation culture according to Schein's scholarly definition?

The pattern of basic assumptions developed to cope with external and internal problems Signup and view all the answers

How did Deal and Kennedy simplify the concept of culture in organisations?

As the way things are done around the workplace Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the bribery scandal have on the reputation of the Olympics selection committee?

Tarnished its reputation with accusations of questionable ethics Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding an organisation's culture important?

To create a positive work environment for employees Signup and view all the answers

How does globalisation impact ethics in organisations according to the text?

Globalisation makes bribery and unethical behavior more common in business practices Signup and view all the answers

What role does management play in shaping an organisation's values?

Management can infuse the organisation with the right values to create a positive environment Signup and view all the answers