Global Management Strategies Quiz
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What is a common viewpoint among managers regarding their own divisions?

  • They tend to recognize the importance of organizational integration.
  • They prioritize collaboration with other divisions.
  • They readily share knowledge and resources across units.
  • They often focus on protecting their own interests. (correct)

    • What is a negative consequence of the 'not-invented-here' syndrome?

  • Reluctance to utilize external expertise. (correct)
  • Enhanced collaboration across departments.
  • Improved communication between divisions.
  • Increased sharing of best practices.

    • What decision must managers make when developing a global strategy?

  • Whether to centralize power in the headquarters.
  • Whether to standardize activities or allow autonomy. (correct)
  • Whether to ignore local market conditions.
  • Whether to invest only in local resources.

    • What does a globalization strategy generally involve?

    <p>Standardizing design, manufacturing, and marketing practices worldwide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of a multidomestic strategy?

    <p>Handling competition independently in each country.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does cultural intelligence primarily enable a person to do?

    <p>Interpret unfamiliar gestures and devise appropriate responses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of strategic alliance mentioned?

    <p>Franchising</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant challenge faced by managers in global design?

    <p>Achieving integration and collaboration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT a common reason for difficulties in building trust among globally scattered teams?

    <p>Cultural similarities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are key challenges associated with global design that managers face?

    <p>Increased coordination and knowledge transfer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of a global product division structure?

    <p>Standardizing production and sales for specific products globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic best describes the global geographic division structure?

    <p>Each geographical division has full control over functional activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge may arise in a global product division structure?

    <p>Product divisions failing to collaborate effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what scenario is a global geographic division structure most suitable?

    <p>For companies with mature product lines and stable technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the characteristics of a global matrix structure?

    <p>It enables simultaneous vertical and horizontal coordination</p> Signup and view all the answers

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