International Societal Environments Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT considered an important variable in the societal environment according to the text?

  • GDP trends
  • Level of education
  • Attitudes toward foreign companies (correct)
  • Wage/price controls
  • Which of the following is a key variable in the ecological aspect of the societal environment?

  • Environmental protection laws (correct)
  • Telecommunication infrastructure
  • Lifestyle changes
  • Global financial system
  • Which of the following is NOT listed as an important variable in the economic aspect of the societal environment?

  • GDP trends
  • Wage/price controls
  • Birth rates (correct)
  • Money supply
  • Which of the following is a key variable in the technological aspect of the societal environment?

    <p>Total government spending for R&amp;D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT included in the ecological variables of the international societal environment?

    <p>Wage levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category includes variables such as customs, norms, values, and religious beliefs?

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

    What is the term used for the analysis of the natural environment, technological environment, economic environment, and political-legal environment?

    <p>STEEP analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT included in the technological variables of the international societal environment?

    <p>Religious beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category includes variables such as form of government, political ideology, and trade regulations?

    <p>Political-Legal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the natural environment include?

    <p>Physical resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a component of the societal environment in a STEEP analysis?

    <p>Financial forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way to measure a firm's commitment to sustainability?

    <p>Firm's carbon footprint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an externality related to the exploitation of natural resources?

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

    In STEEP analysis, what does the 'P' stand for?

    <p>Political–legal forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the natural environment include?

    <p>Physical resources, wildlife, and climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor in the societal environment?

    <p>Natural resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of environmental analysis?

    <p>To monitor and evaluate relevant information for organizational strategy development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to increasing environmental uncertainty?

    <p>Political stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does STEEP analysis refer to?

    <p>Social, Technological, Economic, Environmental, and Political factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym STEEP stand for in the context of analyzing the societal environment?

    <p>Social, Technological, Economic, Environmental, Political</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a current sociocultural trend in the given information?

    <p>Increasing urbanization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which generation is mentioned as having the highest percentage of the total adult population in the United States?

    <p>Baby Boomers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a multinational corporation (MNC) as defined in the given information?

    <p>A company that has significant assets and activities in multiple countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a category of risk in the context of analyzing the societal environment?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a component of the societal environment analyzed in environmental scanning?

    <p>Ethical factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym STEEP stand for in the context of environmental analysis?

    <p>Societal, Technological, Economic, Environmental, Political</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT typically considered a key variable in the ecological aspect of the societal environment?

    <p>Interest rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of conducting an environmental analysis in strategic management?

    <p>To identify potential threats and opportunities in the external environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key variable in the technological aspect of the societal environment?

    <p>Energy efficiency and renewable energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes it difficult for a company to enter an industry?

    <p>Access to distribution channels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the analysis of societal environments, what factor refers to the advantages that companies achieve due to their size?

    <p>Economies of scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a barrier to entry for new companies according to the text?

    <p>Collaborative partnerships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of a product can create a barrier to entry for new companies?

    <p>Unique design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a factor contributing to intense rivalry among existing firms?

    <p>High exit barriers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor related to the natural environment can impact industry competition?

    <p>Availability of water resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential barrier to entry based on government regulations?

    <p>Complex licensing requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to the diversity of rivals in an industry?

    <p>Different strategic focuses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Porter relate intense rivalry among firms to?

    <p>Presence of exit barriers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an economic aspect that can create barriers to entry for new companies?

    <p>High capital requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do inside directors typically refer to?

    <p>Officers or executives employed by the corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory suggests that insiders identify with the corporation due to their long tenure?

    <p>Stewardship theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are retired executive directors according to the text?

    <p>Past corporate employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of affiliated directors?

    <p>Not employed by the corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of family directors based on the provided information?

    <p>Descendants of the founder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Outside directors may be executives of other firms but are not ___________ of the board's corporation.

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

    What is the main problem highlighted by agency theory in corporations?

    <p> Accountability of top management</p> Signup and view all the answers

     According to stewardship theory, why do insiders tend to identify with the corporation?

    <p> Long tenure with the corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Population ecology theory states that once an organization is established in a niche, it cannot adapt to changing conditions.

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

    According to institution theory, organizations can adapt by imitating other successful organizations.

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

    Strategic choice perspective argues that organizations have the power to reshape their environment.

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

    Organizational learning theory suggests that organizations adjust defensively to changing environments.

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

    Strategic flexibility demands only short-term commitment to development and nurturing of critical resources.

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

    Globalization is not a factor considered important for strategic planning.

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

    Innovation is not vital for organizational adaptation according to the theories mentioned.

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

    Sustainability is not a concern when discussing creating a learning organization.

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

    Organizations cannot influence their environment according to the strategic choice perspective.

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

    Institution theory focuses on organizations' abilities to adapt internally rather than imitate others.

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

    Study Notes

    Reasons for Serving on a Board

    • Majority (79%) are interested in business
    • Significant portion (65%) aims to make a difference
    • Half (50%) want to stay active in the business community
    • 25% are recruited by friends already on the board
    • Only 14% are motivated by compensation
    • Networking opportunities entice 11% of board members
    • Notoriety or prestige influences 9%
    • Minimal (4%) are recruited by friends not on the board

    Organization of the Board

    • Board size is determined by corporate charter and bylaws, within state law guidelines
    • Many states require minimum board members, but corporations have flexibility
    • Average board size for large publicly held firms is ten directors
    • Small privately held companies typically have four to five board members

    Board Leadership

    • A lead director coordinates with the Chair/CEO and evaluates the CEO annually
    • 94% of U.S. companies combining Chair and CEO roles have a lead director

    Responsibilities of the Board

    • Board has a duty of due care, overseeing corporate affairs without direct management
    • Failure to act with due care can result in personal liability for directors
    • Over 40% of outside directors have faced lawsuits associated with corporate actions

    Role of the Board in Strategic Management

    • Monitors internal and external developments impacting the corporation
    • Evaluates and influences management's proposals and decisions
    • Initiates and defines the corporation's mission and strategic options

    Impact of Globalization

    • Globalization integrates international markets and corporations, influencing business practices
    • Offers new competitive advantages through formal trade agreements

    Impact of Innovation

    • Innovation encompasses new products, services, and methods that drive business success
    • Effective implementation of innovations is crucial for noteworthy business performance

    Impact of Sustainability

    • Sustainability entails managing the triple bottom line: profit, social responsibility, and environmental responsibility

    Learning Objectives in Strategic Management

    • Understanding benefits of strategic management
    • Exploring the effects of globalization, innovation, and sustainability on strategy
    • Differentiating between organizational theories
    • Identifying areas of excellence for learning organizations
    • Grasping the basic model and components of strategic management
    • Recognizing triggering events for strategic change
    • Analyzing strategic decision-making modes
    • Utilizing strategic audits for corporate analysis
    • Exploring career opportunities in strategic management

    Definition of Strategic Management

    • Strategic management involves decisions and actions that shape a corporation's long-term performance
    • Initially referred to as business policy

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