Question

MNCs choose expatriates, as opposed to host-country or third-country managers, in order to a. Be more responsive to the local needs b. Learn the language of the host country c. Afford them the opportunity to gain overseas experience and enhance their career advancement d. Ingratiate themselves with the foreign government

11. Why might MNCs have difficulty in recruiting or selecting host-country nationals to manage their subsidiaries in Japan? a. Because many are not educated enough b. Because they lack the social skills necessary to succeed in the interview process c. Because they prefer to work for Japanese-owned firms d. None of the above.

12. What percentage of expatriate placements do not work out? a. 10 to 20 percent b. 30 to 50 percent c. 50 to 60 percent d. Approximately 75 percent

13. One reason that psychological tests are not widely used by MNCs in their selection of expatriate managers is a. Their potential to be culturally biased b. Managers do not want to take them c. They do not test the spouse or children d. They cost too much to implement

14. MNCs may offer intercultural training programs for their outbound expatriates in order to develop the following skills: a. Self-awareness b. Cultural flexibility c. Interpersonal relationship-building d. All of the above

Answer 1

10. Option C. Afford them the opportunity to gain overseas experience and enhance their career advancement.

Overseas posting for expats can be great learning experience and enhance their career advancement.

11. Option D. None of the above

12. Option B. 30 to 50 percent

13. Option A. Their potential to be culturally biased.

14. Option B. Cultural flexibility