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Question 1

What are the Threshold traits in the Global leadership compentency pyramid (Base level)

Answer 1

Integrity, humility, and resilience.

Question 2

What are the Attitudes and orientation in the Global leadership compentency pyramid

Answer 2

Global mindset, cosmopolitanism, and cognitive complexity.

Question 3

What are the Interpersonal skills in the Global leadership compentency pyramid

Answer 3

Mindful communication, building relationships, and multicultural teaming.

Question 4

What are the System skillsa in the Global leadership compentency pyramid

Answer 4

Leading change and fostering innovation. Higher abilites

Question 5

what are the three stages of cultural adjustment

Answer 5

1. Excitement and optimism, 2. Culture shock, 3. Gradual adjustment

Question 6

What characterizes the first stage of cultural adjustment?

Answer 6

Individuals feel enthusiastic and curious about the new culture

Question 7

What happens during the culture shock stage?

Answer 7

Frustration, irritation, and confusion due to differences in communication, behavior, and norms.

Question 8

How is gradual adjustment defined in Cultural adjustment?

Answer 8

Adapting and functioning effectively within the new culture.

Question 9

What are the five skills needed for Expatriate success?

Answer 9

• Cultural intelligence
• Linguistic ability
• Motivation and support
• Organizational support
• Interpersonal skills

Question 10

What interpersonal skill is crucial for expatriate success?

Answer 10

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Question 11

Why is cultural intelligence essential for expatriates?

Answer 11

It helps in understanding and adapting to cultural differences.

Question 12

How does organizational support influence expatriate success?

Answer 12

By providing resources like training, mentorship, and clear expectations.

Question 13

What are the four Global competence factors?

Answer 13

• Cultural awareness
  
  • Socio-economic state (SES)
  • Industry expertise
    Early exposure to diversity

Question 14

What does SES stand for?

Answer 14

Socio-economic state

Question 15

What early-life factor contributes to global competence?

Answer 15

Early exposure to diversity.

Question 16

What are the four key cultural determinants?

Answer 16

Language, religion, traditions and social structures.

Question 17

What are the three steps in cultural integration (McKinsey)?

Answer 17

1. Diagnose “How work gets done”, 2. Set priorities, 3. Hard-wire and support change

Question 18

What is the first step in cultural integration (Mckinsey) during mergers?

Answer 18

Diagnose “how work gets done” by mapping cultural profiles and analyzing behavioral patterns.

Question 19

What does setting priorities in cultural integration involve? (McKinsey)

Answer 19

Identifying non-negotiable cultural elements and aligning them with leadership priorities.

Question 20

How do you hard-wire and support cultural change? (Mckinsey)

Answer 20

Embed cultural values into HR processes and develop leadership to model desired behaviors.

Question 21

What are the three main CSR approches?

Answer 21

Global CSR strategy, Transnational CSR strategy, Local CSR strategy

Question 22

What does a global CSR strategy focus on?

Answer 22

Universal challenges like sustainability and labor rights.

Question 23

How does a transnational CSR strategy operate?

Answer 23

Aligns global missions with local needs, addressing regional challenges.

Question 24

What is the emphasis of a local CSR strategy?

Answer 24

Community-based issues such as education, healthcare, and local environmental conservation.

Question 25

What does the AAA framework stand for?

Answer 25

Adaptation, Aggregation, Arbitrage

Question 26

What is the adaptation strategy in the AAA framework?

Answer 26

Adjusting products, services, or business models to meet local preferences.

Question 27

Define the aggregation strategy in AAA

Answer 27

Achieving economies of scale by centralizing operations like R&D and manufacturing.

Question 28

What is the focus of the arbitrage strategy? AAA

Answer 28

Exploiting cost differences between markets, such as sourcing from low-cost regions.