Buisness Flashcards

Unit 2

1
Q

:What is corporate culture?

A

The shared values, beliefs, and goals within an organization that influence interactions among employees and management.

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2
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What are the main components of corporate culture?

A

: What are the main components of corporate culture?

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3
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What is the first thing a human resources manager must do when trying to fill a job position?

A

write a job description

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4
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Which of the following is NOT part of a compensation package?

A

Training

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5
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Which of the following is NOT a step in selecting the right candidate for a job?

A

orientation

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6
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For what purpose is a performance appraisal given?

A

to evaluate how well an employee is doing a job

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7
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A detailed description of the duties, qualifications, and conditions required to do a specific job.

A

job description

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8
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Actively looking for the most qualified people to fit a job description.

A

recruitment

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9
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Learning a new job by actually doing the job.

A

on-the-job training

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10
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The process of finding, selecting, training, and evaluating employees.

A

human resources management

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11
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The process of helping new employees adjust to a new company.

A

orientation

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12
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The pay and benefits that a company offers for a job.

A

compensation

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13
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A move to a higher job with more authority, responsibility, and pay.

A

promotion

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14
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An evaluation of how well an employee is doing his or her job.

A

An evaluation of how well an employee is doing his or her job.

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15
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To successfully market products in a different country, you need to be aware of differences in language and customs.

A

True

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16
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A company’s corporate culture is its food, language, and art.

A

False

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17
Q

Dealing with diversity means understanding and appreciating the differences between people.

A

True

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18
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Most companies’ codes of ethics have rules against discrimination.

A

True

19
Q

Diverse workforce’s tend to lead to companies being more profitable

A

True

20
Q

Dress codes and rigid work hours are highly important to a formal corporate culture.

A

True

21
Q

Companies sensitive to diversity are in danger of discrimination lawsuits.

A

False

22
Q

A ___________ is a formal chain of command with one person at the top.

A

hierarchy

23
Q

___________ identify people as a member of a group rather than as individuals.

A

stereotypes

24
Q

___________ is acceptable social behavior and manners in business.

A

business etiquette

25
Q

The beliefs, customs, and attitudes of a distinct group of people make up their ___________.

A

culture

26
Q

___________ is a variety of people with different backgrounds and identities.

A

diversity

27
Q

A ___________ is a formal organization with many different levels of management.

A

bureaucracy

28
Q

Excluding someone on the basis of a physical or cultural characteristic is called ___________

A

discrimination

29
Q

___________ is discrimination on the basis of age.

A

ageism

30
Q

A ___________ is a company’s shared values, beliefs, and goals.

A

corporate culture

31
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What does formal culture mean?

A

A structured environment with rules and a clear hierarchy.

32
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What is informal culture?

A

What is informal culture?

33
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What does formal culture mean?

A

A structured environment with rules and a clear hierarchy.

34
Q

What is a hierarchy in a company?

A

The levels of authority, showing who reports to whom.

35
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What does diversity mean?

A

Having people from different backgrounds and experiences in a group.

36
Q

What is inclusion?

A

Making sure everyone feels welcome and valued in a group.

37
Q

Why is diversity good for businesses?

A

It brings new ideas and helps solve problems better.

38
Q

What is cultural awareness?

A

Knowing and respecting different cultures, especially in business.

39
Q

What is business etiquette?

A

The polite behavior expected in a business setting.

40
Q

What are stereotypes?

A

Oversimplified ideas about a group of people that aren’t always true.

41
Q

What is discrimination?

A

Treating someone unfairly because of who they are.

42
Q

How can you describe your own culture?

A

Think about the groups you belong to, like clubs or teams, and what makes them unique.

43
Q

How does corporate culture affect global business?

A

It influences how companies communicate and work with people from other countries.