HR Strategy - International - Intercultural

Question 1

HR Strategy - Methods and Models

Answer 1

• PEST Analysis of environment => what impacts on HR?
• MOST-Model => Set Strategy
• Objectives and Targets must be S.M.A.R.T

Question 2

HR Strategy - PEST Analysis

Answer 2

• Political
• Economical
• Socio-Demographical
• Technological

… Factors

Question 3

HR Strategy - MOST Model + Functions

Answer 3

• Mission: answers basic questions about company goals
• Objectives: need to be clear; help accomplish mission
• Strategies: how to achieve objectives
• Tactics: methods used to carry out tactics

=> 2 Functions: Orientation and Motivation

Question 4

Objectives and Target must be

Answer 4

SMART

• Specific
• Measurable
• Achievable
• Reasonable
• Timely

Question 5

International HRM - Perlmutter Concept

Answer 5

• Ethnocentric: Expats in foreign country
• Polycentric: Locals in foreign country
• Regiocentric: Staff from different countries within the region of business (EU citizens in EU)
• Geocentric: Staff hired regardless of country of origin

Question 6

International HRM - Ubuntu

Answer 6

“A person is a person through other persons”
o Humanity towards others
o Bond of sharing that connects humanity

• Develop faster processes by embracing the reality of duality of Western Africa

Question 7

International HRM - Great Place to Work

Answer 7

Solve controlling issues bei rankings

=> Feedback

Question 8

Intercultural Aspects: Schein Model

Answer 8

3 Layers:

Core: Basic Assumptions
subconscious and taken for granted beliefs
=> invisible

Middle: Values and Beliefs
Standards, Values and Rules

Outside: Artefacts
Observable Actions, Processes and Things

Question 9

Intercultural Aspects: Hofstede Model

Answer 9

6 Aspects:
• Masculinity: endorsement of use of force
• Long Term Orientation: perception of change
• Power Distance: acceptance/expectation of unequal power distribution
• Indulgence: control of impulses and desires
• Uncertainty Avoidance: tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty
• Individuality: feeling of independence (we vs I)