Week 10

Question 1

What are the types of subsidiary roles?

Answer 1

1. Local innovator
2. Implementor
3. Global innovator
4. Integrated player

Question 2

What are the 3 approaches to International HRM?

Answer 2

1. Ethnocentric — Home Replication / Internationalization Strategy
2. Polycentric — Multi-domestic Strategy
3. Geocentric — Global / Transnational Strategy

Question 3

What are some benefits of the ethnocentric approach?

Answer 3

1. Local talent gaps
2. Command & control
3. High turnover

Question 4

What are some benefits of the polycentric approach?

Answer 4

1. Economical
2. Nationalism
3. Employee morale

Question 5

What are some benefits of the geocentric approach?

Answer 5

1. Flexible

2. Promotes learning