ICHRM Quiz

Which of the following options best define the term "Expatriate".

• Individuals who reside in a different country from their home country for work or other purposes

• Individuals who reside in the home country for work or other purposes

• A person who is a permanent resident of the country they are living in and has acquired citizenship there

• An individual who moves to a new country for short-term leisure or vacation purposes

Which of the following approaches emphasises on the idea that home country personnel are superior to those of other countries and the key positions in the organization are usually held by individuals from the home country?

• Ethnocentric Approach

• Polycentric Approach

• Region Centric Approach

• Geocentric Approach

Which of the following approaches emphasises on the idea that each country operates independently and makes its own decisions regarding HR management. The hiring and promotion of employees are based on local culture and practices?

• Ethnocentric Approach

• Region Centric Approach

• Polycentric Approach

• Geocentric Approach

"Managers are selected based on merit rather than nationality and there is strong focus on diversity and inclusion". Which of the following approaches is best represented by the statement?

• Ethnocentric Approach

• Region Centric Approach

• Polycentric Approach

• Geocentric Approach

'In ..............cultures, people try to control their emotions and maintain a calm exterior and in ...............cultures, people are more likely to express their feelings openly. '. Which of the following dimensions of culture is best represented by the statement as part of the Trompenaars and Hampden-Turner's seven dimensions of culture?

• Universalism vs. Particularism

• Specific vs. Diffuse

• Neutral vs. Emotional

• Achievement vs. Ascription

Which of the following approaches may potentially produce resentment in the host country and lead to cultural myopia as part of global staffing methods?

• Regio-centric Approach

• Polycentric Approach

• Geocentric Approach

• Ethnocentric Approach

Which of the following challenge(s) could be associated with repatriation?

• Returning from high status to a less highly profile role

• Diminishing career

• Experiencing reverse cultural shock

• All of the above

"These leaders prioritise the needs of their followers and work to empower them to reach their full potential". Which of the following leaders best represent the description?

• Autocratic Leaders

• Servant Leaders

• Transactional Leaders

• Charismatic leaders

Which of the following options potentially decreases collaboration, reduces productivity and performance and increases barriers?

• Diversity without inclusion

• Diversity with inclusion

• Inclusion without diversity

• None of the above

"A consequentialist ethical theory that suggests actions are morally right if they produce the greatest happiness or utility". The statement is best represented by which of the following ethical theories?

• Virtue ethics

• Deontological ethics

• Ethical Egoism

• Utilitarian Ethics