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According to Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions, which of the following is likely a key aspect of Vietnamese business culture?

• High Power Distance

• Low Uncertainty Avoidance

• Individualism

•  Short-Term Orientation

How does Unilever Vietnam potentially adapt to a high Power Distance culture in Vietnam?

•  Decentralized decision-making processes

• Encouraging open communication across all levels

•  Implementing a flat organizational structure

• Emphasizing respect for authority figures

Which of the following is an element Unilever Vietnam might focus on to foster its business culture?

• Competitive compensation packages

• Individual performance-based recognition

• Collaborative learning and development programs

• Short-term project-oriented work

The Attraction-Selection-Attrition (ASA) model suggests that companies with a strong culture will attract and retain employees who:

•  Have a high tolerance for ambiguity

• Value strong leadership and clear direction

• Prioritize individual career advancement

• Don't necessarily fit well with the company culture  

How might Unilever Vietnam connect its company purpose to Vietnamese values?

• Focus on maximizing profits for shareholders

• Highlight its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility

• Prioritize rapid growth and expansion in the market

• Emphasize individual achievements over team success

Understanding business culture is important for international management success because:

• It allows companies to impose their global practices on all markets.

•  It helps companies adapt their strategies to fit local contexts.

• It eliminates the need for cultural sensitivity training.

• It prioritizes efficiency over building strong relationships with employees.

• Which of the following statements best reflects the influence of Uncertainty Avoidance on Vietnamese business culture?

• •  Employees readily embrace change and innovation.

• • Businesses prioritize detailed planning and risk minimization.

• • Decision-making is often quick and decisive.

• • Competition is highly encouraged within teams.

• How might Unilever Vietnam adapt its communication style considering a potentially high Power Distance culture?

• • Encourage open debate and challenge of authority figures.

• • Utilize informal communication channels like social media.

• • Emphasize clarity, respect, and formal communication structures.

• • Prioritize individual presentations over team discussions.

• How might Unilever Vietnam's onboarding program contribute to maintaining its strong culture?

• • Focuses primarily on technical skills training.

• • Integrates new hires into existing teams and projects.

• • Offers competitive salaries without cultural integration aspects.

• •  Encourages independent work and minimal interaction with colleagues.

• The Attraction-Selection-Attrition (ASA) model suggests that a strong company culture leads to:

• • High employee turnover due to demanding expectations.

• • Difficulty attracting diverse talent with different values.

• • Increased employee satisfaction and loyalty.

• • A constant need for cultural change initiatives.