IAE INT STR S4 Managing Cultural Differences in Int Business

What is cultural distance?

• The physical distance between two countries

• Differences in language, customs, values, and communication styles between cultures

• The similarity in economic systems between nations

How can cultural distance impact international business operations?

• It has no impact on business operations

• It affects collaboration, communication, and performance

• It only influences financial decisions

Why is it important for businesses to recognize and adapt to cultural differences?

• To minimize production costs

• To enhance collaboration and performance in international markets

• To avoid international expansion

Which of the following is an example of a hidden cultural attitude?

• Differences in spoken language

• Unspoken norms about punctuality and hierarchy

• The presence of similar business laws

How can hidden cultural biases influence business relationships?

• They do not influence relationships

• They shape decision-making, negotiation, and leadership styles

• They only affect marketing strategies

Why is it important to understand hidden cultural norms in the workplace?

• To ignore unspoken rules

• To adapt management practices and improve workplace dynamics

• To maintain the same management approach everywhere

Which cultural attitude relates to gender roles and employment norms?

• Legal distance

• Country-specific cultural attitudes

• Economic conditions

What is one way that gender roles can influence workplace behavior?

• They have no impact on the workplace

• They shape expectations around job roles and leadership opportunities

• They only affect employee benefits

How do family expectations influence employment norms in certain cultures?

• They promote flexible working hours universally

• They shape work-life balance policies and management approaches

• They increase turnover rates in multinational companies

What is polycentrism in management?

• Maintaining home-country practices everywhere

• Adapting management practices to fit local cultures

• Ignoring local cultural norms