During the pre-move orientation and training phase, providing the expatriate with ________ would be insufficient.
A) immersion in the language
B) a cultural "dummies" guide and a basis phrasebook
C) an understanding of cultural dos and don'ts
D) continuing employee development

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B) The pre-move orientation needs to ensure that the expatriate understands cultural dos and don'ts and is immersed in the language. Obviously, giving an expatriate a cultural "dummies" guide and a basic phrasebook for speaking the language is not enough. Continuing employee development, in which the employee's global skills are fitted into career planning and corporate development programs, makes the eventual transition to the host home country less disruptive.

During the Pre-Move Orientation and Training Phase, Providing the Expatriate