Question 1

As a profile of a twenty-first century country manager, _________________ is a team player with profit and loss responsibility for a small- to medium-sized
Country. Team-manship is key here.

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

All of the following are disadvantages or drawbacks of the matrix structure of organizing EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The statement "managers think globally and act locally" is actually a potential advantage of the matrix structure, as it allows for a more diverse and adaptable perspective. The other options listed are all considered drawbacks of the matrix structure.

Question 3

The networked global organization is sometimes referred to as _____________________.

Accepted Answer

The term "transnational" refers to organizations that operate in multiple countries and have a global network. It emphasizes the interconnectedness and interdependence of different national economies and cultures, as well as the need for cross-border collaboration and coordination. "International" and "multinational" are more limited in scope and do not capture the full range of activities and relationships that characterize a networked global organization. "Local-national" and "quasi-national" are not commonly used terms in this context.

Question 4

All of the following are benefits of the global product division structure EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The global product division structure may lead to duplication of effort and challenges in communication and coordination among the various product divisions, thus the statement in option E is not a benefit of this structure. The other options (A, B, C, and D) are all benefits of the global product division structure.

Question 5

All of the following are problems with country-based subsidiaries EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Local market conditions go unnoticed is not typically a problem with country-based subsidiaries, as these subsidiaries are often established to better understand and respond to local market conditions.

Question 6

Asea Brown Boveri (ABB), the Swiss-Swedish engineering company is an example of ______________________.

Accepted Answer

ABB operates in more than 100 countries worldwide, making it a prime example of a global networking company.

Question 7

As a profile of a twenty-first century country manager, _________________ is in charge of large and/or strategic markets. Prime responsibilities include handling
Government relations and integrating acquisitions and strategic alliances.

Accepted Answer

A country manager who is responsible for handling government relations would be best described as an ambassador. The other options do not specifically relate to managing relationships with governments or integrating acquisitions and strategic alliances.

Question 8

All of the following are profiles that are suggested for the twenty-first century country manager EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

The primary advantages of the matrix structure for organizing is that they represent the growing complexities of the global market arena and:

Accepted Answer

The matrix structure fosters team spirit and cooperation among managers by bringing together individuals from different departments to work towards a common goal. This collaboration helps to break down silos and encourages cross-functional communication, which is often necessary to meet the demands of a complex global market. The other options do not fully capture the advantages of the matrix structure.

Question 10

Which of the following areas are very difficult for a global product division to accomplish (therefore, this area is a shortcoming)?

Accepted Answer

The global product division structure often struggles with easy communication and coordination among various product divisions without duplication of effort. This is because each product division may operate across multiple countries, leading to complexities in coordination and potential for duplicated efforts across regions.

Question 11

In the area of global branding strategies, the following options are used EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the area of global branding strategies,...

Question 12

With respect to regional structures, a recent survey found that all of the following roles were performed EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The survey found that regional structures perform the roles of scouting, strategic simulation, signaling commitment, and pooling resources. However, the role of liberating was not found to be performed by regional structures.

Question 13

Which of the following would be considered a disadvantage or drawback of the matrix structure of organizing?

Accepted Answer

The matrix structure can result in duplicated efforts and confusion due to the presence of multiple reporting relationships and overlapping responsibilities.

Question 14

The __________________ model is an attempt to reconcile the tension between the need for local responsiveness and the wish to be an integrated whole.

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

The _________________ structure of organization explicitly recognizes the multidimensional nature of global strategic decision making.

Accepted Answer

The matrix structure of organization explicitly recognizes the multidimensional nature of global strategic decision making. This structure combines functional and regional or product-based forms of organization, allowing for flexibility and coordination in a global context. Therefore, the best choice is option E, matrix.

Question 16

If a high-tech company organizes itself by breaking into business networks, radio communications, public telecommunications, components, and microwave systems,
Which of the following organizational structures would probably be in use?

Accepted Answer

The company is organized by specific product lines or divisions, such as business networks and radio communications, which aligns with a global product division structure.

Question 17

The __________________ is one solution that has been suggested to cope with the shortcomings associated with the classical hierarchical organization structures.

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

All of the following are considered to advantages of the matrix structure of organizing EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The matrix structure can potentially duplicate efforts because there may be multiple managers overseeing the same project or task. However, the other choices are advantages of the matrix structure.

Question 19

As a profile of a twenty-first century country manager, _________________ establishes a beachhead in a new market or heads a recently acquired local distributor.
They should have an entrepreneurial spirit.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

As a profile of a twenty-first century country manager, _________________ develops local markets. They are entrepreneurs who are willing to be part of regional
Global strategy teams.

Accepted Answer

The profile describes a country manager who is an entrepreneur and willing to be part of regional global strategy teams, indicating that they are actively involved in building and developing local markets. Hence, the best choice is C - the builder. The other options do not accurately capture the entrepreneurial and market-building aspects of the profile.

Quiz 17: Planning, Organization, and Control of Global Marketing Operations

As a profile of a twenty-first century country manager, _________________ is a team player with profit and loss responsibility for a small- to medium-sized Country. Team-manship is key here.

All of the following are disadvantages or drawbacks of the matrix structure of organizing EXCEPT:

The networked global organization is sometimes referred to as _____________________.

All of the following are benefits of the global product division structure EXCEPT:

All of the following are problems with country-based subsidiaries EXCEPT:

Asea Brown Boveri (ABB) , the Swiss-Swedish engineering company is an example of ______________________.

As a profile of a twenty-first century country manager, _________________ is in charge of large and/or strategic markets. Prime responsibilities include handling Government relations and integrating acquisitions and strategic alliances.

All of the following are profiles that are suggested for the twenty-first century country manager EXCEPT:

The primary advantages of the matrix structure for organizing is that they represent the growing complexities of the global market arena and:

Which of the following areas are very difficult for a global product division to accomplish (therefore, this area is a shortcoming) ?