As the HR manager at Johnson Manufacturing, Derek is responsible for deciding which selection tools ...

As the HR manager at Johnson Manufacturing, Derek is responsible for deciding which selection tools are most appropriate. When deciding on a specific selection tool, Derek should most likely consider all of the following factors EXCEPT the tool's ________
 
  A) return on investment
  B) adverse impact
  C) persistence
  D) usability

Question 2

Each of the following has contributed to the rapid integration of world economies except ________.
 
  A) the growth of emerging market countries
  B) the increase in trade barriers
  C) advances in information technology
  D) the liberalization of markets

Question 3

Using a concentrated configuration, an MNE performs value activities in different countries.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 4

To assess market industry potential, a company planning to internationalize should do which of the following?
 
  A) take action to eliminate deficiencies in the firm
  B) determine the most desirable attributes in foreign business partners
  C) develop a 3- to 5-year forecast of industry sales for each target market
  D) determine how products or services may need to be adapted for each market

Question 5

Licenses are often given to companies owned in whole or in part by the licensor.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 6

A manager who wished to learn about country risk in a host country would most likely consult which of the following?
 
  A) analysis records of competitor firms
  B) employees working in the host country
  C) host country nationals working abroad
  D) employees working in the parent country

Question 7

The functional structure is ideal when the company faces complex and changing environments.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 8

A(n) ________ is a multi-day simulation in which candidates perform realistic tasks in hypothetical situations and are scored on their performance.
 
  A) work sampling event
  B) situational judgment test
  C) management assessment center
  D) applicant personality test