GPHR GPHR Global Workplace Culture Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which cultural dimension, identified by Geert Hofstede, measures the degree to which less powerful members of organizations accept that power is distributed unequally?

Accepted Answer

Power Distance Index

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Individualism vs. Collectivism

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Uncertainty Avoidance

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Long-Term Orientation

Question 2

A multinational company is expanding into a high-context culture country. Which communication approach should the HR team prioritize?

Accepted Answer

Relationship-building and understanding implied meanings in communication

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Direct, explicit written policies with detailed instructions

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Standardized email templates for all global offices

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Mandatory English-only communication policies

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of conducting a cultural audit in a global organization?

Accepted Answer

To assess alignment between organizational values and local cultural practices

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To eliminate cultural differences across subsidiaries

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To enforce headquarters' culture on all global offices

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To reduce the number of cultural training programs needed

Question 4

Which approach best describes ethnocentric staffing in a multinational corporation?

Accepted Answer

Filling key management positions with parent-country nationals

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Hiring the best candidates regardless of nationality for key positions

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Filling key management positions with host-country nationals

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Using a mix of parent, host, and third-country nationals

Question 5

When managing a culturally diverse global team, which conflict resolution strategy is most effective in collectivist cultures?

Accepted Answer

Mediation through a respected third party to preserve group harmony

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Direct confrontation in team meetings to resolve issues quickly

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Written formal complaints submitted to HR

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Public voting on disputed decisions

Question 6

What does the concept of 'cultural intelligence' (CQ) primarily measure in a global HR context?

Accepted Answer

The ability to function effectively across different cultural contexts

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An individual's IQ score adjusted for cultural background

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The number of languages an employee speaks

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Knowledge of international employment laws