Week 2 test:
11. In what ways do different ideologies and political systems influence the environment in which MNCs operate? Would these challenges be less for those operating in the EU than those in Russia or China?Your response should be at least 200 words in length
12. If a high tech firm wanted to set up operations in Iran, what steps might it take to ensure that the subsidiary would not be expropriated? Identify and describe three strategies that would be particularly helpful. How might proactive political strategies help protect firms from future changes in the political environment?(Your response should be at least 200 words in length)
Week 3 test:
13.What are some categories of cultural differences that help make one country or region of the world different from another? In each case, describe the value or norm, and explain how it would result in different behavior in two or more countries. If you like, use the countries in this chapter as your point of reference.(Your response should be at least 200 words in length.)
14.How did project GLOBE build on and extend Hofstede’s analysis? What unique contributions are associated with project GLOBE?(Your response should be at least 200 words in length.)