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6. Human Resource Management
6.22 International Human Resource Management
6.22.2 Managing Expatriates
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What is the term for employees who are sent by their company to work in a different country, often for a specific period?
Expatriates
Expatriate assignments typically last for a fixed term, often one to
five
years.
Expatriates are responsible for bridging cultural
gaps
What is a key responsibility of expatriates in managing cross-cultural communication?
Maintaining compliance
Match the expatriate role with its responsibilities:
Technical Expert ↔️ Transferring specialized skills
Project Manager ↔️ Overseeing projects
Regional Supervisor ↔️ Supervising operations
Outline the stages of the expatriate selection process:
1️⃣ Identifying Needs
2️⃣ Application and Screening
3️⃣ Interviews
4️⃣ Testing and Assessment
5️⃣ Reference Checks
6️⃣ Offer and Acceptance
Expatriate interviews focus on assessing cultural adaptability and
communication skills
.
Expatriates often bring specialized
skills
What is one role that expatriates may take during their assignments?
Technical expert
Expatriates are responsible for achieving
specific
performance goals in the host country.
Outline the steps in the expatriate selection process:
1️⃣ Identifying Needs
2️⃣ Application Review
3️⃣ Interviews
4️⃣ Testing and Assessment
5️⃣ Reference Checks
6️⃣ Offer Extension
What is one type of preparation program for expatriates that aims to reduce culture shock?
Cultural training
Expatriates may receive language training to improve their communication
skills
Cultural training for expatriates includes understanding the
host country's
customs and traditions.
Cultural training reduces the risk of culture
shock
What is an example of a specific training program for expatriates being sent to Japan?
Japanese language training
Expatriates require preparation and training to succeed in their international
assignments
What is the purpose of cultural training for expatriates?
Understanding host country culture
Language training for expatriates enhances their
communication skills
.
Logistical support for expatriates helps ease their
transition
Match the training type with its description:
Cultural Training ↔️ Understanding host country culture
Language Training ↔️ Improve language skills
Logistical Support ↔️ Assist with relocation
What example is given for cultural and language training in Japan?
Japanese customs and language
Cultural training for expatriates includes understanding the
host country's
customs.
Language training for expatriates aims to improve their communication
skills
What does logistical support for expatriates assist with?
Relocation
Cultural training for expatriates reduces culture
shock
Language training for expatriates enhances their
communication
.
What benefit does logistical support provide to expatriates?
Eases transition
What is the purpose of compensation and benefits packages for expatriates?
Attract and retain qualified individuals
Expatriate packages often include additional compensation to account for higher
living costs
.
Match the compensation component with its description:
Base Salary ↔️ Core income before adjustments
Cost of Living Allowance ↔️ Adjusts for living expenses
Housing Allowance ↔️ Covers accommodation costs
What does the education allowance in an expatriate package cover?
Children’s schooling
Expatriate healthcare packages provide comprehensive health
insurance
Expatriate retirement benefits may include
employer-matched
contributions.
What are expatriates often sent to their host country to do?
Bring specialized skills
Expatriates relocate from their home country to a
host country
for a specific period.
A UK manager working in Japan for two years is an example of an
expatriate
Match the expatriate role with its responsibilities:
Technical Expert ↔️ Transferring specialized skills
Project Manager ↔️ Overseeing projects and budgets
Regional Supervisor ↔️ Supervising operations and teams
What is the primary responsibility of a technical expert in an expatriate role?
Transferring specialized skills
A project manager in an expatriate role ensures project success by managing budgets and
timelines
.
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