Discussion Questions And Evaluation
1. A. List Hofstede's six dimensions of cultural differences that affect work attitudes.
B. Describe each of Hofstede's six dimensions.
2. Using the dimensions you outlined above, describe the United States.
3. A. Define diversity.
B. List and describe the six primary sources of diversity in the U.S. workforce
4. A. What are at least three potential benefits of diversity? Discuss these.
B. What are at least three potential problems of diversity? Discuss these.
5. A. Define the glass ceiling.
B. What is the reality of the glass ceiling?
C. What would it take to change this reality?
6. A. List and describe at least three ethical challenges encountered in organizations?
B. Discuss how these ethical challenges have impacted American society?
7. A. What is distributive justice?
B. What is procedural justice?
C. Describe the differences between distributive and procedural justice.
8. A. Why do employees fear technological innovations? Discuss and give several examples.
B. How can managers help employees to adjust to technological innovations? Give several examples.
1. What effects will the globalization of business have on a company's culture? How can an organization with a strong "made in America" identity compete in the global marketplace?
2. Why is diversity such an important issue? Is the workforce more diverse today than in the past?
3. How does a manager strike a balance between encouraging employees to celebrate their own cultures and forming a single unified culture within the organization?
Remember that these are essay, not short answer, questions. Use complete sentences and answer the questions. To earn points, put some thought into your responses.
a. How can managers be encouraged to develop global thinking?
b. Why do you think some companies encourage alternative work arrangements?
c. Are legal requirements and ethical standards synonymous?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.