1.
What are the pros and cons of using expatriates instead of relying on local
employees?
2.
Which criteria are most commonly used to evaluate candidates, and which
should be used more often?
3.
Evaluate the recent trend for the increasing use of shortterm assignments.
Why are these becoming more common? Is this trend beneficial to most firms, or
is it likely to cause additional challenges?
4.
Discuss the costs and benefits of crosscultural training. After considering the
evidence for and against, do you feel that crosscultural training is a worthwhile
investment of time and money? Support your answer.
5.
Where does the repatriation process often fall short? Describe specific
challenges associated with repatriation after a foreign assignment, and ways in
which the corporation could better assist their employee with this process. Some
argue that awareness of one’s own culture can ease the transition into a new
culture. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Provide clear examples to
support your answer.
