1 What are the main elements of culture? 2 Explain the essential aspects of national culture. How can they change over time? 3 What is 'cultural distance', and how does it affect the MNE? 4 What are the differences between a 'high-context' and 'low-context' language? Why do these differences matter in business negotiations? 5 What are the divergent currents in predominantly Muslim societies? 6 What has been the impact of Confucianism on firms in Asia, including their organizations and ways of doing business? 7 What are the essential cultural dimensions described by Hofstede in his research? 8 How do the rankings of national culture produced by Hofstede shed light on international management practices in different locations? 9 List the main elements of organizational culture. Why is 'culture clash' a common problem in mergers between large companies? 10 What is Taylorist scientific management? In what ways is it continuing to be influential? 11 What are the challenges posed by ageing populations in developed and developing countries, from government and business perspectives? 12 Why has international migration become an increasingly important social issue? 13 What ethical issues arise for migrant workers who travel to other countries for work? 14 What are the problems associated with urbanization, and why have they become most acute in developing countries? 15 Why are social protection provisions necessary in achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs)?