Third country nationals (mark all that apply): Is a traditional option for companies May have necessary skill set Can increase the amount of conflict or rivalries due to issues and history between countries Are used when headquarters seeks more monitoring and control over a property For example, can be a U.S. citizen employed by a French company working and residing in Hawaii. Have a high failure rate for companies Can be less expensive than expatriates Which of the following factors may determine cross-cultural training needs? (mark all that apply) Importance of the assignment Length of the assignment Degree of interaction with locals Consideration of past experiences of the employee Companies invest in International Human Resources Management because it strengthens their competitive advantage. Specific advantages include (mark all that apply): The benefits of a successful international workforce are difficult to emulate. The variety of employees' backgrounds and experiences promote innovation and inventions, thus creating new business opportunities. Diversity leads to greater employee satisfaction and less turnover. Employees are less likely to violate cultural norms and values when they are exposed to people with different experiences. Organizations that employ a globally diverse workforce are better equipped to address rapid changes. Examples of training provided to expats are (mark all that apply): family and dual career issues challenge prejudices, assumptions, and attitudes safety and security skills necessary for job duties culture language