Question 1

A company with a strong presence in both developed and developing countries is considering its global pay strategy. Which approach would likely be most effective in attracting top talent globally while balancing pay discrepancies between high-cost and low-cost regions?

Options :

A : Offering a flat global salary for similar roles

B : Implementing region-specific salary bands based on local market data

C : Using a standardized pay grade structure with no regional adjustments

D : Basing pay entirely on home country economic conditions

Answer: B

Question 2

A company’s expatriate compensation policy includes a "hardship allowance." In which situation is this allowance typically applied?

Options :

A : To offset cost-of-living differences in high-income countries

B : For employees in positions requiring high levels of responsibility

C : For employees assigned to regions with challenging living conditions and health risks

D : To support employees transitioning to home-country assignments

Answer: C

Question 3

In which scenario would a "split-pay" approach to compensation be most advantageous for anexpatriate on a long-term assignment?

Options :

A : When the expatriate’s home and host countries have significant currency stability

B : When the expatriate wants to save in their home currency but cover expenses in the host country

C : When the host country’s currency is devalued against the home currency

D : When there is a strong international currency regulation in the host country

Answer: B

Question 4

What is one of the primary purposes of offering "development and career opportunities" as part of a global total rewards package?

Options :

A : To ensure employees have uniform career paths across all regions

B : To improve retention by offering growth opportunities tailored to individual and regional needs

C : To decrease the focus on monetary compensation as a motivating factor

D : To create a standardized skill set across the global workforce

Answer: B

Question 5

Which of the following best describes a "dual pay" approach in expatriate compensation?

Options :

A : Paying in the host-country currency only

B :

Splitting compensation between home and host-country currencies to address local expenses and maintain savings in home currency

C : Standardizing pay across all expatriates

D : Avoiding local currency use for expatriates

Answer: B

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