EXAMEN ENGLISH FOR INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT

What does good body language include?. Making excessive gestures. Crossing your arms. Eye contact and good posture.

What is the purpose of pauses in speech?. To create tension and emphasize points. To facilitate cognitive processing while reducing emotional engagement. To confuse the audience.

What is the main purpose of financial ratio analysis?. To diagnose a company’s financial situation. To optimize fiscal efficiency through tax planning strategies. To structure long-term financing and leverage decisions.

What does a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) greater than the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) indicate?. Neutral financial performance. Economic value is being created. Economic value is being destroyed.

What should efficient feedback reveal?. Only positive aspects. Only negative aspects. Both strengths and weaknesses.

How can you create vocal impact?. By maintaining the same tone throughout. By varying tone and volume. By reading quickly.

What does CAPEX stand for?. Capacity expansion investments linked to operational growth. Capital Expenditures. Cash equity invested.

What is a key aspect of active listening?. Interjecting frequently to steer the conversation toward your point of view. Using technical jargon. Reflecting and clarifying.

What does the “Do” phase in the PDCA cycle (related to Planning and Continuous Improvement) involve?. Revising business processes. Implementing the plan and measuring its performance. Deciding on process changes.

How does continuous improvement benefit a company?. It creates a culture of constant progress and adaptation. It eliminates the need for innovation. It reduces long-term efficiency.

What is an essential skill in negotiation?. Hold position. Emotional intelligence. Impulsiveness.

Why are clear goals essential for international decision-making?. They simplify tasks. They provide focus and reduce ambiguity. They guarantee success without effort.

What is a key factor in adapting to your audience?. Using advanced vocabulary. Speaking quickly. Knowing your audience.

Which financial statement highlights cash inflow and outflow?. Profit and loss statement. Statement of retained earnings. Cash flow statement.

What is the purpose of the closing phase?. To continue discussion for a better agreement. To explore additional concessions. To lock in and formalize agreements.

What should you avoid when being clear and concise?. Being brief. Overthink. Using jargon.

Why is silence important in negotiation?. It creates awkward moments. It disrupts the flow of discussion. It helps in listening and spotting opportunities.

What keeps a meeting productive?. Preparing and sharing an agenda beforehand. Inviting as many people as possible. Waiting five minutes so everyone can join in.

Why is planning crucial in global business?. It aligns resources and strategies with objectives. It prioritizes operational efficiency over strategic goals. It reduces the importance of goal setting.

What does a positive Net Present Value (NPV) suggest about an investment?. The investment lacks risk. The investment is viable. The investment fails to create value when discounted at the required rate.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of goal setting?. Clearer focus. Guaranteed faster achievement of all objectives. Increased motivation.

How should a speaker handle unexpected audience questions?. Adapt and respond thoughtfully. Deflect the question subtly to maintain the planned presentation flow. Reply briefly to avoid losing the thread of the conversation.

What typically happens to audience sustained attention after 7-10 minutes of starting the speech?. It starts to falter. It remains constant. It strengthens.

Why is it important to avoid round numbers in negotiation?. It seems illogical. It highlights reasoning behind figures. It confuses the other party.

What is an essential part of the preparation phase?. Avoiding previous self-knowledge. Collecting information. Relying solely on assumptions about the other party’s intentions.