Multicultural teams can be extremely effective when managed properly. See Table 5-1. Using a real life example (or be creative), please explain 2 incidents that demonstrate how the disadvantages of multicultural teams have (or could) impact your organization.

table 5-1:

FIGURE 5-1 Importance of Cultural Diversity

High

Importance of Global Cultural Diversity

Low

Domestic Firms

Multidomestic Firms

Multinational Firms

Global Firms