The International Journal of Organizational Analysis 1997, Vol. 5, No. 2 (April), pp. 156-179 GAINING A PERSPECTIVE ON INDIAN VALUE ORIENTATIONS: IMPLICATIONS FOR EXPATRIATE MANAGERS Suresh Gopalan Joan B. Rivera West Texas A&M University India's emergence in the international business arena presents challenges to Western-trained expatriate managers assigned there. These expatriates are familiar with management theories and practices based on value orientations very different from those in
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Variations In Human Resource Management Based On Cultural Dimensions Tyrone Kelly Saint Leo University We recognize that we exist in a global economy. Advances in telecommunications and Internet technology have literally placed connectivity with the world at our fingertips. This evolution is a catalyst for people of various nations who would not ordinarily interact, to collaborate, work much closer, more intimately and more frequently than ever before. This is a very stimulating time, yet it
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in Pakistani work setting. Based on the review of literature it has been observed that perceived organizational justice (procedural, distributive & interactional justice) is an important antecedent of OCB. This study intends to extend the previous research by assessing the validity of social exchange theory within Pakistan where norms of reciprocity (social exchange ideology) may play a lesser role in social exchange relationships. The primary objective of the study will be to compare the influence
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International Business MBAE Group Assignment 5/23/2013 Submitted By: Tamima Shan Chowdhury, ID: 0712270987 Table of Contents Contents | Pg No. | Introduction | 4 | Part A: Importance of SWOT | 5 | Part B: Importance of Stakeholders | 7 | Part C: Importance of PESTLE Analysis | 8 | Part D: Modes of Entry | 9 | Part E: Importance of Cultural Implication | 11 | Part F: International Human Resource Strategy (IHRS) | 15 | Conclusion and Justification | 20 | List of References
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The Two Faces of Uncertainty Avoidance: Attachment and Adaptation David S. Baker and Kerry D. Carson University of Louisiana at Lafayette ABSTRACT The authors used a sample of 155 field sales personnel from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand to examine attachment and adaptation as two ways of addressing individual uncertainty avoidance. Results suggest that both attachment and adaptation are used to reduce uncertainty avoidance in the workplace. Individuals low
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practiced at work as well as communication carried out amongst employees. Thus it is important for managers and employees in a work environment to understand the importance of it to have a mutual synchronization while performing their job. The research we have conducted for our analysis is based on an Irish multinational executive search firm called Practice Groups where three Indian employees were interviewed who facilitated in contributing to this study. The company specializes in providing recruitment
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distribution. CCM International Journal of 2005 Vol 5(1): 49–66 Cross Cultural Management A Cross Cultural Perspective on Perceived Leadership Effectiveness Jun Yan California State University, USA James G. (Jerry) Hunt Institute for Leadership Research, Texas Tech University, USA ABSTRACT We propose a theoretical model to explain how societal/cultural settings may influence the leadership perception processes of followers and the ways perceived leadership effectiveness can be achieved. We adopt
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management, international marketing, international negotiation, and consumer behavior. Seven themes are suggested as guidelines for further research: Cultural impacts of markets, international versus domestic business communication, standardization versus adaptation in cross-cultural communication; cross-cultural dimensions of business communication research, cross-cultural aspects of the business communication mix (advertising, promotion, sales, public relations, trade shows, and commercials), cross-cultural
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“Personal Portfolio Assignment” February, 2013 A. Brief Introduction highlighting your strength and support overseas assignment In order to select the right candidate for the position, the hiring manager has to assess whether the candidate has the proper skills and personality to build a successful telecommunication sector overseas. I am here to tell you that I am the candidate for the job. I have over 6 years of experience in high profile positions
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Empowerment is a concept which is commonly used in management in various organizations. According to Ongori (2009), employee empowerment have benefited many organizations through managing and taking care especially enhancing employee commitment and reducing employee turnover. As the case of the Regency Grand Hotel, the new management introduced the empowerment practice while at the same time expecting the employees to go beyond guidelines and standards to consider guest needs on a case to case basis
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