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International Management: Cross- Boundary Challenges
ISBN: 978-0-631-23342-8
November 2003
Wiley-Blackwell
492 pages
Based on almost ten years of teaching successful MBA modules in Europe, this much-needed single text provides a thorough, case-based approach to international management at all levels: the multi-national; the global; and the transnational. Combined with new European-based case examples, the theoretical coverage of the book introduces the student to the different characteristics and problems of international organization. Accessible case examples are explained in the context of key international management issues and debates.issues and debates.
* Focuses on the most crucial challenge faced by managers of multinationals today – the generation and transfer of knowledge across boundaries.
* Topics discussed include cross-national human resource management, cultural diversity, expatriation and repatriation, and ethics and social responsibility.
* Each chapter includes a real world case study and case assignments that assist the student in relating the theory to the case.
* Case studies include Kodak in China and Norsk Hydro’s Utkal Venture in Orissa, India.
* Draws upon contributors based in a diverse range of countries.
* Countries featured directly include China, Denmark, Finland, France, India, Ireland, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the USA.