InternationalHumanResourceManagement幻灯片.ppt

Repatriation of expats Repatriation is the process of returning home at the end of an overseas assignment. Managers are repatriated for a number of reasons. The most common one is that the predetermined time assignment is completed. Another reason is the desire to have their children educated in the home country Finally, as in any position, if a manager has performed poorly, the MNE may decide to put someone else in the position. Training and development Training is the process of altering employee behaviours and attitudes in a way that increases the probability of goal attainment. Managerial development is the process by which managers obtain the necessary skills, experiences, and attitudes they need to become or remain successful leaders. Training programs are designed to provide those who are going overseas with information and experience related to local customs, cultures, and work habits, thus helping them interact and work more effectively with local employees Types of training MNEs use several types of training and development programs. These can be grouped into two general categories: standardized and tailor-made Standardized training programs are generic and can be used with managers anywhere in the world. Examples include programs for improving quantitative analysis or technical skills that can be used universally Types of training Tailor-made training programs are designed to meet the specific needs of participants and typically include a large amount of culturally based input. These programs are more commonly developed by large MNEs and by multinationals that need a working knowledge of the local country’s beliefs, norms, attitudes, and work values. Challenges to Cross-cultural management Cross-cultural management challenges include: Direct versus indirect communication Differing attitudes towards hierarchy Conflicting norms for decision making Problems with accents and fluency STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND IHRM STRATEGIES A number of HRM strategies are cu