This book provides an overview of current approaches and research in the field of international organizations with a focus on implementation issues in a globalized context.
- Written by a team of recognized leaders in the field, associated with the growing and influential International Organizations Network (ION).
- Covers topical issues such as managing virtual teams and globalization.
- Makes a cohesive statement about the field of international organizations.
- Is written with a focus on implementation issues.
- Offers a solid contribution to the closing of the gap between researchers and practitioners.
List of Figures.
List on the Contributors.
Preface.
Introducing ION: The International Organization Network.
How ION Works.
Blackwell Handbook of Global Management: A Guide to Managing Global Complexity: The Process.
Part I: Introduction: Understanding People and Context:.
1. Globalization: Hercules Meets Buddha: Henry W. Lane, Martha L. Maznevski, Mark Mendenhall.
2. People in Global Organizations: Culture, Personality and Social.
Dynamics - Mary Yoko Brannen, Carolina Gomez, Mark F. Peterson, Laurence Romani, Lilach Sagiv.
Part II: Global Competencies:.
3. Global Competencies: An Introduction: Alan Bird, Joyce S. Osland.
4. The Crucial Yet Illusive Global Mindset: Nakiye Boyacigiller, Schon Beechler, Sully Taylor, Orly Levy.
5. Interpersonal Skills:.
Part A. Mindful Communication: David C. Thomas, Joyce S. Osland.
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