About the book

A brand new text in cross-cultural management which presents the key themes and issues in managing people and organisations across national and cultural boundaries. The book offers a selective but broad view of current thinking on culture linked to management, organisation and communication. It also encourages the reader to apply theories and ideas to practice – and to relate them to their own experience – through various examples and mini-cases from the business world, and a range of practical activities. The book has been written for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying cross-cultural and international management as part of specialist international business programmes, or generic business-related qualifications.

Content:

Part I: Culture and Management

1. Determinants of Culture
2. Dimensions of Culture In Business
3. Western Business Cultures
4. Business Cultures in the East
5. Cultural Dimensions and Dilemmas
6. Cultures and Styles Of Management

Part II: Culture and Organisations

7. Culture and Corporate Structures
8. Culture and Leadership
9. Culture and Strategy
10. Cultural Changes in Organisations
11. Culture and Marketing
12. Cultural Diversity in Organisations

Part III: Culture and Communication

13. Business Communication across Cultures
14. Barriers to Intercultural Communication
15. Negotiating Internationally
16. Working with International Teams
17. Conflicts and Cultural Differences
18. Developing Intercultural Relationships