Synopsis

Management theory related to varying cultures. The multinational business enterprise and the significance of cross-cultural variables 

in the business environment. Topics covered include ethics and social responsibilities; strategic mindsets, control and conflict; 

industrial relations, new forms of international work and organisation and their management implications.

Objectives

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:
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• assess the application of management theory to various global cultures

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• explain the complex challenges of the multinational business enterprise at the interpersonal and operational levels

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• compare a range of cross-cultural variables in the business environment

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• apply theory to cross cultural scenarios

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• critically assess the strengths and weaknesses of national culture assessment tools.