International Management: Cross–Cultural Dimensions - Softcover

Richard Mead

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0631231773 ISBN 13: 9780631231776

Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell, 2004

Synopsis

The third edition of this comprehensive introduction to cross–cultural management has been extensively revised and updated to include new material on globalization and localization, strategic management, and the knowledge company. The text has been restructured to look initially at culture as one factor influencing the structures and systems of a company, and then at how these internal arrangements influence international and strategic management. A chapter on dissertation and project writing has been added to make the text even more useful to students. Written by an author with a truly international perspective, having gained both teaching and management experience in the US, UK and Asia. Examples are drawn from a wide variety of international sources from the US, Europe and Southeast Asia. The text is also supported by a lecturer resource site at www.blackwellpublishing.com/mead featuring: password protected instructor notes on chapters – including exam questions, and downloadable PowerPoint slides

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Review:

"Richard Mead′s International Management reminds us that in the 21st century our ability to manage and lead is predicated on an awareness of the impact of cultural dynamics on institutions. He drives home the point that effective and appropriate management makes a difference to the well–being of all humankind. Mead′s presentation of concepts and practical insights are excellent and take readers beyond a superficial understanding." Allan Bird, University of Missouri–St Louis

From the Back Cover:

International Management is the most comprehensive introduction to cross–cultural management currently available. It demonstrates how cultural factors influence behavior in the boardroom and the workplace, and examines the skills needed to manage across national borders.

For the third edition, the text has been extensively revised and updated to include new material on globalization and localization, strategic management, and the knowledge company. In addition, it has been restructured to look initially at how culture affects the structures and systems of a company, and then at how these internal arrangements influence international and strategic management. An appendix on dissertation and project writing has been added to make the text even more student–friendly.

As in previous editions, the numerous examples included in the book are drawn from a wide variety of sources and are truly international, being sourced from the US, Europe, and Southeast Asia. Its clear linking of management theories and practical examples will continue to make this text popular with both students and instructors.

About this edition

• Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0631231773
• ISBN 13: 9780631231776
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 472