In a globalised world that sees organisations having to continually adapt, prepare a report that identifies some of the key issues in understanding cultural difference, which may affect leadership and motivation, communications and negotiating, decision making and organisational relationships in the effective management of cross-cultural teams. You should demonstrate a basic level of best practice academic theory and must draw upon relevant theory, concepts and models and appropriate organisational/national examples with the focus on the following lessons: Global business environment, Cross-cultural management and leadership theories, National culture, language and communication, Managing Strategy across the Borders. Evident consideration of macro and micro-environments with application of PESTLE and PORTERS 5 Forces applicable to chosen industry and geographical location. Understanding the bases to global integration (structure, production, marketing) and how this drive adaptation of the business. You should also apply the cultural frameworks such as Hofstede, Trompenaars, Collectivist and Individualistic Societies etc. in their analysis and application to real-world examples. Draw effective conclusions on what are the main differences that can cause the challenges when comes to cross-cultural management, leadership and decision making in global organisations.

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 In a globalised world that sees organisations having to continually adapt, prepare a report that identifies some of the key issues in understanding cultural difference, which may affect leadership and motivation, communications and negotiating, decision making and organisational relationships in the effective management of cross-cultural teams.

You should demonstrate a basic level of best practice academic theory and must draw upon relevant theory, concepts and models and appropriate organisational/national examples with the focus on the following lessons: Global business environment, Cross-cultural management and leadership theories, National culture, language and communication, Managing Strategy across the Borders.

  • Evident consideration of macro and micro-environments with application of PESTLE and PORTERS 5 Forces applicable to chosen industry and geographical location.
  • Understanding the bases to global integration (structure, production, marketing) and how this drive adaptation of the business.
  • You should also apply the cultural frameworks such as Hofstede, Trompenaars, Collectivist and Individualistic Societies etc. in their analysis and application to real-world examples.
  • Draw effective conclusions on what are the main differences that can cause the challenges when comes to cross-cultural management, leadership and decision making in global organisations.
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