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RESEARCH FOCUS  -  INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT

Introduction

This Research Focus topic is concerned with understanding the similarities and differences encountered when working with other nations. This Research Focus topic is applicable for any organisation, or project, that has a significant involvement with organisations from different nations. The topic is also useful for organisations, or projects, which use a high proportion of foreign resources.

There is a need to understand how well organisations from different nations are likely to work with each other. There is also a need to identify any differences in the ways organisations from various nations work.  This Research Focus topic provides guidance and information on identifying and resolving any differences that may be encountered.

With the continuing moves towards free trade between nations, such as within the European Union, there is a greater incentive for organisations from different nations to work together. The current trend towards the merging of large international organisations also provides opportunities for different nations to work collaboratively in the new organisations.

When organisations from different countries work together, the best parts of the nations and their organisations can be used to achieve success. However, care needs to be taken to ensure that the participants work together in harmony.

Organisations considering becoming involved with other nations should take advice on the most significant issues relating to the nations and the way they work, as early as possible. Migrators can provide consultancy, advice and, research in these areas, some of which are described below.

Additional information is also available on this Research Focus topic, these areas include:

Area

Description

Assessment

Understanding the different ways nations work

Communications

Selecting and using appropriate communications tools and methods

Co-ordination

Co-ordinating and managing remote locations

Culture

Understanding cultural differences between nations

Language

Transmitting and understanding messages

Meetings Ensuring meetings are conducted properly
Resources

Selecting and managing resources involved

Training

Training and methods of obtaining international skills

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