Global Executive Leadership In Cross-Cultural Management

Global executive leadership Cross-cultural management

Your final research paper will be based on a topic of your choice related to an aspect of cross-cultural management examined in this course (see list provided). First, you will choose a company that is involved in global cross-cultural management. This assignment requires that you explore a key aspect of cross-cultural management, and prepare a substantive outline detailing the program that you intend to design, develop, implement, and maintain for the benefit of the organization identified. Examples could be cultural training for expatriate employees; diversity training for employees; global leadership, etc. Conduct your academic research in the APUS Library, and you may also use the readings assigned in the class to supplement your research.

Prepare an outline with bullet points of the topics, subtopics, theories, and concepts that you plan to ultimately cover in your research paper. Please pick a research topic below. Global executive leadership Cross-cultural management Global team development Operating in a global environment Leadership conflict resolution in a global context International culture Inter-cultural communication practices International ethics and corporate strategies Global HR strategies for a 21st century workplace.

Paper For Above instruction

Outline for Research Paper on Global Executive Leadership in Cross-Cultural Management

I. Introduction

  • Definition of global executive leadership
  • Importance of cross-cultural management in global organizations
  • Purpose and scope of the research paper

II. Theoretical Foundations

  • Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions Theory
  • GLOBE Study Framework
  • Hall’s Cultural Context Theory
  • Transformational Leadership in Cross-Cultural Settings

III. Key Aspects of Global Executive Leadership

  • Multicultural competency and cultural intelligence
  • Leadership adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making across cultural boundaries
  • Communication styles and preferences

IV. Challenges in Cross-Cultural Leadership

  • Cultural misunderstandings and misinterpretations
  • Power distance and authority issues
  • Managing virtual and dispersed teams
  • Ethical considerations and cultural values

V. Program Development: Designing a Cross-Cultural Leadership Initiative

  • Needs assessment and organizational culture analysis
  • Curriculum development: cultural awareness and leadership skills
  • Training methodologies: workshops, e-learning, simulations
  • Implementing mentoring and coaching programs

VI. Program Implementation Strategies

  • Securing executive buy-in and stakeholder engagement
  • Customization to local cultural contexts
  • Evaluation and feedback mechanisms
  • Continuous improvement and sustainability

VII. Case Studies and Best Practices

  • Successful global companies and leadership programs
  • Lessons learned from failures or challenges
  • Innovative approaches to cross-cultural leadership development

VIII. Conclusion

  • Summary of key points
  • Implications for global organizations
  • Recommendations for future research and practice

IX. References

  • Include at least 10 credible sources (books, peer-reviewed articles, credible websites) formatted appropriately.

References

  • Ang, S., Van Dyne, L., & Dyne, L. V. (2015). Handbook of cultural intelligence: Theory, measurement, and applications. Routledge.
  • House, R. J., Hanges, P. J., Javidan, M., Dorfman, P. W., & Gupta, V. (2004). Culture, Leadership, and Organizations: The GLOBE Study of 62 Societies. Sage Publications.
  • Hofstede, G. (2001). Culture's Consequences: Comparing Values, Behaviors, Institutions, and Organizations across Nations. Sage Publications.
  • Livermore, D. (2015). Leading with Cultural Intelligence: The Real Secret to Success. AMACOM.
  • Mendenhall, M. E., Reiche, B. S., Bird, A., & Osland, J. S. (2017). Managing Cultural Differences. Routledge.
  • Rockstuhl, T., Seiler, S., Ang, S., Van Dyne, L., & Annen, H. (2011). Beyond general intelligence (IQ) and emotional intelligence (EQ): The role of cultural intelligence (CQ) in cross-border leadership effectiveness. Journal of Social Issues, 67(4), 825-840.
  • Thomas, D. C., & Inkson, K. (2009). Cultural intelligence: Living and working globally. Berrett-Koehler Publishers.
  • Kirkman, B. L., Lowe, K. B., & Gibson, C. B. (2016). A Quarter Century of Culture's Consequences: A Review of Empirical Research Incorporating Hofstede's Cultural Values Framework. Journal of International Business Studies, 47(3), 365-376.
  • Luu, T., & Kulkarni, A. (2015). Cross-cultural leadership and management. Journal of International Business Research, 14(2), 131-146.
  • Maitland, M., & Thomson, P. (2017). The importance of cultural intelligence in global leadership. Leadership & Organization Development Journal, 38(7), 819-835.

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