Managing People Internationally

Catalog description

This course will consider the critical issues necessary for effectively managing people both at home and abroad and help students understand how to effectively manage in a multicultural setting. We will discuss the critical role that culture plays in shaping the success or failure of an international organization. In addition, we will discuss how the subtle nuances of culture can lead to conflict, especially in multi-cultural teams. We will also explore critical skills for global management: problem-solving and conflict management in multicultural settings and the leadership and management of geographically dispersed teams. Finally, we will discuss the role of HR during mergers & acquisitions.