The Blackwell Handbook of Global Management: A Guide to Managing Complexity (Blackwell Handbooks in Management) [Hardcover]

Henry W. Lane (Editor), Martha Maznevski (Editor), Mark E. Mendenhall (Editor), Jeanne McNett (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0631231935 | ISBN-13: 978-0631231936 | Publication Date: February 23, 2004 | Edition: 1

This book provides an overview of current approaches and research in the field of international organizations with a focus on implementation issues in a globalized context.

• Written by a team of recognized leaders in the field, associated with the growing and influential International Organizations Network (ION).
  
• Covers topical issues such as managing virtual teams and globalization.
  
• Makes a cohesive statement about the field of international organizations.
  
• Is written with a focus on implementation issues.
  
• Offers a solid contribution to the closing of the gap between researchers and practitioners.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"At no time in the world's history have we been more in need of global understanding than today. Lane, Maznevski, Mendenhall, and McNett have brought together some of the most up-to-date scholarship on globalization and global management to help guide us through the complexity of the opening years of the twenty-first century. Read it, it is well worth your time." Professor Nancy Adler, McGill University, Canada

"The wealth of knowledge represented in this book is simply breathtaking...This handbook is very likely going to stand the test of times and will be a major resource on global management for many years to come." Maximilian Von Zedtwitz, R&D Management 2005

“The handbook brings together significant discussions on key elements of global management, providing an excellent resource for executives, students and scholars.” Helen de Cieri, Journal of International Business Studies

“Researchers, trainers, and students of global management will all find value in this book"International Journal of Intercultural Relations

“The approach taken by this book is original…the editors and contributors deserve kudos for their ambitious and worthwhile contribution. It is unlike any other book on the topic that I am aware of. It is well worth your time to pursue it for its intellectual as well as pedagogical riches.” International Journal of Intercultural Relations

Book Description

This is a benchmark overview of current approaches and research in the study of international management and organizations, with a focus on implementation issues in a globalized context.The volume is structured into sections covering the global context, global competencies, teaming and leading, executing strategic initiatives globally, and special issues in developing and transitioning economies. These sections are framed and contextualized by an introduction and conclusion from the editors. Topical subjects covered include developing a global mindset, managing global virtual teams, knowledge management in multinationals, and the effects of globalization.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 504 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (February 23, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0631231935
• ISBN-13: 978-0631231936
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.8 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,822,034 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)