The development of political skill and political capital by global leaders through global assignments

Article Abstract:

Assigning of global assignments either in the form of expatriation or inpatriation to leaders may help them acquire valuable political skill and political capital. For the better understanding of the term political skill the political influence theory is used, a distinction between social capital and political capital is made and the concepts are separately understood for expatriation and inpatriation.

Science & research, Research, Executive ability

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Key factors influencing HRM practices of overseas subsidiaries in China's transition economy

Article Abstract:

Effective Human Resource Management (HRM) policies in China are the key factors to the success of western multinationals. Companies, which adapt to the dual forces of push and pull, may succeed in the Chinese market.

China, Business Personnel Management, Evaluation, Practice, Human resource management, Business success

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