This book provides a comprehensive review of both the theoretical development and empirical study of the concept of cultural intelligence. A review of previous work on cross-cultural competence provides an historical backdrop against which the two main theories of cultural intelligence are presented. These two approaches, as well as the assessments derived from them, are compared and evaluated. Issues associated with the measurement of cultural intelligence are examined in detail. An important feature of the review of the empirical work on cultural intelligence is that results are discussed in terms of the relationship of the four sub dimensions of the Cultural Intelligence Scale (CQS) and also that results using the Short Form Cultural Intelligence Scale (SFCQ) and other measures of the concept are included. The review of empirical work includes studies that cast cultural intelligence as an antecedent, as a dependent variable, and as a moderator and a mediator. Cultural intelligence at the group and organizational levels are also discussed. Finally, this review sets the stage for a discussion of appropriate future directions in the study of cultural intelligence. Scholars in organizational psychology interested in the concept of cultural intelligence will find this an essential guide.

Dieses Buch bietet einen umfassenden Überblick über die theoretische Entwicklung und empirische Untersuchung des Konzepts der kulturellen Intelligenz. Ein Überblick über frühere Arbeiten zur interkulturellen Kompetenz bildet den historischen Hintergrund, vor dem die beiden wichtigsten Theorien zur kulturellen Intelligenz vorgestellt werden. Diese beiden Ansätze sowie die aus ihnen abgeleiteten Beurteilungen werden verglichen und bewertet. Fragen im Zusammenhang mit der Messung kultureller Intelligenz werden eingehend untersucht. Ein wichtiges Merkmal des Überblicks über die empirischen Arbeiten zur kulturellen Intelligenz besteht darin, dass die Ergebnisse im Hinblick auf die Beziehung zwischen den vier Unterdimensionen der Skala der kulturellen Intelligenz (CQS) diskutiert werden und dass auch Ergebnisse unter Verwendung der Kurzform der Skala der kulturellen Intelligenz (SFCQ) und anderer Maße für das Konzept einbezogen werden. Der Überblick über die empirische Arbeit umfasst Studien, die kulturelle Intelligenz als Vorläufer, als abhängige Variable, als Moderator und als Mediator betrachten. Kulturelle Intelligenz auf Gruppen- und Organisationsebene wird ebenfalls diskutiert. Schließlich bildet dieser Überblick die Grundlage für eine Diskussion über geeignete künftige Richtungen bei der Untersuchung der kulturellen Intelligenz. Für Wissenschaftler der Organisationspsychologie, die sich für das Konzept der kulturellen Intelligenz interessieren, ist dieses Buch ein unverzichtbarer Leitfaden. 

Cross-Cultural Management: Essential Concepts introduces readers to the fundamentals of cross-cultural management by exploring the influence of culture on interpersonal interactions in organizational settings and examining the ever-increasing number of cross-cultural challenges that global managers face in today's workplace. The Fourth Edition reflects the most current thinking on the topic and includes a series of new features including: Enhanced coverage of language issues, offering strategies for improving communication in multinational companies (Ch.6) New discussions about the relationship between immigration and international management (Ch. 11) Increased emphasis on understanding the mechanisms of cross-cultural interactions Best practices for transferring knowledge across cultures (Ch.9) Expanded coverage of cross-generational considerations (Ch.11) New and updated examples, statistics, discussion questions and references. The book is complemented by a companion website featuring a range of tools and resources for lecturers, including chapter-specific PowerPoint slides, and a Microsoft Word test bank containing multiple-choice, true/false, and open-ended questions for each chapter. Suitable reading for undergraduate and postgraduate students taking Change Management courses.

The iconic minaret of Jam stands in a remote mountain valley in central Afghanistan, the finest surviving monument of the enigmatic 12th-century Ghurid dynasty. The rediscovery of the minaret half a century ago prompted renewed interest in the Ghurids, and this has intensified since their summer capital at Jam became Afghanistans first World Heritage site in 2002.Two seasons of archaeological fieldwork at Jam, the detailed analysis of satellite images and the innovative use of Google Earth have resulted in a wealth of new information about known Ghurid sites, and the identification of hundreds of previously undocumented archaeological sites across Afghanistan.Drawing inspiration from the Annales school and the concept of an archipelagic landscape, David Thomas has used this data to reassess the Ghurids and generate a more nuanced understanding of this significant Early Islamic polity.Some supplementary appendices for this title can be found at https://ses.library.usyd.edu.au/handle/2123/17842

Moving from a familiar environment to an unfamiliar one is a challenge many children face. Through the simple perspective of a child, enhanced by colorful photographic digital artwork, this book reminds readers that although some things change, some things stay the same. Children and adults alike will appreciate the idea that we can continue to love the places we've been while we learn to love the place we live in now.

Renowned international experts Peter B. Smith, Mark F. Peterson, and David C. Thomas, editors of the The Handbook of Cross-Cultural Management, have drawn together scholars in the field of management from around the world to contribute vital information from their cross-national studies to this innovative, comprehensive tome. Chapters explore links between people and organizations, providing useful cultural perspectives on the most significant topics in the field of organizational behavior-such as motivation, human resource management, and leadership -and answering many of the field's most controversial methodological questions. Key Features Presents innovative perspectives on the cultural context of organizations: In addition to straightforward coverage of structures and processes, this Handbook addresses locally distinctive, indigenous views of organizational processes from around the world and considers the interplay of climate and wealth when analyzing how organizations operate. Offers an integrated theoretical framework: At the start of each substantive section, the Editors provide context for the upcoming chapters by discussing how prevalent cultures in different parts of the world place emphasis on particular aspects of organizational processes and outcomes. Boasts a global group of contributing scholars: This Handbook features contributing authors from around the world who represent an outstanding mix of respected, long-standing scholars in cross-cultural management as well as newer names already impacting the literature. Provides an authoritative agenda for the future development of the field: All chapters conclude with a list of promising avenues for further research and afocus on issues that remain unresolved.

Intended AudienceThis Handbook is an ideal resource for researchers, instructors, professionals, and graduate students in fields of business, management, and psychology.

Rapid changes in management worldwide have clearly challenged the ability of academics to make courses in international management relevant. One of the best ways to enrich courses is to supplement textbook material with recent articles and case studies.

Readings and Cases in International Management: A Cross-Cultural Perspective is a compilation of contemporary readings and case studies that focus on managing global organizations. Intended as a companion to editor David C. Thomas' Essentials of International Management: A Cross-Cultural Perspective (SAGE, 2001), great care has been taken to select readings that do not duplicate, but supplement, material typically contained in texts on this topic. The readings and cases in this book are organized around three major themes: the basis for understanding the influence of culture on international management, the key roles that international managers play, and the important challenges that these managers face.

Designed to represent a broad geographic scope, this integrative volume includes

• An explanation of how culture influences individual managers
• Methods to systematically describe cultural differences
• Fundamental principles that influence cross-cultural interactions
• An examination of managers as communicators, negotiators, change agents, and organization builders
• Procedures for designing effective organizational structures

Readings and Cases in International Management: A Cross-Cultural Perspective presents ways to maximize the positive effects of cultural diversity while minimizing the negative consequences. An index of key terms, teaching notes, and a quick reference guide are provided to facilitate learning.

Developed as a supplement for advanced international management texts, this is also an excellent primary text for courses in organizational behavior, management, and international business.