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Looking into a Mirror or through a Glass? Understanding Cultural Differences in Foreign-Funded-Enterprises in China

By Wilfried Vanhonacker,  Pan Yong
Published 01 Jan 1999
Reference 4809
Topic Leadership & Organisations
Region Asia
Length 4 page(s)
Language English
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Summary

This case focuses on cross-cultural management issues in China.

Teaching objectives

Illustrate Chinese/foreign perceptions, expectations, motivational issues etc...

Keywords
  • Cross-cultural HR management
About the authors

Wilfried Vanhonacker

Pan Yong


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