Globalization of the Economy and the Organization The global economy International trade Multinational organizations Economic interdependence

Dynamics of Culture Culture shock Cultural convergence Cultural divergence

Hofstede’s Dimensions of Culture IndividualisticCollectivist Low power distance High power distance Low uncertainty avoidance High uncertainty avoidance Achieving Nurturing

Manufacturing & Globalization Raw Materials Manufacturing & Assembly Distribution

International Divisional Structure

Global Structure

Global Matrix Region 1Region 2 Headquarters Product Group A Product Group B Foreign Subsidiary

Organizational Behavior & Globalization Individual processes –Perception and attitudes –Learning and motivation Group processes –Leadership –Communication

Globalization & Management Understand the business environment from a global perspective Learn the country’s culture Interact with foreign colleagues as equals

A Synopsis of Organizational Behavior Environ- ment Individual Processes Group Processes Strategy Structure Culture

Continuing Issues Importance of learning and knowledge Impact of technology Managing the remote work force