detailed exploratory analysis of the human resource management processes and practices in a particular country of your choice. Develop this analysis as if you were preparing a plan for a new expatriate manager taking a position within the selected country. The report should be seen as a resource to which organizations can refer to when expanding a business venture in the country of choice and sending an expatriate to work there. Particular attention should be given to the critical factors determining the success or failure of IHRM initiatives in the country selected.
Describe the culture and socio-political background of the country you selected. Be sure to include a description of the legal and governmental systems.
Describe the business environment of the selected country, including the organizational structure, industrial relations, HRM practices, and common management styles.
Identify and discuss at least three examples of practices that could be in conflict between cultures (acceptable in one culture but illegal or unethical in the other) and how you would suggest dealing with these issues.
Examine the role of training and development in the success or failure of an expatriate manager taking a position in this country and give suggestions for effective preparation for the transition.
Discuss repatriation, including your suggested strategies for supporting the successful repatriation of an expatriate manager coming from your selected country. Also discuss why it is important to consider both entry and exit for an expatriate manager.
