cross-national transfer of employment practices in multinationals Abstract This paper argues for the systematic incorporation of power and interests into analysis of the cross-border transfer of practices within multinational companies (MNCs). Using a broadly Lukesian perspective on power it is argued that the transfer of practices involves different kinds of power capabilities through which MNC actors influence their institutional environment both at the ‘macro-level’ of host institutions
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A term that means the assigning of staff to fill scheduled positions. Correct answer: Staffing A budget that generally deals with actual short term revenues and expenses necessary to operate the facility. Correct answer: Operating budget The proportion of revenues realized from different types of payers. A measure often included in the profile of a healthcare organization. Correct answer: Payer mix Making choices among available alternatives. Correct
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International Conference on Applied Economics – ICOAE 2008 679 A Study of Relationship between Organizational Culture and Leadership Farough Amin Mozaffari1 Abstract This research suggests that there is a lack of congruence between the Iranian Institutes of Higher Education culture and the faculties desired culture. This conclusion is based on empirical data that indicate that faculties believe that they operate on a day-to day basis in a profession whose culture is characterized by an overarching
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Configurations of Strategy and Structure in Subsidiaries of Multinational Corporations Author(s): Julian M. Birkinshaw and Allen J. Morrison Source: Journal of International Business Studies‚ Vol. 26‚ No. 4 (4th Qtr.‚ 1995)‚ pp. 729-753 Published by: Palgrave Macmillan Journals Stable URL: http://www.jstor.org/stable/155297 . Accessed: 06/04/2013 06:34 Your use of the JSTOR archive indicates your acceptance of the Terms & Conditions of Use‚ available at . http://www.jstor.org/page/info/about/policies/terms
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et. al. (2003): MNC knowledge transfer‚ subsidiary absorptive capacity‚ and HRM (article 2) 5 Mudambi (2002): Knowledge management in multinational firms (article 3) 6 Foss & Pedersen (2002): Transferring knowledge in MNC’s: The role of sources of subsidiary knowledge and organizational context (article 4) 7 Gupta & Govindarajan (2000): Knowledge flows within multinational corporations (article 5) 7 Knowledge sharing within MNCs’ 8 Articles 2 & 3 – analysis and comparison 8 Article 5 – analysis
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Chapter I Introduction Defense of the Ancients (most commonly known as DotA) is one of the hottest and most popular games in the world of video games. But first‚ what is DotA? For starters‚ DotA is an extension map of the game Warcraft III: Frozen Throne. It has gained international fame among young people‚ especially here in our country. But is it more than just a map? Is it more than just a game for weekends? Is it really just for entertainment and amusement? Or is it something more
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Kristin Colgan Dr. Andy Hornett BA 3103 MWF 9am October 30‚ 2014 Critical Analysis Paper on Pier 1 Imports Pier 1 Imports has earned a place as one of the leading competitors in the home furnishing industry with a focus on their brick-and-mortar storefronts. Alex Smith‚ CEO‚ believes that shopping for home furnishings is a visual impulse buy and has concentrated on creating an in-store experience for customers with bold‚ colored textiles and tableware. Pier 1 excels in its strategy as a niche differentiator
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Apple Inc. Examining The Heart of A Multinational Company Apple Inc. previously known as Apple Computer Inc. was founded in 1976. The American Multinational Corporation is known for dominating the technology industry with market savvy products. Apple’s success is attributed to the company’s ability to design and produce products with highly valued customer benefits and unique benefits for which customers pay premium prices. Although the company has a large presence in various segments of
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BA202 OUTCOME 1: Understand how to improve own performance 1. 1.1 Explain the purpose and benefits of continuously improving performance at work The purpose: * To exceed your limitations. * Achieve personal goals. * Impress corporate officials. * Increase income if on a piece-rate. * Self-motivation. * Satisfaction. The reason: * To attain standard performance * To exceed one’s actual performance * Benefits * your efficiency and effectiveness increases
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This work includes BSHS 405 Week 3 Learning Team Treatment Plan Business - Management Review the case study scenario you selected from the University of Phoenix Material: Case Study Scenarios in Week Two. Complete the Treatment or Goal Service Plan located on the student website. Each Learning Team member must complete the plan individually. Discuss the results of your Treatment or Goal Service Plan. Complete a Treatment or Goal Service plan as a team after discussing the results
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