Global HRM: Understanding Culture, Diversity, Strategy, and Change offers a comprehensive and contemporary perspective on managing people in a multicultural and globalised business environment. The book systematically explores the intersections of culture, diversity, change, and strategic HRM, emphasising how cultural understanding and inclusion enhance organisational effectiveness and global competitiveness. Covering key topics such as global HR strategies, organisational culture, cross-cultural leadership, communication, negotiation, and change management, it blends conceptual clarity with real-world relevance. Each unit includes learning objectives, summaries, glossaries, and self-assessment questions to facilitate academic learning and practical application. Designed for MBA and HRM students, researchers, and HR professionals, this book serves as both a foundational text and a practical guide for developing the cultural intelligence and strategic insight required to lead in today’s dynamic global workplace.
Contents –
1. Overview of Global HRM: Culture, Values and Managerial Implications
2. Understanding Culture and Diversity
3. Understanding Culture and Cultural Mindset in an Organisation
4. Culture, Strategy and Alliances: Impact on Global Business Operations
5. Culture Shock: Stages, Effects and Mitigation Strategies
6. Evolution of Global Organisations and Adaptation Strategies for HR
7. Studying Cultures: Research Methods and Hofstede’s Model
8. Business Etiquette and Culture Across the Globe
9. Global Organisations and HR Strategies: MNCs, ICs and TNCs
10. Global HRM and HRD Strategies, Challenges and Trends
11. International Assignments: Selection, Challenges and Best Practices
12. Global Compensation and Appraisal: Strategies, Challenges and Trends
13. Leading and Making Decisions Across Cultures
14. Effective Communication and Negotiation Across Cultures
15. From Traditional to Global Managers: Leading Multicultural Organisations
16. Change Management in Multicultural and Global HR Contexts