Managing Cultural Differences : Global Leadership Strategies for the 21st Century

This new edition of a business textbook bestseller has been completely updated to reflect the numerous global changes that have occurred since 1999: globalization, SARS, AIDS, the handover of Hong Kong, and so forth. In particular, the book presents a fuller discussion of global business today. Also, issues of terrorism and state security as they affect culture and business are discussed substantially. The structure and content of the book remains the same, with thorough updating of the plentiful region and country descriptions, demographic data, graphs and maps. This book differs from textbooks on International Management because it zeroes in on culture as the crucial dimension and educates students about the cultures around the world so they will be better prepared to work successfully for a multinational corporation or in a global context.

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Managing Cultural Differences: Global Leadership Strategies for the 21st Century
Twenty-Fifth Anniversary Edition

Phillip R. Harris, Robert T. Moran and Sarah V. Moran

"Remarkable new edition. …remains a must for every… student in cross-cultural management."
- Professor Dominque Xardel, ESSEC Graduate School of Business, Paris

"If you work with cross-cultural teams in a global context, this expertly written book will become an essential travel companion. It provides insights into cultural differences, helps you become more culturally self-aware, and provides a framework for negotiating the cultural landscapes in which your business and social transactions are conducted."
- Dr. Benjamin J. Broome, Professor, Intercultural Communication, Arizona State University

"'Managing Cultural Differences' provides the best in-depth and practical insight for interacting with other cultures that are searching to engage with you."
- Thaddeus J. Crawford, Vice President, Business Development, Direct Alliance Corporation

"This is an excellent book that expertly covers the most important essentials for effective cross-cultural communications and global enterprise. I highly recommend it for anyone who works and travels anywhere in the world."
- Harry Owens, Jr., MD, MIM, Consultant, International Health and Medical Management, Bend, Oregon, USA
“…Instructors who have used previous editions will be delighted with the new materials that bring the text up to date, while those who adopt it for the first time will soon realize why the book has been so useful for the past 24 years.”
- Joseph R. D'Cruz, University of Toronto

"An outstanding book and mandatory reading for all leaders of teams acting in the global arena. It sharpens sensitivities for cultural differences, dismantles prejudices and helps to avoid common mistakes which can negatively impact business relationships."
- Dr. Thomas Maertins, Head Development Basel, Novartis Animal Health Inc., Switzerland

"No matter how many times I've read or referred to this book, it feels like I'm reading it for the first time again. I believe this is because I continue to have new cultural experiences either through work, travel, or political events which bring added richness to the concepts presented. As you become more aware of culture, you realize its impact on our lives and world events."
- Kim Lipshutz, HR Director, Crop Genetics Research, DuPont Agriculture and Nutrition

"Harris, Moran, and Moran have constructed an extremely valuable network of resources for the multicultural manager. They provide new pathways
to competence on a global scale grounded in empirical research and illustrated by fascinating stories and examples throughout.
- Paul B. Pedersen, Professor Emeritus, Syracuse University, Visiting
Professor, University of Hawaii

This new edition of this bestselling text has been completely updated to reflect the numerous global changes that have occurred since 1999: globalization, SARS, AIDS, the handover of Hong Kong, and so forth. Issues of terrorism and state security as they affect culture and business are discussed substantially. Included throughout are several region and country descriptions, as well as demographic data, graphs and maps. Managing Cultural Differences, 6th Edition zeroes in on culture as the crucial dimension and educates the reader about the cultures around the world.

About the Authors:
Dr. Philip R. Harris is President of Harris International, Ltd. in LaJolla, California. Robert T. Moran is Professor of International Management, Emeritus at Thunderbird University, The American Graduate School of International Management in Phoenix, Arizona.
Sarah V. Moran earned her Masters Degree in Organizational and Intercultural Communications from Arizona State University.