International training and development in International Human Resource Management

The following discussion agenda is on International training and development in International Human Resource Management (IHRM):

1. A model on International training and development
• Recruitment and selection, training, development, pre-departure training, international assignment, international team
2. Expatriate training
3. Components of effective pre-departure training programs
• Cultural awareness programs
• Preliminary visits
• Language training
• Practical assistance
• Training and the company code of conduct
• TCN and HCN expatriate training
• Training for non-traditional expatriate assignments
4. Developing staff through international assignments
• Management development
• Organizational development
• Individual development
• International team development
5. Trends in International training and development

Reference
Dowling, P.J., Festing, M., and Engle, Sr., A.D. (2008) "Chapter 6: International training and development" in International Human Resource Management, Thomson.