Developing Talent through International Assignments
We have long been accustomed to the Western expatriate assuming leadership positions in multinational companies in Asia. The rise of Asian leaders taking on senior roles at the corporate level has undoubtedly been a slower journey. Why is this so? What skills and competencies do Asian executives require to be more international? Will we eventually see a trend towards a more globalized workforce in the future, and what are companies doing in Asia to prepare their local talent to be placed in international roles?
Date:
12/07/2009
Authors:
Poey-Leng
Lai,
Josephine
Chau,
Shilpa
Gentela,
Lan
Kang