Organisations often face significant challenges and complexities when expanding their scope and activities internationally. Comparative people management practices vary across countries due to both institutional and cultural differences. 7OS05 Managing People in an International Context examines how and why organisations engage in international trade and operations, the various forms these international business activities can take, and the practical and ethical issues that international organisations encounter from a people management perspective.
What will you learn
You will analyse the various ways in which organisations operate, trade, and expand overseas, addressing the ethical issues in international management and employment. You will explore how and why people management practices differ across countries and regions. The course will also cover staffing in international organisations, emphasising the effective management of expatriate staff and alternative staffing strategies. Finally, you will delve into the practicalities of managing people in an international context, focusing on performance management, diversity and inclusion, reward management, communication and employee voice, talent management and development, and flexible working practices.
Learning outcomes
Upon completing this module, learners will be able to:
- Understand how major strategic and contextual forces influence the management of people in international organisations.
- Comprehend the reasons behind variations in people management practices across different countries and regions.
- Manage staffing and employment practices in international organisations effectively.
- Implement sustainable and effective people management activities in international contexts.
This module is suitable for persons who:
This unit is suitable for experienced people practitioners who:
- Are working in senior people practice roles and wish to expand and deepen their skills and understanding to shape strategy, policy, and workforce management.
- Aim to influence people practices, creating value for a broader audience.
- Are currently leading and managing people and practices within organisations.
