n the modern world we are witnessing the decay of fixed boundaries around culture and institutional identity, which is affecting the character of work and human resource management at the organisational level.’ Critically assess this statement and the concept of ‘globalisation’ which underpins it.
Using examples to illustrate your answer, discuss whether it makes sense for a multinational company to pursue ‘best practice’ in its human resource operations.
What are the elements that constitute a ‘model’ of human resource management or industrial relations? Compare and contrast at least two different models with which you are familiar, and assess their significance from the point of view of an international human resource manager.
Evaluate the role of European works councils in promoting or hindering the development of a multinational company’s European-level human resource strategy. Use examples to support your argument.